Lynn Borneman

- Led design and trend direction for patio furniture collections across
Walmart (Global), Home Depot, Costco, Menards, Canadian Tire.
- Managed full product lifecycle: sketching, CADs, 3D modeling,
sampling, CMF, and trade show presentations.
- Directed photography shoots, packaging design, and showroom
builds to align with retailer strategy.

- Created and launched Patio category at Rio Brands in 2018.
- Partnered with factories in China & Vietnam to source new finishes,
fabrics, and materials.
- Drove pricing, costing, and retailer negotiations (Lowe’s, Costco, Home
Depot, BJ’s).

- Freelanced a new line of products for a new division from Yotrio Group.
- Products included outdoor kitchens, firepits and accessories.

-Oversaw all product development in North America and China from sketching to production.
-Involved trend & market analysis research and presentations.
-Directly engaged with Retailers to develop the right look, price, value & experience for their consumer.
-Worked with overseas team on technical drawings, cost analysis, pricing, sourcing new & innovative materials for product development.
-Responsible for communication of inventory, price and design for fabric suppliers internationally.
-Designed and helped execute two new showrooms in China.
-Collaborated with Sales team and RnD daily to create new opportunities for retailers.
- Retailer Focus: Lowe's (US & Canada), Walmart, Canadian Tire, Sam's Club, BJ's Warehouse