• Delivered innovative design and development solutions for premium brands including Outdoor Research, Columbia Sport, Marmot, Backcountry, Marker, Brooks, Forzani, Simms, Tentree, Les Mills and Stoko.
• Provided creative direction, design, trend & color, prototyping, patterns, tech packs and 3D Renders.
• Managed direction for material concepts and innovation, ensuring alignment with brand needs, performance trends and industry standards for textiles. (GRS, Oeko-Tex, Bluesign and GOTS)
• Designed and developed highly detailed tech packs while collaborating with global production teams for seamless development from initial sketch to pre-production. Reviewed all samples meticulously, resolving challenging fit, construction and production issues.

• Supported the advanced concepts team by researching and developing materials, construction methods, finishing techniques, styling, fit, features and customer insights for the Stoko supportive tight.
• Explored smart material development and integrated digital tools to enhance material concept design.
• Patterned and built partial and complete concept prototypes to allow both team and investor review.
• Tested various style designs, materials, engineered knits, and construction techniques. Rigorously documented all information for each iteration. Embedded sustainability principles at all stages of development.

• Led a cross-functional team to conceptualize and develop seasonal collections recognized for design innovation.
• Identified and proposed material innovations aligned with performance trends and sustainability goals.
• Partnered with the development team to resolve fit, style and cost issues ensuring smooth commercialization.
• Created patterns, mockups and prototypes in-house to explore new style concepts or construction techniques.
• Partnered with cross-functional teams to validate material concepts and ensure smooth commercialization.
● WORK EXPERIENCE CONTINUED

• Designed luxury, user-centric outerwear and innerwear by creating mood-boards, design presentations and detailed technical packages. Led a team of 6, including junior designers and assistants.
• Incorporated new technologies, innovative construction and sustainable materials into the product lines.
• Developed innovative products and merchandising opportunities through team collaboration.

• Directed performance-focused outdoor collections for both Men's and Women's categories.
• Analyzed future growth opportunities, market trends, and performance data to inform new product categories.
• Collaborated with my team to introduce a fresh aesthetic while improving performance, materials, and construction.
• Advocated for sustainable materials and responsible manufacturing practices.

• Conceptualized and created seasonal outerwear and sportswear collections, from initial mood boards and sketches to pre-production samples. My high-volume designs contributed to substantial revenue increases in my categories.
• Provided detailed product briefs to development including cad sketches, tech packs, pattern and fit direction and material information.
• Collaborated with other overseas manufacturers to address sample issues and streamline production.