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- Guided as Senior Product Development and Design Manager, the comprehensive management of product development, design, and production for headwear and accessories at GMPC, LLC.- Ensured alignment with brand aesthetics and current market trends, while meticulously overseeing deadlines and budgets.- Conducted extensive market research and trend analysis, fueling innovative product developments and identifying strategies to make products more appealing and profitable.- Provided invaluable support to design teams, offering creative insights and stepping in during peak workloads to ensure uninterrupted progress.- Fostered robust collaboration among diverse parties, including design teams, vendors, and manufacturers, to flawlessly execute product strategies and achieve overarching business objectives.- Oversaw and directed the entire product lifecycle, from conceptualization to quality assurance and timely delivery, consistently maintaining uncompromising standards of excellence.- Utilized outstanding communication and leadership abilities to motivate teams, overcome obstacles, and foster a cohesive and high-performing work culture.- Cultivated enduring partnerships with vendors and suppliers, cementing a reputation for product integrity, cost efficiency, and punctuality in delivery.- Maintained a keen awareness of industry dynamics, competitor maneuvers, and evolving consumer preferences, guiding informed product decisions.- Provided sales assistance and served as a proactive sales account manager for diverse clientele, guaranteeing the delivery of top-tier and comprehensive services tailored to their individual needs.- Actively collaborated with peers to foster continuous learning, skill enhancement, and collective contributions to the company's sustained success.

-Spearheaded headwear and accessory product development & design efforts at Putnam Accessory Group, Inc. and Putnam Brands.-Efficiently coordinated samples, booth displays, and travel arrangements for trade shows, ensuring seamless execution.-Supports sales team by providing essential tools such as samples, linesheets, and pricing overviews.-Leads and collaborates with the design team on private label projects, ensuring alignment with client specifications.-Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of the development process, from concept inception to design hand-off and production.-Maintains regular communication with designers and overseas factories in China, Korea, and India to ensure project alignment and timely execution.-Brings valuable experience in domestic apparel product development to the table.-Actively participates in sourcing decisions based on factors such as volume, technique, fabrication, and cost considerations.-Collaborates with the design department to create and manage tech packages, oversee art revisions, and maintain essential information.-Conducts fittings and provides approvals for proto, size run, and confirmation samples.-Engages in proto and pre-production sample review meetings with Development, Design, and Sales team members, ensuring product quality and consistency.-Takes charge of creating and managing annual development and sales calendars, ensuring deadlines are met.-Tracks and approves all necessary submissions of artwork, trims, and samples, maintaining quality control throughout the process.-Skillfully negotiates costs, minimums, and lead times with factories to optimize production efficiency.-Extensive experience in sourcing new overseas and domestic factories while maintaining positive relationships with current partners.-Takes ownership of creating, photographing, and editing catalogs and linesheets for sales, ensuring they effectively showcase products and drive engagement.

-Played a pivotal role as Headwear and Accessory Product Developer for Ultimate Accessory Group, LLC and its parent companies, Aquarius, Ltd and Putnam Sourcing Group, Inc.-Collaborates closely with the sales team to furnish essential tools including samples, linesheets, pricing overviews, and other sales collateral.-Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of the entire development process, from conceptualization to design handoff through production.-Maintains regular communication channels with designers and overseas factories located in China, Korea, and India, ensuring project alignment and timely execution.-Actively participates in sourcing decisions, considering factors such as volume, technique, fabrication, and cost to optimize supplier selection.-Provides invaluable assistance to the design department in generating and organizing tech packages, overseeing art revisions, and managing essential information.-Conducts fittings and delivers proto, size run, and confirmation sample approvals with precision.-Engages in proto and pre-production sample review meetings alongside Development, Design, and Sales team members to uphold product excellence.-Tracks and approves all necessary submissions of artwork, trims, and samples, ensuring adherence to quality standards.-Skillfully negotiates costs, minimums, and lead times with factories to achieve favorable terms and enhance production efficiency.-Brings extensive experience in sourcing both overseas and domestic factories, fostering positive relationships with existing partners while actively seeking new opportunities for collaboration.

Providing freelance PR and marketing consulting for various clientele.

-Led Headwear and Accessory Product Development efforts for Original Chuck®.-Possesses a comprehensive understanding of the entire development process, guiding projects from concept to design handoff through production.-Maintains daily communication with designers and overseas factories in China, Korea, and India, ensuring seamless coordination and project alignment.-Actively participates in sourcing decisions, leveraging insights on volume, technique, fabrication, and cost, including travel overseas for firsthand sourcing needs.-Provides vital support to the design department, aiding in the creation and maintenance of tech packages, art revisions, and informational materials.-Conducts fittings and meticulously oversees proto, size run, and confirmation sample approvals.-Engages in proto and pre-production sample review meetings alongside Development, Design, and Sales team members to ensure product excellence.-Takes charge of creating and managing annual development and sales calendars, ensuring strategic alignment and timely execution.-Skillfully negotiates costs, minimums, and lead times with factories to optimize production efficiency.-Demonstrates expertise in sourcing both overseas and domestic factories, fostering positive relationships and actively seeking new collaborations.-Generates compelling marketing and public relations content for each season, enhancing brand visibility and engagement.-Creates, photographs, and edits catalogs and linesheets for sales, ensuring impactful presentation of products.-Coordinates content and support for web portals such as WFX, NuOrder, and in-house websites to facilitate seamless online transactions and engagement.-Efficiently coordinates samples, booth displays, and travel accommodations for trade shows, ensuring a polished and professional presence.-Provides invaluable assistance to the sales team, furnishing samples, linesheets, pricing overviews, and other essential sales tools.

Public Relations intern at Sole Technology, Inc., supporting etnies, etniesGirl, ThirtyTwo, Altamont, éS, and Emerica brands.-Built and managed media lists to ensure effective outreach and coverage.-Evaluated PR efforts by tracking media coverage and compiling monthly reports for analysis.-Handled sample requests from media outlets, ensuring timely delivery and fulfillment.-Contributed to media content creation through writing and drafting press materials.-Assisted in coordinating and executing event-based PR initiatives to enhance brand visibility and engagement.