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Management / Global Market Research / Cost Analysis / Development Training
Project Innovative, talented, and results-oriented Business Development professional with over 10 years of experience in design and marketing processes, development and training. Proven ability to comprehend multifaceted problems in regards to cost, and to frame effective solutions to accomplish business goals and objectives. Solid leadership skills able to build and guide top-performing development teams. Effective communication and interpersonal skills in establishing and maintaining strong productive working relationships with management, vendors and staff at all levels. Extensive knowledge and experience in design, engineering, manufacturing and negotiation of production costs. * Product management with cost effective focus Process reengineering Results driven leadership style Global Marketing Research & Analysis Analytical and problem-solving expertise * Broad understanding of working in Asia Dynamic leader and dedicated team player * Highly creative in design and construction detail
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Owner/Designer
PokaDot Suits
San Diego, CA
Casual beachwear and apparel line. Manage and supervise all activity from Design through Production. Source new fabrics, set yearly goals to determine direction of business. Account management for all financial procedures.
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US Development Manager
EAGLE CREEK TRAVEL GEAR
Vista, CA
Oversaw Product and Material Development including, new hire development training, technical product specification packages, lab dip and quality assurance processes. Communicate globally with customers, management, vendors, and internal departments to coordinate processes and sales sample deliveries in accordance with corporate goals and calendar. Global and regional market research and analysis of competitive markets. Lead, train and direct product development teams. * Prepared, managed and negotiated budget and cost procedures throughout development cycle to increase margin points per product grouping, each season. * Implemented plan and procedures for development process to shorten and eliminate extra prototyping stages. Net result: substantial savings to development budget. * Created and organized materials library from domestic/international vendors, both on-line and in house. Increased research productivity cycle for design and development departments. * Worked with sales management team to plan product strategy that aligned with short and long term marketing, financial and growth objectives in accordance with the Global Brand. Sharon Larson Page Two
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Design Department Manager
THE OUTDOOR RECREATION GROUP
Los Angeles, CA
Design and developed daypacks, soft luggage and handbags for domestic and international markets. Managed products and projects from conception of design through production. Worked with division sales managers to create and develop innovative product to fit diverse markets. Provided direct support to Marketing Manager in implication of packaging needs. * Researched and tracked competitor's lines for opportunities to increase market share. * Kept product lines current with changing trends Wrote and implemented cost effective procedures for both domestic and international manufacturing.
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Tommy Hilfiger Design & Production Coordinator
MOUNTAIN HIGH KNITTING
San Diego, CA
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Home Design Stager
Carlsbad, CA
Jan 2016 - Feb 2016 (1 month)
Home Staging and Design Transformation of homes to maximize buyer’s connection to retail properties for sale.
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Design and Development Manager
Easton Outfitters Technical Products/Core 4 Element
Salt Lake City, UT
Jul 2014 - Oct 2015 (1 year 3 months)
Managed the Design and Development process each season. Tech Pack creation, cost negotiation, and sales sample coordination. Researched current and future markets for additional sales.
Customer service help as needed.