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Product Design & Development Leader • Home Decor • Dinnerware • Glassware • Bakeware • Stationery
Julie Sobotta Hebert
Rosemount, MN
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About
Guest-obsessed design leader with 20 years building trend-right, commercially successful dinnerware, glassware, serveware, bakeware and décor assortments for top U.S. retailers—Target, Walmart, Lowe’s, Home Depot, TJX, Ross, At Home, Amazon. Blends creative direction + assortment strategy + global development to deliver value-led differentiation, quality, and financial results. Skilled at leading cross-functional partners and overseas vendor networks from concept through production to bring cohesive, guest-centered assortments to life.
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Education
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Bachelors of Fine Arts Industrial DesignUniversity of Wisconsin Stout2000 - 2004
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Industrial Design Industrial DesignNational University of Singapore2003 - 2003Study Abroad Grant Recipient
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Experience
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Director of Product Design & DevelopmentMinneapolis, MNJan 2024 - Present (2 years 6 months)● Designed two o&b branded dinnerware/glassware endcaps for Target’s 2025 C3 assortment, in partnership with Target merchant. Trend-right tortoise glassware hit ~90% sell-through in under a month.
● Grew o&b’s Walmart D14 private label Pioneer Woman business by 92% over 12 months with two best selling dinnerware programs. Developed line extensions into bakeware, serveware, and glassware, as well as seasonal variations.
● Grew o&b’s Walmart D17 Décor business by $3M in 9 months through category expansion in décorative accessories.
● Partnered cross-functionally with marketing and eCommerce teams to develop Amazon and Wayfair digital storefront assets supporting brand storytelling. -
Lead Director of Project DevelopmentSelection One a div. of Huahong Holding GroupMinneapolis, MNSep 2019 - Jul 2023 (3 years 10 months)● Drove +$17M growth over 3 years developing trend right mirrors, frames, wall décor, and functional décor for Lowe’s, TJX, Ross, At Home, and Home Depot.
● Led U.S. and Asia based design team remotely; fostered a collaborative, high performance culture focused on innovation. Supported manufacturing start-up in Indonesia.
● Introduced wood wall art category and developed private label brand Tyler & Finn for eCommerce assortment. -
Product Development & Design - Independent ContractorStar HomeNew Orleans, LAJan 2019 - Aug 2019 (7 months)● Designed and developed a range of home décor solutions including wall art, alternative wall décor, table top décor, and picture frames. Items were sold to various retailers including TJX Companies, Michaels, and At Home.
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Product Development and Design - Independent ContractorBP Industries Inc.New Orleans, LAApr 2016 - Mar 2019 (2 years 11 months)● Designed and developed décor and storage solutions for Target, TJX, and At Home.
● Managed full design lifecycle independently while remote, presenting design process and samples in buyer meetings. -
Director of Product Design & DevelopmentLake Forest, ILAug 2009 - Oct 2015 (6 years 2 months)● Grew Walmart business by $15M; launched holiday pallet program generating $6M in Q4 annual sales.
● Collaborated with Walmart product development and buying teams on mirrors, frames, shelving, and wall décor.
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Product DesignerThe Weston Gallery a division of Wilton IndustriesWoodridge, ILMay 2005 - Aug 2009 (4 years 3 months)● Led 2008 5-Second Slide & Store product launch, generating $12M in sales (Target, Kohl’s, Bed Bath & Beyond).
● Delivered $11M in new business with décor solutions for Bed Bath & Beyond.
● Developed product plans using POS data, buyer feedback, and market analysis.
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Awards
3.7 GPA cum laude
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minted.com artist, designer
zazzle.com artist, designer -
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On Coroflot@juliehebert, member since 2013
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