Kate founded KV+A in 2003. Her design skills and business savvy have benefited clients like David Easton, Laura Kirar, Arteriors Home, and Rockwell Group. She studied at Parsons School of Design, helped to launch the iconic retail concept Moss, and blazed trails in licensing and brand extensions in all categories of home product. Kate is an engaging speaker and is regularly invited to share her experiences and expertise at various industry events, including design markets and continuing education conferences.
May
13
2020
DLN Expert Access: Designing your future: Thoughts and challenges to reimagine your practice to thrive in the new world order. Kate Verner and Laurie Salmore will share ideas and recent experiences working across a wide spectrum of design firms, manufacturers and showrooms, while asking "what did you do during the Great Pause to secure your future and enhance our industry". More info.
Apr
29
2020
Webinar : Enjoy a session with Kate Verner as she discusses A New Paradigm for the Designer in 2020.
Apr
06
2020
Webinar: Managing your business during a crisis like COVID-19 requires sensitivity, strategy, and adaptability. How and where should you start? In this webinar, learn how top strategists, marketers, and public relations professionals industry-wide are practicing compassionate communication in this unprecedented time while still supporting business growth and development. More info.
Mar
13
2019
New York : In Part II of this two part course, Kate Verner will focus on the business and legal aspects of licensing once you’ve signed the deal. She’ll share what you need to do to protect your designs, and how to make the most of your licensed collection. More info.
Feb
20
2019
New York : In Part I of this two part course, Kate Verner will focus on the process of creating a licensed line, from finding the right partners through to launch. More info.
Sep
27
2018
Atlanta / ADAC: Creative collaborations with design-industry brands are currebtly at the core of next-generation business models, so what are the essential tools required to make your foray into designing your own product line? Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles Editor in Chief, Elizabeth Ralls, moderates a discussion with veteran licensing agent Kate Verner and interior designer Denise McGaha that reveals insights into the product-development world. Whether you are interested in designing - and protecting - a private-label collection orseeking opportunities with esteemed industry partners to elevate your own brand; they cover it all. More info.
Aug
08
2018
Webinar: In Part II of this two part course, Kate Verner will focus on the business and legal aspects of licensing once you’ve signed the deal. She’ll share what you need to do to protect your designs, and how to make the most of your licensed collection. More info.
Jul
18
2018
Webinar: In Part I of this two part course, Kate Verner will focus on the process of creating a licensed line, from finding the right partners through to launch. More info.
Jun
06
2018
New York / 200 Lexington: In Part II of this two part course, Kate Verner will focus on the business and legal aspects of licensing once you’ve signed the deal. She’ll share what you need to do to protect your designs, and how to make the most of your licensed collection. More info.
Jun
05
2018
Connecticut / Greenwich Design District Day of Design: Licensing expert Kate Verner will dive into the details of expanding your brand by developing signature product lines. More info.
May
23
2018
New York / 200 Lexington: In Part I of this two part course, Kate Verner will focus on the process of creating a licensed line, from finding the right partners through to launch. More info.
Jan
30
2018
Boston Design Center: Licensing guru Kate Verner shares her expert knowledge about building a design empire. More info.
May
02
2016
Los Angeles / Panel Discussion: Kate Verner is on hand to divulge her knowledge about building a design empire complete with private-label collections, licensing deals and brand extensions. More info.
Apr
20
2016
New York School of Interior Design: Licensing agent Kate Verner will discuss the ins and outs and pros and cons of developing signature product lines. More info.
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New York, NY 10011
917.346.2441
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kate@kvanyc.com