Elyse Berkman is a Director of Product Development at EDPA USA, Inc.. Colleagues describe her as "Having known Elyse for over 12 years, my understanding of her talent in the field of Textile Design and product development is lengthy. She is a true professional. Elyse maintains relationships with areas of Design, Upper management, buyers and suppliers with grace and sophistication. Her depth of knowledge and eagerness for challenge makes her invaluable to a creative team in any environment. Elyse has a mind for detail, this applies to her creative capacity and also her ability to juggle multiple technical tasks. She is an authority in textile development, performance, color trends, and studio management. I highly respect her opinions on style and fashion, Home furnishings and Design. It is with the highest regard that I recommend Elyse Berkman for any career opportunity. " and "Elyse Berkman is a very talented textile designer. She is extremely detail oriented and a true professional. Her knowledge of textile design and manufacturing is extensive. Elyse is efficient, and does a supreme job of not only designing product, but also tracking and following up on the development process that is necessary for designing a fabric line. Annicia Adams Durka"