Frequently Asked Questions

Kathryn Emery is a nationally recognized home improvement and lifestyle expert, TV personality, spokesperson, storyteller and founder of Be The Best Home with more than 25 years of industry experience. An English writing major with a lifelong love of storytelling, Kathryn began her career in magazines before spending nearly two decades at The Home Depot, turning products, trends and ideas into stories people remember. Today, she brings that expertise to TV, digital media, social media, trade shows and live events, combining credible home advice with the fun, positive energy she brings in person and on screen. A natural conversation starter and connector, Kathryn energizes audiences and leaves an impression while helping people discover smarter products, DIY ideas and home improvement solutions that make life at home better.

Kathryn works as a television host, brand spokesperson, keynote presenter, and event host, seen on TV, on stage, online, in print, and across social media. She covers everything from national TV segments to live product presentations and branded video content.

Kathryn's career began in the magazine industry as a storyteller. In 2001, she joined The Home Depot, where she spent nearly two decades leading product storytelling and media communications before founding Be The Best Home in 2018.

Kathryn has appeared on Good Morning America, The Doctors, Inside Edition, USA Today, Consumer Reports, and Martha Stewart Living, History Channel, Real Simple, Fine Homebuilding, Tools in Action, KTLA, KNBC Los Angeles, WPHL Philadelphia, KPRC Houston, WFTS Tampa, KNXV Arizona, KMAX Sacramento and many more! To learn more visit https://muckrack.com/kathryn-emery-3

Kathryn Emery brings products to life as a correspondent for the National Hardware Show and DIY Con, a Home Depot stage presenter, and former host of True Value’s New Product Arena. From trade-show stages and booths to Lowe’s and Home Depot annual meetings, Kathryn combines product expertise, storytelling and contagious energy to build excitement and brand awareness.

Yes, Kathryn is a certified guest host for the Home Shopping Network (HSN).

Kathryn Emery covers home improvement, lifestyle, DIY, smart home technology, kitchen and bath, paint, lighting, tools, hardware, building products, electrical, plumbing, cleaning, organization, home comfort, accessories, electronics, home health, lawn and garden, outdoor living, home décor, sustainability and seasonal trends. From minor home repairs, quick fix-ups and weekend DIY projects to home updates, remodeling and full renovations, Kathryn shares innovative products and practical solutions that help homeowners, families, DIYers and pros live smarter, easier and better at home.

Kathryn is available as a TV host, presenter, and video content creator for brands, networks, and events. Visit the Contact page to get in touch about booking or partnership opportunities.

Yes. Kathryn creates branded video content, presents products on-stage at events like the Home Depot and Lowe's annual meetings, and has led custom campaigns for brands including First Alert and Energy Upgrade California.

Be The Best Home is a home improvement and lifestyle media and consulting resource founded by home expert Kathryn Emery, helping people live smarter, easier and better at home. From DIY, home repairs and renovations to kitchen and bath, paint, lighting, tools, smart home, cleaning, organization, décor, lawn and garden, outdoor living, sustainability and seasonal living, Be The Best Home shares practical advice, new products, trends and solutions across television, digital media, social media, live events and brand partnerships.

Kathryn's featured products are archived on the Products Seen page, pulled directly from her TV segments and blog posts.

Follow Kathryn Emery across BeTheBestHome.com, and on YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and Tik Tok as @KathrynEmeryTV for fun, funny, informative, helpful home improvement and lifestyle trends, DIY ideas, new product discoveries, smart-home solutions and practical advice to help you live smarter, easier and better at home.

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