Long Beach, Calif.-based IPA 200 firm Windes (FY24 net revenue of $56.4 million) has named Kathryn Pulford as director of business development, a newly created position aimed at advancing the firm’s growth and strategic initiatives.

Kathryn Pulford
Pulford brings extensive experience in strategic growth, partnership development and market expansion across the software, executive search and financial services industries. In her new role, she will lead Windes’ business development efforts, focusing on expanding service lines, cultivating new opportunities and supporting the firm’s long-term growth strategy.
“I’m excited to join a forward-thinking firm like Windes,” Pulford said. “This is a great opportunity to build on the firm’s momentum, expand our reach and deepen relationships with clients and strategic partners.”
“Kathryn brings the kind of energy, tenacity and initiative that aligns perfectly with where we’re headed as a firm,” said Sean McFerson, MP of Windes. “We look forward to the fresh perspective she brings and the impact she’ll have in shaping our business development strategy for the future.”
Pulford holds a bachelor’s degree in food marketing and agribusiness management from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, and a master’s degree in management and leadership from Pepperdine Graziadio Business School.


