Most Recently: Vice President of Handbag Design and Development at
Prior, design management roles at Marimekko, starting with the position of Design Director of Bags, promoted to Creative Director of all product lines - as a result of a sold-out handbag collection launch, which drew its philosophy from the heritage of this distinguished print house. Initiated several design collaborations there, including with Comme Des Garçons.
Handbag design consultancies, amongst others with Tom Ford.
Additional senior bag design experience at Coach and senior managerial experience at Donna Karan.
Formally educated in fashion- and accessories design in four countries (Italy, France, USA and U.K) culminating in a MA Fashion (Accessories for Fashion) Degree: Distinction from Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design.