Katrina Lake (Stitch Fix)

Katrina Lake is the founder and former CEO of Stitch Fix, an online personal styling service. Launched in 2011, Stitch Fix uses data and algorithms to recommend clothing and accessories based on individual preferences. Customers fill out a style profile, and stylists curate a selection of items to send directly to their homes. Lake's innovative approach combined e-commerce with personalized shopping, making fashion more accessible and tailored. She made history in 2017 as the first female CEO of a publicly traded U.S. company to lead an initial public offering (IPO). Her work has significantly impacted the retail and fashion industries.