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Development - Apparel

Global Product Development Manager

Engineering & Production

Allison -an inventive, meticulous, sustainably driven outdoor enthusiast- has displayed great competence in the fields of product development, apparel or graphic design throughout the years. From her 5 years at Liberated Brands excelling as a Global Product Development Manager to her background in design and fine arts, she has proven herself to be a stellar candidate for any positions pertaining product development, apparel or graphic design. Allison graduated Magna Cum Laude in June of 2019 from FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising with an Associate of Arts degree in Merchandise Product Development. 

Allison’s drive and enthusiasm to learn has allowed for great success for not only herself, but her counterparts as well.

- Handle global product development of tees across multiple brands simultaneously while making certain milestones are met and products are delivered on schedule

- Work closely with design, merchandising, sales and production teams to guarantee alignment and successful product execution

- Manage the sampling process, monitor production timelines, and conduct quality control checks to ensure the final product meets the required standards and specifications

- Ensure all products meet legal and industry standards, including safety regulations, labeling requirements, and environmental certifications

- Nominated by colleagues and was awarded Employee of the Month December 2023

- Appointed PLM Super User by PLM support  team May 2024 - have helped train new team members on system processes since 2022

Global Product Development Manager - Volcom / Captain Fin / RVCA Australia / Billabong Australia

- Headed global development of knitwear, headwear, miscellaneous accessories and footwear

- Nurtured relationships with suppliers to create best in class product together

- Conducted fittings in partnership with fit tech team and made adjustments for optimal product performance

- Introduced new techniques and materials to enhance product designs

Jr. Global Product Developer - Volcom (Inline, SMU, Value)

- Partnered with fellow coworkers to merchandise new product

- Applied industry knowledge to customer service to ensure satisfaction with style and fit of product(s)

-Coordinated daily cash reconciliation at high-volume location


Retail Cashier

- Developed a fundamental understanding of Full Circle software

- Collaborated with design team throughout all aspects of design process - concept to completion

- Employed Illustrator and Photoshop proficiency to create and refine sketches, artwork, and prints

- Communicated with interface departments in support of design vision

- Participated in lab dip submission and made strike-off comments as needed

- Assisted in tech pack creation and ensured all product information was updated when necessary

- Translated trend research and analysis into product(s) for target customers

Women's Design Intern

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Allison Besanceney: Global Product Development Manager in Orange County, California

Allison Besanceney

FIDM