- An innovative, detail-oriented apparel design leader with an entrepreneurial spirit and demonstrated ability to build and develop efficient creative teams, as well as launch and scale new businesses in an ever-evolving environment.- Over a decade in the fashion industry specializing in women's activewear, swim, and intimate apparel with deep fit and product understanding spanning all size segments - and an athleisure expert!- Adept at partnering collaboratively with cross-functional teams (sourcing, tech, merchandising, production, and outside vendors) to develop and execute collections that achieve growth and profitability goals while delivering on a brand's design vision.- Experience with sustainable initiatives, private label, SMUs, sports licensing, higher education retail markets, social responsibility, relationship building, people management, and business development.- In-depth knowledge of design techniques, construction, processes, and retail math, as well as strong analytical skills and a keen eye for style and color.- Mastery of trend analysis based on global market research, mood boards, hand & CAD sketching, Adobe Creative Suite, Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, web-based PLM/PDM, CLO 3D, and Workday, among others.