With You In Mind - Owner's Profile
Kathy Wolters, Owner of With You In Mind, has 30 years of experience in the areas of clothing and textiles, aesthetics/art, human development, and adult education with the University of Illinois. While working for the University of Illinois Extension, she was recognized for her program creativity by her extension peers with a University of Illinois Outstanding Program Award and the National Florence Hall Award. Kathy earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Home Economics and a Master of Science degree in Education.

Kathy is a master in the use of accessories and found that she has a real talent for selecting accessories that enhance an individual’s appearance. In 1990, she started a handcrafted accessory business. Her customers return year after year for her unique selection of exquisite wearable art and exceptional service.

Early in her extension career she found she enjoyed applying the principles of art and design to the human figure, which stimulated her interest in the area of image consulting. After her retirement, she pursued a career in image management services while maintaining her With You In Mind accessory business.

Kathy received training in the art and science of dress from the Conselle Institute of Image Management to expand her With You In Mind business. Thus, as a Conselle certified image management specialist, she applies her knowledge and skills assisting men and women in the development of their self-presentation skills.

She is a member of The Association of Image Consultants International, and a member of The American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences. Kathy belongs to the Quincy Rotary Club and the Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce. She has been recognized by Quanada with a Hope and Dignity Award, by the Quincy Rotary Club with a Paul Harris Fellow Award, and by the IAFCS with an Outstanding Home Economist of the Year Award.

Kathy enjoys helping her clients look, act, and feel their best which in turn leads to a higher level of self-esteem and productivity. Kathy says, “I feel as if I’m helping each client accomplish their personal and professional goals. Self-presentation is a powerful resource we can all use to accomplish our goals.”

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