Efficiency expert skilled at negotiating with 18+ years of Fashion & Apparel Start-Up, Strategy, Product Development, Manufacturing, & Sourcing specializing in launching new brands, & advising on all steps of developing collections from ideation to the manufacturing process - specifically in Intimate Apparel, Lingerie & Athleisure. Able to cost engineer the garment process & set up an overall strategy for new programs - developing a garment from start to finish - sourcing materials & suppliers, negotiating materials & prices, managing the production timeline, testing fabrics, & securing compliance.