Sales Design

T A M T R I N H

**** ******** . ******, ***** ***** . 214-***-**** . ******@**.***

Online portfolio: http://www.coroflot.com/ttrinh

Senior fashion and accessories Designer

Design / Product Management / Merchandising

Creative and results-producing Product Development Professional with 8

proven years of accomplishment in planning and leading Product Development

teams in support of business goals and objectives. Expertise in directing a

team of Designers, Pattern Makers and Product Developers in the creation of

mid-tier Accessories and Apparel for branded and private label products.

Demonstrated success driving growth in Research and Development through

implementation of key strategies. Solid leadership skills, able to build

and guide top-performing designers, and adept at working independently.

Well-versed at communicating with management, vendors, and internal

departments to coordinate overall design and development efforts.

Product Design & Development Direct Vendor & Supplier Coordination

Styling & Creative Direction Market Research & Analysis

Trend & Color Research Product Planning & Management

Material & Supplier Sourcing Team Building & Management

Key Attributes:

Through creating and launching new design and sales strategies, has driven

up product sales from $680,000 to $6.3 million in 2 years.

Driving creation and implementation of highly effective and efficient

development strategies with key projects, rebuilt a company's product

development department, resulting in the most profitable years in the

company's history.

Recognized by Donna Karen, Dooney & Burke, and Paul Frank for innovation in

design

Professional Experience

OWNER AND CREATIVE DIRECTOR, January 2012 - Current

T A M T R I N H . LLC - US/ITALY

Owner and Creative Director of eponymous Milan-based emerging footwear label which combines traditional Italian craftsmanship and comfort with contemporary design. T A M T R I N H fuses impeccable quality, with signature Italian glamour and quintessential modern American design, creating sculptural stilettos and embellished ankle boots that are the ultimate in stylish footwear. T A M T R I N H intends to launch its premier collection by Fall 2013.

Selected Contribution:

Achieved immediate interest from Bergdorf Goodman and Neiman Marcus for future product placement

Solely responsible for Women's Footwear Collection from initial design concept to production.

Acting role as Owner, CEO and Creative Director

SENIOR DESIGNER, April 2010 - Current

WATTERS DESIGNS INC. - Dallas, Texas

Lead Designer responsible for the creative design direction and development of mid-tier bridal gowns under the WTOO label. Directed and managed a team of product coordinators, assistant designers, and technical pattern makers in all stages of development. Partnered with sales team, production, materials development, and sourcing to design merchandise that fits within the costing parameters and the profile of the brand strategy. Review the line plan with CEO and VP of Sales to agree on overall direction and content of the line for each season.

Selected Contributions:

Increased sales since inception of the company in 2010 from $680,000 to $9.1 million year-to-date, through creative design and implementation of highly efficient product development strategies.

Introduced new key innovative design elements into the bridal industry

Designs have been featured on the cover of Brides Magazine, March 2012; Glamour Magazine voted best dress, feature in Martha Stewart Weddings Magazine, feature in D Magazine Weddings and numerous features on Style Me Pretty website as well as various bridal blogs

To view recent work, please visit www.wtoo.com

FREELANCE DESIGNER, October 2009 - 2010

MOXEE LLC - Lake Barrington, Illinois

Responsible for the strategic product design and development of a proprietary new concept for the client. Consulted on development process from inception to completion. Created designs based on client's original concept and incorporate feedback for finalization of small footwear accessories.

Selected Contributions:

Recognized by client for innovation in design.

Received U.S. Patent for innovative concept design and product developed by the client.

SENIOR DESIGN MANAGER, 2008 - 2009

XENTRIS LLC - Addison, Illinois

Directed, managed, and trained creative personnel in the development of proprietary and licensed brand products under the labels of: Dooney & Burke, Paul Frank, and Chloe Dao. Defined strategy, rationale, and increased sales. Conducted employee reviews and provided input on hiring, promotions, and disciplinary action. Communicate with customers, management, internal departments, and vendors to coordinate overall product development and merchandising effort in accordance with corporate goals.

Selected Contributions:

Drove up product sales by 27% through designing and launching new merchandising strategy.

Increased new-product assortment by 15% within one-month inception by spearheading creation and implementation of highly effective product development process and key projects.

Recognized by Paul Frank and Dooney & Burke for introducing new design concepts of small accessories

SENIOR ACCESSORIES DESIGNER, February -December 2007

RANDA ACCESSORIES - Chicago, Illinois

Developed and managed strategic product design, development, material selection, and color coordination for licensed brands Dockers, Levi's Strauss, Columbia, Trafalgar and Calvin Klein Men's bags and small leather goods

Selected Contributions:

Recognized by Levi's Strauss Corporation for revitalizing designs of Men's bags and small leather goods resulting in major product buys placed by large U.S. retailers in the current market

Planned and led the execution of product design and assortment for both bags and small leather goods categories

Increased profitability by 30% through product re-designs in bags and small leather goods category

ACCESSORIES DESIGNER, 2005 - 2007

FOSSIL INC. - Dallas, Texas

Worked within a team environment to carry out a full range of design functions. Responsible for product development from initial design concept to final production of leather goods for Women's belts and handbags, but later transferred to Men's to aide in the support of the design team. While there, was responsible for the design of Fossil branded belts and accessories. Integral member of the cross-functional brand team to determine brand identity and product designs for each season. Provided direct support to Creative Director.

Selected Contribution:

Created a supplier continuous improvement process ensuring suppliers met performance metrics and re-establishing supplier relations impacting millions of dollars in sales

Assisted the Creative Director in developement of high-end mens Italian made belts under the Fossil brand label

Education & Credentials

The University of North Texas Denton, Texas

Bachelor of Science Degree in Fashion Design/Merchandising & Business, 2005

The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising Los Angeles, California

Associate of Arts Degree in Fashion Design, 2001

The Fashion Institute of Technology New York, New York

Associate of Arts Degree in Fashion Design & Accessories, 1999 * Recognized by Donna Karen for innovation in design

Contact this candidate