Kathleen Sanchez is a designer of jewelry in silver and turquoise. Most of her designs are based on her Pueblo heritage. She has been employed by the Silver Sun for many years and is the retail director. She was born in the San Felipe Pueblo and grew up there. Kathleen graduated from the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque with a B.A. in American Studies and a minor in German. In her early 40s, she has one child and lives in Albuquerque.