Lyndsay Galbraith
Director of Product Development @ Chums, Inc. | Creative Direction, Design, Team Management · Chums, Inc.
Salt Lake City Metropolitan Area, UTIn My Own Words
I have over 18 years of experience as a creative director and product developer in the apparel and accessories industry, where I have led and executed innovative and relevant design solutions for multiple brands. I have a passion for fashion, art, and sustainability, and I strive to create products that reflect these values and resonate with the customers.
As the Product Development Director at Chums, Inc., I oversee the entire product life cycle, from market research and ideation to production and quality control. I work with a diverse and talented team of designers, developers, and manufacturers, and I maintain strong relationships with our partners across the globe. I also leverage my advanced knowledge of Centric Software, a PLM software solution, to optimize and streamline the product development process. I am proud to contribute to the growth and success of Chums, Inc., a company that offers high-quality and eco-friendly accessories for outdoor enthusiasts.
Work Experience
Senior Product Developer / Designer -Accessories
Signature Products Group2020 – 2022
Product Development and Designer for multiple brand accessories, including Carhartt, Browning and Huk. Focus: leather goods, non-leather goods, and other materials. -Perform market research to conceive of new and relevant product ideation. -Responsible for new comprehensive product collections bi-annually. -Generate and maintain relationships with manufacturing partners to ensure a timely delivery of new products from the concept phase through the first production run. -Enhanced communication skills: working with factories in multiple countries. -Advanced knowledge of Centric Software: PLM Software Solutions.
Co-Founder/CEO
Ruhn Co. Apparel2017 – 2020
Production Manager: Daily communication with vendors and manufacturers to develop and maintain strict production timelines. Regular overseas travel to various factory destinations to personally oversee production and quality control , and to maintain optimal working relationships with manufacturing partners. Technical Designer specializing in active apparel that uses a specialized seamless compression technology. Responsible for all marketing: including the development and design of weekly promotional emails and all social media content.
Senior Apparel Designer/Product Development Manager
Lime Ricki Swimwear2011 – 2017
Trend forecasting for seasonal collections. Initial design concepts and sketches to a final product that has boosted product sales leading to increased annual buys. Comprehensive tech pack completion. Responsible for all garment fittings and fit models. Responsible for all production coordination and management in an overseas factory setting. Worked directly with manufacturers to ensure an increase in profit margins. Print designer. Trim and fabric sourcing.
Senior Apparel Designer/Product Development Manager
Shade Clothing2009 – 2011
Trend forecasting for seasonal collections. Initial design concepts and sketches. Comprehensive tech pack completion. Responsible for all garment fittings and fit models. Responsible for all production coordination and management in an overseas factory setting. Print designer. Trim and fabric sourcing. Small in-house team manager. Worked with CFO and buy planner to plan seasonal sku and units for purchase orders based on current sales reports.
Education
Associate's degree
FIDM2009 – 2010
Skills: Visual Design · Creative Strategy · Creative Problem Solving
Bachelor of Science - BS
University of Utah2003 – 2007
Skills: Visual Design · Creative Strategy · Creative Problem Solving
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