Jessica Allen

Manager, Product Development · The House of LR&C

Raleigh , NC

In My Own Words

Creative and driven Product Developer with over seven years’ experience in performance apparel, who oversees the design and development of custom teamwear products for high level assets. Collaborative team player focused on developing high quality products that exceed performance expectations and deliver strong results.

Work Experience

Head of Raw Materials

The House of LR&C

2022 – Present

Product Developer

Team Sports

2019 – 2022

•Lead for International On Field team specific development. •Implemented a process for reducing the amount of physical PP samples seen by 65%. •Ensure that all styles are Buy Ready by the buy date and work with any cross functional team on outstanding issues •Implemented fully 3D samples for SMS. • Utilized 3D for Team approval of artwork , embellishments and sponsor logos. •Partner with Sourcing, Design, PLM and Vendors on the development and execution of Bobsled, Skeleton and Speedskating suits for the Olympic teams.

Associate Product Developer

Team Sports

2016 – 2019

•Manage development and B.O.M of 270 styles on 3 development calendars from concept to product delivery •Created and implemented the process of Electronic Redlining by utilizing Dropbox, which drastically reduced the companies paper cost and carbon footprint. •Implemented use of Optitex 3D to validate artwork sizing and placement, and establish standards for embellishment placement resulting in reduction of development time and production delays. •Partner with Sourcing, Quality Assurance, Design, and PLM on Rugby World Cup styles to ensure that they meet requirements determined by the World Cup board while still meeting design intent and quality standards.

Designer/Seamstress

Kansas State Cheer

2009 – 2014

•Designed and produced custom designs for sports camp's summer staff members and

independent athletes. •Assisted in designing uniforms worn by the Kansas State Cheerleading team during the 2012-2013 season. •Tailored uniforms for the Kansas State Cheerleading team to improve the uniforms fit and functionality for the athletes. •Adapted uniforms for the Fierce Cats, a special needs cheerleading team, improving the uniforms function for their specific needs.