Allison Vaughn

Managed HR operations for a growing international workforce across the US and UK. Led recruitment for technical and leadership roles, implemented HR policies aligned with ISO 27001 and SOC 2, and streamlined onboarding and HRIS-driven processes. Advised executive leadership on employee relations, organizational planning, and talent management initiatives. Managed immigration and visa sponsorship for international employees, supported annual performance cycles, engagement initiatives, and talent development programs. Collaborated with Finance on compensation benchmarking, salary reviews, and headcount planning. Administered background screening and pre-employment compliance, and prepared employment agreements, consultancy contracts, and policy communications. Provided coaching to managers on performance, engagement, and organizational effectiveness.

Leads design and development for Pure Jill sub-brand. Manages the seasonal calendar and SKU count, mentors assistants, and ensures development aligns with deadlines and growth strategies. Creates style development plans for jackets/outerwear, bottoms, dresses, woven shirts, and knit tops. Leads internal design meetings to review timelines and issues, and develops seasonal production direction through garment research, trend analysis, and color palettes. Creates designs via B&W sketches and CAD, and manages seasonal development decks for sales. Oversees lab dips, wash panels, and strike-offs, ensuring color and execution align with design direction. Uses PLM for technical details, BOM, and color CADs; coordinates with overseas factories on new styles and materials.

Leads design and development for Wearever sub-brand while assisting on Pure Jill. Manages tie-dye, embroidery, indigo washes, and other specialty developments. Builds and implements design concepts across seasons, supports production and vendor coordination, and contributes to trend research and line planning. Maintains PLM data, collaborates with cross-functional teams, and participates in fittings and production follow-through.