Rug makers tap Kate Judd to drive growth across the Americas

HONG KONG/NEW YORK — Custom handmade carpet manufacturer Tai Ping and bespoke luxury carpet and rug maker Edward Fields have named Kate Judd managing director of the Americas. In this position, she leads the strategic, commercial and operational direction of the business across the region.

Judd joins after more than 13 years at The Rug Company, most recently as managing director, global partners and Middle East. Over the course of her career, she has held senior leadership roles across global showroom development, international distribution and operational management, working across major markets including London, New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Moscow, Cape Town and the Middle East.

With an international career spanning luxury interiors, retail, brand experience and business transformation, Judd brings a global perspective and deep understanding of luxury clientele, contemporary design culture and experiential retail. She is recognized for bringing commercial clarity and modern leadership to highly creative industries, with her leadership approach centering on accountability, collaboration and creating cultures that balance creativity with commercial performance.