Kathy
Kuo

Founder & CEO, Kathy Kuo Home

Kathy's Special Set of Skills

  • Balancing motherhood and career
  • Brand Strategy
  • Hiring
  • Organizational Culture
  • Retail Strategy
  • Thought Leadership

Kathy's Rise

Kathy Kuo is the founder and CEO of Kathy Kuo Home, an award-winning interior designer, TV personality, and advocate for female entrepreneurs. With over two decades of experience in design, manufacturing, and global distribution, Kathy launched her namesake brand in 2012 as a premier online destination for luxury home furnishings and décor. What began as an e-commerce business has since expanded into a multifaceted brand that includes a Trade Program, comprehensive Interior Design Services, and a flagship Interior Design Studio in Manhattan’s Tribeca neighborhood, which opened in fall 2024. Her leadership has positioned KKH as one of the fastest-growing platforms in the home and design space.

Professional Superpower

Kathy brings a rare combination of creative vision and operational expertise to the home furnishings industry. She has scaled KKH into a recognized authority in the space, launching initiatives such as the brand’s first Custom Upholstery Collection in fall/winter 2024 and opening a flagship showroom in 2025. Her understanding of design trends, product development, and customer experience has earned her industry recognition, including being named an Andmore (A)List Designer at the Las Vegas Market in summer 2024 and a keynote speaker at the Interior Design Society conference in 2023. Kathy’s ability to blend digital commerce with high-touch design services sets her apart as a leader reshaping the future of home retail.

Personal Superpower

A passionate advocate for women in business and a devoted mother of two, Kathy seamlessly blends entrepreneurship with purpose. She uses her platform to uplift other female founders while promoting the belief that everyone deserves to love where they live. Her authenticity, warmth, and creative spirit have made her not only a trusted voice in the design community but also a mentor and role model for aspiring entrepreneurs in lifestyle and design industries.

What Drives Kathy

Kathy is driven by a mission to make luxury design accessible and meaningful. Whether she’s launching a new product line, mentoring women entrepreneurs, or designing transformative spaces for her clients, her goal is the same: to bring beauty, intention, and empowerment into people’s homes and lives. With an eye on both style and substance, Kathy is defining the new standard for success in home design—one that’s rooted in passion, purpose, and connection.

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One-on-one mentorship sessions

Unlock an exclusive, one-on-one appointment with Kathy. During your video session, Kathy will be on the line to offer personalized advice, support and guidance designed to help power your business forward. Consider this your phone a friend (with major bonus points).

THE NORTH concierge team will contact you to complete your booking.

  • Duration: 30 minutes
  • Rate: $350

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