Kara began her career over a decade ago at SWIM USA, a global leader in swimwear design and manufacturing, where she developed a strong foundation in corporate marketing and media relations. She helped promote more than 20 branded, licensed, and private-label collections, overseeing photoshoot production, art direction, social media, content creation, influencer partnerships, media outreach, and events. Working closely with sales, design, production, and operations teams provided valuable insight into every stage of the brand-building process.