30+ Years of Trust
30+ Years of Trust
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Entrepreneur · Philanthropist · Humanitarian
Entrepreneur · Philanthropist · Humanitarian
Entrepreneur · Philanthropist · Humanitarian
Kathy Ireland® Brands
Kathy Ireland® Brands
From the cover of Sports Illustrated to building the world's largest female-owned licensing empire.
From the cover of Sports Illustrated to building the world's largest female-owned licensing empire.
From the cover of Sports Illustrated to building the world's largest female-owned licensing empire.
For more than three decades, Kathy Ireland has built a brand rooted in trust, service, and meaningful impact, achieving billions in retail sales internationally and ranking as the 16th most successful global brand.
For more than three decades, Kathy Ireland has built a brand rooted in trust, service, and meaningful impact, achieving billions in retail sales internationally and ranking as the 16th most successful global brand.
Founded in 1993, kathy ireland® Brands has grown into one of the world's most powerful licensing empires, celebrated by Forbes as "Supermodel Turned Super Mogul." Spanning fashion, home furnishings, wellness, fintech, and more, the brand has been recognized by Women's Wear Daily as the most valuable woman-owned licensing company in American history.
Kathy's visionary leadership has earned her induction into the Licensing International Hall of Fame — the youngest person ever inducted — along with multiple Good Housekeeping Seals and recognition as one of America's most successful self-made women.
"Kathy Ireland has built a powerful company by leading with integrity and putting people ahead of profit, which is why the kathy ireland® brand is trusted by parents and families worldwide."
— Rich Wuerthele, CEO of Crayola
Ms. Ireland's career began on the covers of Teen, Harper's Bazaar, Vogue, Cosmopolitan, and Sports Illustrated's best-selling swimsuit issue of all time. As of 2022, Kathy has graced the cover of Forbes three times, each time honored as one of America's most successful self-made women.
America's Most Successful Self-Made Women
America's Most Successful Self-Made Women
Forbes
Forbes
#1 Lifestyle Brand — Forbes 50 Over 50
#1 Lifestyle Brand — Forbes 50 Over 50
Three-Time Forbes Cover Honoree
Three-Time Forbes Cover Honoree
The
The
Kathy Ireland®
Kathy Ireland®
Legacy
Legacy
Our Mission
Our Mission
For more than three decades, Kathy Ireland has built products, partnerships, and platforms rooted in trust and service. Every sector the brand touches, from home to health, fashion to finance, reflects a commitment to improving the lives of real people.
For more than three decades, Kathy Ireland has built products, partnerships, and platforms rooted in trust and service. Every sector the brand touches, from home to health, fashion to finance, reflects a commitment to improving the lives of real people.
Built on Purpose. Driven by Service.
Built on Purpose. Driven by Service.
Brand Principles & Core Values
Brand Principles & Core Values
The Kathy Ireland® brand is built upon the pillars of faith, family and ethical business - across fashion, home goods, fintech, philanthropy, and more. These are not marketing words. They are the foundation of every partnership, every product, and every relationship Kathy and her team have built over more than three decades. Women and men alike invest in her brand's sectors, connected deeply to the ethos of what she's built.
The Kathy Ireland® brand is built upon the pillars of faith, family and ethical business - across fashion, home goods, fintech, philanthropy, and more. These are not marketing words. They are the foundation of every partnership, every product, and every relationship Kathy and her team have built over more than three decades. Women and men alike invest in her brand's sectors, connected deeply to the ethos of what she's built.
A brand built not just for profit… but for people. Rooted in faith, driven by service, and committed to making a meaningful difference in the world.
A brand built not just for profit… but for people. Rooted in faith, driven by service, and committed to making a meaningful difference in the world.
A brand built not just for profit… but for people. Rooted in faith, driven by service, and committed to making a meaningful difference in the world.
Philanthropy & Faith
Philanthropy & Faith
Kathy's philanthropic journey was profoundly shaped by her mentor, Elizabeth Taylor, who taught her the true meaning of responsibility, transparency, and dedicated giving. Today, Kathy actively champions pediatric cancer research, HIV/AIDS advocacy, veteran support through The Fallen Outdoors, global freedom of conscience via Hardwired Global, and educational initiatives across America, Haiti, and Honduras.
Faith is the foundation of everything. It is Kathy's source of stamina, perseverance, and humility, guiding every business decision and every act of service. As Kathy has shared: "I hope my life can point others to the love of the Lord. My faith is most important to me. I don't really need anybody to remember me, but if they do, that's what I would like them to know."
Kathy's philanthropic journey was profoundly shaped by her mentor, Elizabeth Taylor, who taught her the true meaning of responsibility, transparency, and dedicated giving. Today, Kathy actively champions pediatric cancer research, HIV/AIDS advocacy, veteran support through The Fallen Outdoors, global freedom of conscience via Hardwired Global, and educational initiatives across America, Haiti, and Honduras.
Faith is the foundation of everything. It is Kathy's source of stamina, perseverance, and humility, guiding every business decision and every act of service. As Kathy has shared: "I hope my life can point others to the love of the Lord. My faith is most important to me. I don't really need anybody to remember me, but if they do, that's what I would like them to know."
Kathy's philanthropic journey was profoundly shaped by her mentor, Elizabeth Taylor, who taught her the true meaning of responsibility, transparency, and dedicated giving. Today, Kathy actively champions pediatric cancer research, HIV/AIDS advocacy, veteran support through The Fallen Outdoors, global freedom of conscience via Hardwired Global, and educational initiatives across America, Haiti, and Honduras.
Faith is the foundation of everything. It is Kathy's source of stamina, perseverance, and humility, guiding every business decision and every act of service. As Kathy has shared: "I hope my life can point others to the love of the Lord. My faith is most important to me. I don't really need anybody to remember me, but if they do, that's what I would like them to know."
Billions
Retail Sales Internationally
16th
Most Successful Global Brand
30+
Years of Trust
What the World is Saying
Kathy Ireland's impact has been recognized by the world's most respected voices in business, media, and industry.
"She's a major player in the licensing industry. She sells billions of dollars in licensed goods each year — more than Martha Stewart, Ralph Lauren and Tommy Bahama."
— Success Magazine
"Supermodel turned mogul, Kathy Ireland built a licensing empire."
— Forbes
"Today, it's the highest-ranking woman-owned licensing business in American history."
— WWD
"Very few people know branding better than her."
— Marcus Lemonis
"She's a major player in the licensing industry. She sells billions of dollars in licensed goods each year — more than Martha Stewart, Ralph Lauren and Tommy Bahama."
— Success Magazine
"Supermodel turned mogul, Kathy Ireland built a licensing empire."
— Forbes
"Today, it's the highest-ranking woman-owned licensing business in American history."
— WWD
"Very few people know branding better than her."
— Marcus Lemonis
"She's a major player in the licensing industry. She sells billions of dollars in licensed goods each year — more than Martha Stewart, Ralph Lauren and Tommy Bahama."
— Success Magazine
"Supermodel turned mogul, Kathy Ireland built a licensing empire."
— Forbes
"Today, it's the highest-ranking woman-owned licensing business in American history."
— WWD
"Very few people know branding better than her."
— Marcus Lemonis
"She's a major player in the licensing industry. She sells billions of dollars in licensed goods each year — more than Martha Stewart, Ralph Lauren and Tommy Bahama."
— Success Magazine
"Supermodel turned mogul, Kathy Ireland built a licensing empire."
— Forbes
"Today, it's the highest-ranking woman-owned licensing business in American history."
— WWD
"Very few people know branding better than her."
— Marcus Lemonis
"She's a major player in the licensing industry. She sells billions of dollars in licensed goods each year — more than Martha Stewart, Ralph Lauren and Tommy Bahama."
— Success Magazine
"Supermodel turned mogul, Kathy Ireland built a licensing empire."
— Forbes
"Today, it's the highest-ranking woman-owned licensing business in American history."
— WWD
"Very few people know branding better than her."
— Marcus Lemonis
"She's a major player in the licensing industry. She sells billions of dollars in licensed goods each year — more than Martha Stewart, Ralph Lauren and Tommy Bahama."
— Success Magazine
"Supermodel turned mogul, Kathy Ireland built a licensing empire."
— Forbes
"Today, it's the highest-ranking woman-owned licensing business in American history."
— WWD
"Very few people know branding better than her."
— Marcus Lemonis
"She's a major player in the licensing industry. She sells billions of dollars in licensed goods each year — more than Martha Stewart, Ralph Lauren and Tommy Bahama."
— Success Magazine
"Supermodel turned mogul, Kathy Ireland built a licensing empire."
— Forbes
"Today, it's the highest-ranking woman-owned licensing business in American history."
— WWD
"Very few people know branding better than her."
— Marcus Lemonis
"She's a major player in the licensing industry. She sells billions of dollars in licensed goods each year — more than Martha Stewart, Ralph Lauren and Tommy Bahama."
— Success Magazine
"Supermodel turned mogul, Kathy Ireland built a licensing empire."
— Forbes
"Today, it's the highest-ranking woman-owned licensing business in American history."
— WWD
"Very few people know branding better than her."
— Marcus Lemonis
"She's a major player in the licensing industry. She sells billions of dollars in licensed goods each year — more than Martha Stewart, Ralph Lauren and Tommy Bahama."
— Success Magazine
"Supermodel turned mogul, Kathy Ireland built a licensing empire."
— Forbes
"Today, it's the highest-ranking woman-owned licensing business in American history."
— WWD
"Very few people know branding better than her."
— Marcus Lemonis
"She's a major player in the licensing industry. She sells billions of dollars in licensed goods each year — more than Martha Stewart, Ralph Lauren and Tommy Bahama."
— Success Magazine
"Supermodel turned mogul, Kathy Ireland built a licensing empire."
— Forbes
"Today, it's the highest-ranking woman-owned licensing business in American history."
— WWD
"Very few people know branding better than her."
— Marcus Lemonis
"She's a major player in the licensing industry. She sells billions of dollars in licensed goods each year — more than Martha Stewart, Ralph Lauren and Tommy Bahama."
— Success Magazine
"Supermodel turned mogul, Kathy Ireland built a licensing empire."
— Forbes
"Today, it's the highest-ranking woman-owned licensing business in American history."
— WWD
"Very few people know branding better than her."
— Marcus Lemonis
"She's a major player in the licensing industry. She sells billions of dollars in licensed goods each year — more than Martha Stewart, Ralph Lauren and Tommy Bahama."
— Success Magazine
"Supermodel turned mogul, Kathy Ireland built a licensing empire."
— Forbes
"Today, it's the highest-ranking woman-owned licensing business in American history."
— WWD
"Very few people know branding better than her."
— Marcus Lemonis