Kate Daly is Managing Director of the Center for the Circular Economy at Closed Loop Partners, a New York City-based impact investment firm focused on the circular economy. The Center is a hub for research, innovation and collaborative initiatives that advance the transition from a linear take-make-waste economy to one that is regenerative and circular. Kate previously served as Senior Vice President at the New York City Economic Development Corporation, where she oversaw job-creation initiatives in sectors including advanced manufacturing, smart cities, cleantech, fashion, and tech. Prior to NYCEDC Kate served as the Executive Director of the NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission.
Kate earned a Bachelor’s degree from Cornell University and a Master’s degree from the University of Pennsylvania.