EMPLOYMENT
FREELANCE, New York, NY 1/2023- Present
Designing & creation of techpacks for soft goods accessories, gifting and knits. Driving results through novel products for a diverse assortment.
Project management and research for sustainability efforts focused on consumer behavior and implementation of the circular economy.
FOWNES BROTHERS, New York, NY 11/2018 - 12/2022
Sr. Designer / Product Development
Project managed the end-to-end creation and development of UGG licensed goods, from initial concept to bulk production. Identified opportunities for value creation within the UGG license, resulting in a 25% increase in bookings to $30 million for 2022 delivery. Streamlined product development to align with YOY sales data; creating a smaller, more profitable line. Collaborated with internal stakeholders to drive system-wide changes, reducing waste through the elimination of unnecessary development. Successfully increased the use of sustainable materials in products from 20% in the 2022 accessories line to 30% in 2023.
License Brand Manager: UGG
Clients: Cole Haan, Moose Knuckles, Mackage
ECHO DESIGN GROUP, New York, NY 1/2014–10/2018
Designer / Product Development
Key focus on developing sustainable materials for a variety of products. Channeled development into more sustainable practices through product innovation and development. Collaborated with key stakeholders, providing strategic opportunities for business partners through private label development. Influenced the creative process through visual and written presentations to leadership and clients. Managed a team of 5 to deliver on time on budget projects.
License Brand Manager: Polo Ralph Lauren Men’s and Women’s Handwear, Lauren Ralph Lauren Handwear, Chaps
Clients: J.Jill, Brooks Brothers, White House | Black Market, NPG, Caché
NOLAN GLOVE COMPANY, New York, NY 6/2009–12/2013
Designer / Brand Manager
Developed successful designs and provided dedicated client service. Helped to grow new adult private label business from one to eight clients. Led design, materials sourcing, vendor pricing and techpacks for private label accessories. Developed time and action calendars for Nolan Glove’s specialty line and was responsible for company-wide adherence. Designed accessories lines for multiple soft goods accessories licenses with a focus on cold weather accessories and all weather headwear. Managed QA testing for children’s ware. Traveled to Asia for factory inspections.
License Brand Manager: Geoffrey Beene Handwear, Members Only Accessories
Clients: Anthropologie, Bon-Ton, Sundance Catalog, Coldwater Creek, Christopher & Banks, Dillard’s
SCOTT ADAMS DESIGNS, INC. New York, NY 11/2008–6/2009
Designer
Supervised cosmetics bags and packaging design and development. Designed products based on assortment planning and trend research. Created initial flat patterns and corrected samples. Researched and sourced environmentally friendly solutions to materials and packaging.
Clients: Ulta, Eos, Caudalie, Victoria Secret
EDUCATION
Bard College, New York, NY: MBA in Sustainability Candidate 2025
Fashion Institute of Technology, New York, NY: Continuing Education in Knits and Accessories
Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS: BS in Apparel and Textiles