I am currently lending my expertise to several brands as they navigate various challenges. My experience across a wide range of company sizes and specialties allows me to quickly understand the specific needs of my clients and adapt my recommendations to their challenges. Clients include launching a luxury resort brand based in Malibu, growth strategy for a Pittsburgh based tshirt and workwear line and design and operations assistance for a childrenswear line.

At Cuts, I was brought in to transform the company from an item driven business to a complete collection. I directed both the creative apparel designers and the product development teams, giving me the unique responsibility for the entire product creation lifecycle. I created the product 5 year roadmap, focused the launches into clear and balanced storytelling opportunities, created the product calendar and partnered with cross functional leaders to communicate timing, product attributes, opportunities and creative direction intent.
Led the product team in the expansion of Cuts product offering from 1 item into a full collection Grew business from $20 M. to over $90 M.; launched women's which contributed to 10% revenue in 6 months Launched outerwear, bottoms, swim, head-wear and entire women's division Established vendor base, secured terms, negotiated costs, delivered on or under margin, developed photo sample process and tool for marketing team. Reported directly into CEO.

Joined executive team for the medical apparel company Created department platforms including material strategy, color roll out plan, fit blocks and naming conventions Directed six months worth of product including relaunch of lab coats and PPE quick strike programs. I developed the concept which was later launched as FigsPro. I developed the material platform strategy which was later launched as FIONx. Reported directly into CEO / Co-Founder.

Responsible for apparel team for this iconic 100+ year old outdoor brand, relaunching for targeted growth Launched materials innovation process and calendar for cross functional teams Managed the Centennial product - a premium collection of 100 Yr. Anniversary products for men and women. Mentored and managed design team. Built color roll out strategy across one year of product.

I held two roles during my time at Nike: Sr. Design Dir. of Running Apparel and Sr. Design Dir. of Golf Apparel. Responsible for $1 billion running apparel business;$50 million golf apparel business Delivered multiple quarters of double digit growth in Running; tripled productivity by style in Golf
Directed Project Victory - the creation of the Ultimate Polo Completed six month Design Leadership program for Nike's design directors
Worked with sponsored athletes including Tiger Woods

Launched this highly technical brand, famous for premium outerwear with a clean and sophisticated aesthetic Responsible for entire product creation lifespan - from concept to delivery; Designed many of the most famous and productive styles for both genders Sourced vendors, built vendor compliance program and tools, negotiated costs, delivered on time/on budget. Hired and trained team. Traveled to Asia for hands-on engagement with manufacturers.

Design Director for the Men's Michael line, considered the largest launch of its kind at that time. Responsible for design of the largest categories within this division (cut and sew knits and woven shirts.). Presented directly to Michael Kors and executive leadership.