Jenny Boucher
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Hello and thank you for reviewing this application. An expert in handcraft and development specialized for rural and indigenous communities, please see a portfolio of some textile designs fully developed from concept through technical specs to enable efficient seemless artisanal production: Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup
Jenny Boucher is a design and social innovation professional focused on craft development, ethical production, and building pathways for artisan communities in the Peruvian Andes to access global markets. She blends modern design with traditional textile and gemstone craftsmanship to create meaningful, functional objects for international audiences.
Through DAR Proyectos, Jenny leads textile design, sales, export/import, sustainability, training, and design/marketing efforts, ensuring production is paired with organizational and technical capacity-building. Her work spans trend forecasting, international trade support, and collaborative design initiatives for museum and retail partners worldwide.
- 17 years' experience
- Joined July 2026
Skills· 3
Languages
- EnglishFluent
- Spanish; CastilianIntermediate
- FrenchIntermediate
Industry experience
- Education
- Retail
- Non-Profit Organization
- Consumer Goods
- Manufacturing
- Media & Entertainment
- Professional Services
Work experience· 10 roles
Undergraduate instructor for Fashion Design Theory and Practice, emphasizing cultural expression and identity. Guides end-user needs analysis and students’ planning and execution of visual concepts, bringing an international designer perspective informed by experience working with artisanal communities and real-world production considerations.
Leads DAR Proyectos redefining the intersection of Peruvian craft tradition and contemporary design innovation. Manages private label textile design and a line of semi-precious gemstone objects with ongoing social innovation programming to enable artisan communities to prioritize craft, formalize operations, and scale opportunities long term. Oversees entrepreneurship/organizational/technical training, sustainability initiatives, design and marketing, and sales direction. Manages export/import and supply chain operations and supports international market growth for clients including MoMA and other global retailers/partners.
Worked on design development with indigenous communities in Peru, India, and Guatemala. Analyzed and planned production strategies for handmade production to align products with sales goals. Supported assortment planning, costing analysis, and creation of marketing materials.
Education
Certifications and awards· 5
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