“As a handbag executive for Calvin Klein Global Design, I am exposed to the most amazing talent worldwide.  When I needed design support to launch a new division I had the good fortune to come across Mocha Projects.  Katie Morita and her amazing stable of designers were there for me every step of the way. When I needed research support, I had a research expert show up in the studio days later, when I needed sketches done, I had an illustrator step in immediately, when I needed entry level design support to do more basic tasks, Katie produced a young talent that did not break my budget. Katie is not only a savvy business woman but a tastemaker, a masterful partner and a breath of fresh air. I highly recommend Mocha Projects for all of the talent and broad expertise they bring to the table.”

— Manon Frappier-Cox, Senior Vice President Design, Calvin Klein/PVH

“Katie possesses an incredible balance of creativity, trend foresight and business acumen. I completely trust Katie and her ability to guide her team in producing excellent design work (in both technical quality and taste level) as well as her ability to deliver to very tight timelines. Katie is a pleasure to work with and I highly recommend Mocha Projects for a wide variety of creative, trend and design needs.”

— Rhonda Summer, Strategic Creative Director, Men's & Women's Softgoods at Burton

“Katie is an incredibly talented, thorough and thoughtful designer, which is key when there are many tasks at hand and deadlines to be met. Katie is very diligent, and works incredibly well within a team structure and can wear many hats. She understands the ever-changing needs of the business and adapts. She is a joy to work with and a true asset to any organization.”

— Stephanie von Watzdorf, Founder of Figue, former Vice President of Design, Tory Burch

“In addition to the time Katie worked at Gap Inc. as Accessories Director she also worked with me on accessories at Uniqlo Design Studio. She is one of the most creative, talented and detailed designers I have worked with. Her taste level as well as her own personal style plus a strong understanding of the accessories market make her an outstanding designer and director. She is also a lovely honest and easy person to work with. She has extensive technical skills as well and knows how to develop a collection overseas. She launched the Uniqlo accessories collection for the New York opening and it was highly successful. Her coordination of product with clothing and concept is a high priority. Her attention to all the details adds that extra touch that is so important. I highly recommend Katie in any project she pursues.”

— Patti Barkin Camilli, Executive Consultant at LeSportsac, former Consultant for R&D, Uniqlo