Associate Professor of Business
Katie Lechner joined the Fermanian School of Business (FSB) in Fall of 2026 as an Associate Professor of Business. Lechner has 20+ years of experience in Insights and Strategy at Fortune 500 companies, including Walmart, Google and Gap Inc. Her research and insights have driven brand reimaginations, elevated customer, partner and employee experiences and strategic investments. She has served on many non-for-profit boards and looks forward to investing in the San Diego community. She will kick-off her D.B.A in 2027.
Education
- B.A.,University of California, Los Angeles
- M.B.A.,University of California, Irvine
Experience in Field
- New Hire Orientation, Gap Inc.
- Rotational Management Program, Consumer Insights, Gap Inc.
- New Manager Training, Gap Inc.
- Influencing for Activation, Walmart
Professional and Community Involvement
- Board Member, Arm of Care Inc, 2022 - present
- Career Coach, University of California, Berkeley, 2010 - present
- Board of Director, Valle Verde Children's Center, 2009 - 2011