Kate Whitling has been connected to Schake Industries, a company founded by her father in 1997, for as long as she can remember. Kate finds it rewarding to see how products that influence daily life are developed, whether that’s in plastics, technology, or equipment manufacturing. Now working as Vice President, Kate officially joined the business full-time a few years ago and discovered a passion for project management and product development. She is proud to contribute to the growth of the business, handling various roles such as project management, accounting, and marketing.
Her role has also given her insight into the impact of the smallest innovations, a perspective she applies both at work and in her personal life. She’s particularly enthusiastic about the industry’s evolving technologies, encouraging young professionals to consider plastics for its innovation and the unique generational perspectives they can bring.