Kate Vitasek Biography

Kate Vitasek, a worldwide expert for her award-winning research and Vested® business model for highly collaborative and strategic connections, has been named one of World Trade Magazine's "Fabulous 50+1" most significant individuals affecting global commerce. Kate's practical and research-based advice sparked a movement and five books, including Vested Outsourcing: Five Rules That Will Transform Outsourcing; Vested: How P&G, McDonald's, and Microsoft Are Redefining Winning in Business Relationships; and Vested: How P&G, McDonald's, and Microsoft Are Redefining Winning in Business Relationships. The Vested Way: Negotiating Agreements for Highly Collaborative Relationships and Getting to We: How a "What's in it for Us" Mentality Transforms Business Relationships Kate inspires and encourages organizations across the world through teaching, speaking, and workshops on Vested's five proven "rules" for generating transformative outcomes. She is passionate about helping companies change their business connections. Vested is the result of award-winning research supported by the US Air Force at the University of Tennessee to develop a "better way to outsource." The Vested business model enables organizations to focus on desired goals and shared value in order to achieve a win-win situation. Vested's "What's-in-it-for-We" perspective, rather than the "What's-in-it-for-Me" mentality of traditional agreements, engages both parties in the success of each other's entire business, which improves the sense of collaboration and fosters a longer-term connection. Both sides are able to generate innovation, adapt to changing requirements, and minimize risk while working toward mutual success by sharing expertise and aligning their aims. Microsoft and McDonald's are two well-known firms that have implemented the Vested structure. Awards and Accolades Kate has been on Bloomberg radio, CNN, NPR, and Fox Business News, among other outlets. Forbes, Chief Executive Magazine, CIO Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Journal of Commerce, World Trade Magazine, and Outsource Magazine have all published stories on her work. Kate's innovative work with Vested has also received widespread acclaim. Vested was designated one of Globalization Today's "Outsourcing's Top 2012 Trends," The World Trade Magazine's "Top 50+1 Most Influential Trends," and Vanguard Marketing International, Inc.'s "Tops Trends in IT Services." Kate has been named a "Woman on the Move in Trade and Transportation" by The Journal of Commerce and a "Rainmaker" by DC Velocity Magazine for her efforts and observations. Vitasek was selected to Globalization Today's "Powerhouse 25" list of outsourcing sector executives. Logistics Quarterly and Supply Chain Digest called her a "Woman in Supply Chain," Global Executive Women designated her a "Woman of International Influence," and the American Business Awards for Women named her a top 10 contender for "Best Entrepreneur—Service Business Under 100 Employees." Kate's impressive resume includes roles at P&G, Microsoft, Accenture, Stream International, and the establishment of Supply Chain Visions, a boutique consulting business as one of the "10 Coolest" Boutique Consulting Firms by ARC Advisory Group.

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