Early Life and Education of Kendra Scott: A Complete Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Kendra Scott. A timeline of key moments.

Kendra Scott is an American fashion designer and businesswoman. She is best known as the executive chairwoman, designer, and former CEO of her namesake company, Kendra Scott, LLC. The brand is known for its colorful and customizable jewelry and has grown into a major player in the fashion and accessories market. Scott's success stems from her designs and business acumen.

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March 27, 1974: Kendra Scott Born

On March 27, 1974, Kendra Scott, the American fashion designer, was born. She later became the executive chairwoman, designer, and former chief executive officer of Kendra Scott, LLC.

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2000: Marriage to John Scott

In 2000, Kendra Baumgartner married John Scott. They had two sons together before divorcing in 2006.

2002: Kendra Scott LLC Founded

In 2002, Kendra Scott founded Kendra Scott LLC with $500. She designed her first collection in the spare bedroom of her home just after her oldest son was born, selling to local boutiques in Austin.

2006: Divorce from John Scott

In 2006, Kendra Scott divorced John Scott. The two married in 2000 and had two sons together.

2010: Company's Program Donation

Since 2010, Kendra Scott's company's program has given away $30 million to various causes, displaying the company's philanthropic efforts.

June 6, 2014: Marriage to Matt Davis

On June 6, 2014, Kendra Scott married Matt Davis in Sedona, Arizona. They later had one son together.

2015: Kendra Cares Program Launched

In 2015, Kendra Scott launched the Kendra Cares Program, which brought the company's customizable Color Bar jewelry experience to pediatric hospitals across the country, focusing on philanthropy.

2017: Kendra Gives Back Events

In 2017, Kendra Scott's company hosted over 10,000 Kendra Gives Back events across her stores, donating money to local causes and more than 75,000 pieces of jewelry, showing a dedication to philanthropy.

2019: Donation to The University of Texas

In 2019, Kendra Scott donated $1 million to The University of Texas to launch the Kendra Scott Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Institute, supporting women in business.

April 2020: Named to Strike Force to Open Texas

In April 2020, Governor Greg Abbott appointed Kendra Scott to the Strike Force to Open Texas, a group tasked with safely reopening the state during the COVID-19 pandemic.