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•	Supported the creation and execution of a global line by elevating and renewing existing core fabrics by implementing dye techniques, mechanical and chemical finishes
•	Partnered with Production and Merchandising teams to build fabric commitment strategies in order to negotiate bulk fabric prices and meet seasonal cost targets
•	Reviewed seasonal line samples with Design, Production, and Tech teams to resolve fabric issues by communicating with mills or sourcing an appropriate alternate fabric 
•	Traveled to Gap International Sourcing offices; discussed mill strategy, met with potential mill partners, and visited regional fabric markets to uncover fabric inspiration

Associate Manager Fabric R&D

•	Interpreted design concepts to source and develop directional and aesthetically Gap fabrics, keeping in mind the visual and technical needs of the end product 
•	Presented innovative fabrics to VPs, Directors, and Senior Designers of Gap’s Global Design team to add trend-forward product to a heritage-focused global assortment
•	Launched the integration of Primaloft insulation for Fall/Holiday 2012 Gap Boys’ outerwear, which was adopted brandwide in Fall/Holiday 2014 
•	Reviewed fabric test reports based on Gap Inc, ISO, ASTM, and AATCC standards. Created risk assessment and  action plan summaries to design, production, and international counterparts 
•	Coordinated seasonal mill week and fabric trade show appointments; communicated Fabric R&D Team’s mill SWOT data to Gap International Sourcing offices

Assistant Manager

•	Initiated and managed catalogue system for fabrics used from 2010-present for Director of Woven Fabrics and Men’s Woven Fabric Manager to easily locate existing qualities 
•	Created seasonal sample chart with fabric details and tracking updtaes for leadership and international counterparts to calculate development ratios 
•	Attended seasonal fabric mill meetings where fabric trends and mill capabilities were presented 
•	Used Gap Inc’s Product Lifecycle Management database to input all landed fabric options allowing designers and production team to complete sampling requests

Intern: Fabric R&D

•	Updated selling reports by style and buy layouts that were used as a valuable tools during appointments with clients throughout the season
•	Analyzed continuative style selling history used by sales team in preparation for upcoming season’s stock proposals
•	Compiled detailed look books for major US department stores and high end boutiques that were used as a reference for seasonal products

Intern: Handbags and Accessories

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Fashion Institute of Technology

UC Irvine