Mandi Strickland / MANAGING DIRECTOR
"Hands On" Manufacturing Experience
Mandi was fortunate to have had the opportunity
to work in production management as well as receive extensive training from fiber selection to distribution for a vertically integrated major apparel brand
Manufacturing experience is essential for understanding the scalability of a product early in the development stage
Knit Material Development Expertise
Ongoing yarn and fiber research includes performance properties, sustainability, as well as "runnability" in manufacturing
Circular knit expertise include machine identification as well as cam and needle patterning for mechanical machines
Over 15 years experience in brand and retail product development
Color & Product Integrity
Managed global color development/ quality, product integrity, and regulatory for both apparel and soft home goods for over fifteen years
Education
North Carolina State University
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Bachelors of Science Textile & Apparel Management
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Masters of Textiles