We have an adventurous spirit with a hearty appetite for change.
Not only do we sell great-tasting, organic snacks, but we live and breathe the Kate's brand outside the office as well.
From biking to hiking - we advocate for these lifestyles because we know firsthand how they enrich our lives, and we want that for our customers too. For us, every day is an opportunity to promote wellness and inspire a good life.
Kate Schade
FOUNDER & CO-OWNER
Kate Schade
FOUNDER & CO-OWNER
Bruce Thaler
CEO & CO-OWNER
Most likely to call my employees too early or too late at night.
My first job was selling tv guides door to door.
My favorite Kate's Real Food bar is Dark Chocolate Cherry & Almond because I love dark chocolate, it's full of cherries, and it is organically made with simple ingredients.
Bruce Thaler
CEO & CO-OWNER
- MARKETING -
Brittany Thaler
EVP of Marketing
Most likely to answer your call from a hike.
My first job was teaching tennis.
My favorite Kate's Real Food bar is Snickerdoodle Protein because I love that it’s packed with real ingredients and gives me clean protein.
Brittany Thaler
EVP of Marketing
Rachel Kuna
Public Relations Director
Most likely to have 40 tabs open on her laptop and hundreds of unfiled e-mails in her inbox.
My first job was working drive through at Burger King.
My favorite Kate's Real Food bar is Lemon Coconut because I am obsessed with everything lemon flavored - lemonade, lemon meringue pie, lemonhead candies, you name it.
Rachel Kuna
Public Relations Director
Jordan Hainsey
Creative Director & Senior Designer
Most likely to be traveling abroad or museum hopping on the weekend.
My first job was demoing food samples at the local supermarket.
My favorite Kate's Real Food bar is the Peanut Butter Hemp and Flax because it has protein, fiber, healthy fats, and delicious peanut butter—all the good stuff that gives me energy throughout the day!
Jordan Hainsey
Creative Director & Senior Designer
Sara Soderquist
Marketing Project Manager
Most likely to have my kid enthusiastically contribute to work calls
My first job was at my local movie theater
My favorite Kate's Real Food bar is Peanut Butter Hemp + Flax because I'm a sucker for anything savory!
Sara Soderquist
Marketing Project Manager
Caroline Ellis
Event & Partnership Manager
Most likely to be at my favorite local thrift stores or reading on my days off.
My first job was at a YMCA daycare in Pennsylvania.
My favorite Kate's Real Food bar is Oatmeal Cranberry & Almond because I love the sweetness of the cranberries.
Caroline Ellis
Event & Partnership Manager
- SALES -
Oliver Berlic
National Sales Director
Most likely to have a skateboard in the back of the car.
My first job was as a cashier at Fiensod Hardware in Connecticut.
My favorite Kate's Real Food bar is Peanut Butter Milk Chocolate because it’s a delicious blend of whole ingredients and smooth milk chocolate it is my preferred session extender.
Oliver Berlic
National Sales Director
Brandon Holsinger
EASTERN ACCOUNT MANAGER
Most likely to be really early for a Zoom meeting.
My first job was as a crew member at Taco Bell.
My favorite Kate's Real Food bar is Oatmeal Cranberry & Almond because it has great flavor and is the perfect bar to start the day with.
Brandon Holsinger
EASTERN ACCOUNT MANAGER
Julie Harris
AREA SALES MANAGER - MOUNTAIN WEST
Most likely to befriend a raccoon.
My first job was at a concert venue called Merriweather Post Pavillion in Columbia, Maryland.
My favorite Kate's Real Food bar is Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter because I think it tastes like an adult Rice Krispie treat and Reese's peanut butter cup. So good!
Julie Harris
AREA SALES MANAGER - MOUNTAIN WEST
Michelle Massara
SALES COORDINATOR
Most likely to be late because I stopped to pet all the dogs.
My first job was at a small ice cream stand called "Scoops". Perfecting the soft-serve cone is harder than you'd think!
My favorite Kate's Real Food bar is White Chocolate Macadamia due to its sweet, buttery taste. I'm starting to drool just thinking about it.
Michelle Massara
SALES COORDINATOR
Brittany Wallenhorst
National E-Commerce Account Manager
Most likely to be working from a new city every week! The "travel bug" is real.
My first job was serving at a restaurant.
My favorite Kate's Real Food bar is a tie between white chocolate macadamia nut and peanut butter milk chocolate! Both delectable with every bite!
Brittany Wallenhorst
National E-Commerce Account Manager
Emily Campbell
Foodservice Account Manager
Most likely to talk about my golden retriever, Teddy, like he's a human child.
My first job was at Penn Station East Coast Subs where I mastered the art of crafting sandwiches *chef's kiss*. They called me the Sandwich Picasso...or maybe that was just in my head.
My favorite Kates Bar is the Oatmeal Cranberry Almond. I love anything with cinnamon! Lemon Coconut is a close second.
Emily Campbell
Foodservice Account Manager
Aaron Gomez
KEY ACCOUNT MANAGER, WEST
Most likely to door dash Crumble Cookies or pazookies from BJs.
My first job was working as a hand for a general contractor and assisting with framing.
My favorite Kate's Real Food bar is the Peanut Butter Cup Protein Bar. It always manages to find its way in my bag.
Aaron Gomez
KEY ACCOUNT MANAGER, WEST
Jack Sullivan
Fitness & Lifestyle Sales Manager
Most likely to be making an impact! Doing all things fitness, helping others be their best!
My first job was as a paper boy in the 4th grade!
My favorite Kate’s Real Food Bar are the snickerdoodle protein bars! For the flavor and the protein!
