Experience

DIRECTOR OF DESIGN AND INNOVATION  Klim, Rigby, ID. 2014- January 2023

Created and maintained a world class design department by identifying and developing top talent. Managed budget insuring resources were used efficiently. Focused on calendar adherence to improve efficiency throughout the design and development process. Collaborated with Designers, Category Directors, Marketing, and Sales. In addition to KLIM responsibilities, worked with POLARIS leadership to design full collections for their multiple sub brands. Fostered a creative and productive work environment and mentored the team to be their best. Coordinated the work of internal and freelance designers to create cohesive collections. Worked with team to decide seasonal color direction, fabric stories, and trim packages. Discovered and vetted the latest innovations and materials, stayed abreast of trends, continually affirmed the needs of the customer. Worked with  athletes to discover new ideas, test concepts and enhance the users experience. 

SENIOR DESIGN MANAGER  Under Armour, Baltimore, MD. 2010-2014 

Managed internal and freelance designers for Men’s and Women’s Hunt/ Fish, Youth, Tactical, and Outdoor Accessories. Responsible for seasonal trend research, creative direction, fabrics, samples, and fit sessions. Created and maintained aesthetic guardrails that defined Under Armour’s Outdoor signature aesthetic. Initiated conceptualization, research, and development of seasonal themes, color pallets, and direction. Helped to grow Outdoor business by improving product relevance and targeting specific end users. Leveraged athlete knowledge and experience. Managed the concept and design of a number of notable projects including: 2014 Canada Snow Olympic uniforms and accessories, athlete special make projects, advanced limited run hunting collection. Teamed with innovation to use high-speed cameras to study garments while in motion which resulted in new fit blocks for all fishing product; devised tech pack standardization which was utilized throughout company; and initiated sound testing for hunting garments.

SENIOR DESIGNER  Under Armour, Baltimore, MD. 2008-2010

Established best practices and processes for the Design team. Responsible for the design of Men’s Hunt/ Fish, Action Sports, Tactical, and Accessories. Created the Under Armour aesthetic in the assigned categories. Managed design team. Set seasonal creative direction, advanced ideation, seasonal color stories, and fit blocks. Defined core feature sets for each collection. Worked with Fabrics and Trims to develop seasonal fabric and trim stories. Worked with Innovation to construct proof of concept mockups. Collaborated with athletes to validate functional concepts and authenticity. Conducted trend research and planned inspiration trips. Collaborated with Merchants to refine line plans and design briefs.

DESIGN MANAGER  Klim, Rigby, ID. 2004-2008 

Responsible for managing the design, development, and line plans of all product categories, which included technical outerwear, lifestyle, footwear, bags, and accessories. Created and implemented standard operating principles for design and development teams. Built the design and development team. Created the KLIM aesthetic and solidified brand DNA. Followed industry trends and successfully drove growth thru improved product relevance and functionality. Directed design and execution of trade show booth, packaging, website, POP imagery, and in store displays. 

DESIGN FOR HIRE  ate9, Rigby, ID. 2004-Present

Provide conceptual direction, product design, brand building, and marketing. Client list includes SHIFT, HarleyDavidson, Scorpion EXO, Griffs, and Corvo Industries. 

SENIOR DESIGNER  Alpinestars, Los Angeles, CA. 2002-2004 

Relocated to the United States to be part of the Advanced R&D office. Expanded product category responsibilities to include technical outerwear and bags. Worked with professional athletes for custom products and advanced concepts. 

DESIGNER  Alpinestars, Asolo, TV, Italy. 1999-2002

Responsible for design of gloves and leather suits. Redefined industry standard of racing gloves with the design of the GP Tech glove. Revolutionized leather suits with the introduction of external molded impact protection. Consolidated component trim manufacture to improve efficiencies and lower costing. Designed Air Bag Jacket, working directly with engineering firm.