Ken Walker
Adjunct Faculty
Founder & Head of Design, K. Walker Collective
Advertising, Brand Management, Michigan State University
Ken Walker’s research interests focus on the intersection of fashion design, marketing strategy, and brand management, with a particular emphasis on consumer behavior and the luxury market. He explores innovative design trends, effective marketing approaches, and the dynamics of building a strong brand identity within the high-street and luxury fashion sectors.
Professional Experience
Ken Walker is a Detroit native and the creative force behind K. Walker Collective, a contemporary, high-street apparel brand he founded in 2018. His journey into fashion was sparked during a successful decade-long career in marketing and advertising, where he crafted strategies for iconic brands such as Cadillac, Travelocity, Harley-Davidson, Delta Vacations, BMW Financial Services, Smashburger, and Ford Motor Company.
Significant Publications, Presentations and Exhibitions
Ken Walker Journey: Brick by Brick to Global Fashion Expansion
K Walker Goes Global: Detroit Brand’s Winter 2024 Collection Shines in Italy
K. Walker Collective to Open Flagship Store in Midtown Detroit
Motor City Cruise Partners with Detroit Designer Ken Walker on Custom Uniforms