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Unnamed Client: FlexPLM Assessment• Conducted Discovery sessions with stakeholders, including the training in and organization of collaborative Miro boards. • Gathered feedback and pain points regarding current system and processes.• Designed and administered surveys to assess capabilities landscape, RACI roles, and business impact of pain points.• Analyzed system and process gaps in relation to business objectives and system capabilities.• Assisted with the creation of a Roadmap using the proprietary Roadmap Navigator in AirTable. • Presented findings to leadership team throughout the assessment process.• Created presentation visuals to display analysis findings and data patterns. • Wrote system requirements for RFI / vendor selection. Unnamed Client: New FlexPLM Customer• Prepare for and attend requirements gathering workshops, capture SME requirements• Document FlexPLM attribute configuration and customizations in an Attribute Development Matrix• Create Excel screen mockups for development• Partnered with Solutions Architect to define and refine customizations and configuration • Document user requirements for development as User Stories in ADO• Owned the creation and management of an Excel calculator to provide estimations for test case writing to inform timeline and resource allocation • Wrote test cases for both functional testing and Conference Room Pilots• Created queries and dashboards in ADO to help teams track progress in test case writing and execution • Creation of process documentation and testing data setup in QA system for Conference Room Pilot demos• Reviewed and created Quick Reference Guides for end user training

Los Angeles, California, United States

I oversaw PLM system use for all West Coast brands and Herve Leger. I communicated with stakeholders and end users to analyze business processes, optimize product lifecycle management efficiency, and improve end user experience. I provided daily user support and training.I worked with a team to implemented system go-live for Hudson Jeans in half the time of previous implementation projects, while working entirely remotely after the start of the pandemic. I developed a new SOP for the management of the corporate Measurement Library and grade rule templates that decreased project implementation time from being measured in months to being measured in weeks.

West Hollywood, California

I improved business processes utilizing FlexPLM, providing support for all West Coast apparel brands as part of a two-person team. I provided daily support and led training for new users and the implementation of new processes. I used Adobe InDesign to create business-specific user guides clearly outlining system functionality. I communicated specifically with Technical Design Directors and their teams to improve user experience in the system's neglected Measurement module. I customized the OOTB functionality of product measurement sets and grading templates to meet the unique needs of multiple brands and product categories.I worked with a team to test system enhancements and develop new business solutions. Most notably, we executed a "Clone and Go" of our entire system as a part of the corporate separation from Global Brands Group.

I worked in a fast-paced environment as a part of BCBGMaxAzria's bread-and-butter Dresses division. I attended daily fitting session with a fit model. I evaluated garment measurements, built graded spec sheets, and wrote fit comments. I communicated daily with oversees vendors. I managed the assistants for the Dresses team and conducted training for all new tech department assistants.

Greater Los Angeles Area

At various times, I assisted with Hardwovens (jackets, structured skirts, pants), Softwovens (lightweight tops, dresses, and skirts), and Dresses (evening & daywear) to measure garments and prep for fit sessions with the Senior Tech Designer. I attended fittings daily with the tech team. I created and updated tech packs during the fitting process. I tracked garment due dates to ensure samples arrived and were fit on schedule by managing the samples status report.

Atlanta, Ga

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Los Angeles, California

Internship with the Outlet Design department. Produced mock-up garments and flats, assisted with design meetings and day-to-day tasks. Worked extensively with the pattern maker on creating trace-offs and assisted with digitizing patterns using Gerber PDS.

Worked as a seasonal employee.

Bachelor Of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Fashion/Apparel Design, 3.94

Focused my studies on technical design and apparel business management. I created my senior collection entirely in Gerber PDS software. My.

Bachelor Of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Fashion/Apparel Design