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I am an innovative and detail-oriented product developer and designer with over 16 years' experience in sportswear, fashion, and performance apparel. I specialize in turning briefs into technically sound, market-ready garments, managing tech packs, BOMs, lab dips, trims, fit testing, and critical-path timelines while coordinating with international suppliers and cross-functional teams. I am passionate about sustainable innovation, exploring new fabrics, trims, and 3D/AI design tools to reduce environmental impact while improving fit and performance. I enjoy collaborating with product managers, developers, sales, and marketing to deliver collections that balance aesthetics with function and meet the highest standards of quality and responsibility.…I am an innovative and detail-oriented product developer and designer with over 16 years' experience in sportswear, fashion, and performance apparel. I specialize in turning briefs into technically sound, market-ready garments, managing tech packs, BOMs, lab dips, trims, fit testing, and critical-path timelines while coordinating with international suppliers and cross-functional teams. I am passionate about sustainable innovation, exploring new fabrics, trims, and 3D/AI design tools to reduce environmental impact while improving fit and performance. I enjoy collaborating with product managers, developers, sales, and marketing to deliver collections that balance aesthetics with function and meet the highest standards of quality and responsibility.

Thomas McLaughlin

Designer, Product Designer, Brand Designer, +1

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I am an innovative and detail-oriented product developer and designer with over 16 years' experience in sportswear, fashion, and performance apparel. I specialize in turning briefs into technically sound, market-ready garments, managing tech packs, BOMs, lab dips, trims, fit testing, and critical-path timelines while coordinating with international suppliers and cross-functional teams. I am passionate about sustainable innovation, exploring new fabrics, trims, and 3D/AI design tools to reduce environmental impact while improving fit and performance. I enjoy collaborating with product managers, developers, sales, and marketing to deliver collections that balance aesthetics with function and meet the highest standards of quality and responsibility.…I am an innovative and detail-oriented product developer and designer with over 16 years' experience in sportswear, fashion, and performance apparel. I specialize in turning briefs into technically sound, market-ready garments, managing tech packs, BOMs, lab dips, trims, fit testing, and critical-path timelines while coordinating with international suppliers and cross-functional teams. I am passionate about sustainable innovation, exploring new fabrics, trims, and 3D/AI design tools to reduce environmental impact while improving fit and performance. I enjoy collaborating with product managers, developers, sales, and marketing to deliver collections that balance aesthetics with function and meet the highest standards of quality and responsibility.

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I am an innovative and detail-oriented product developer and designer with over 16 years’ experience in sportswear, fashion, and performance apparel. I specialize in turning briefs into technically sound, market-ready garments, managing tech packs, BOMs, lab dips, trims, fit testing, and critical-path timelines while coordinating with international suppliers and cross-functional teams.

I am passionate about sustainable innovation, exploring new fabrics, trims, and 3D/AI design tools to reduce environmental impact while improving fit and performance. I enjoy collaborating with product managers, developers, sales, and marketing to deliver collections that balance aesthetics with function and meet the highest standards of quality and responsibility.

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Experience Level

Expert

Expert

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Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Head of Technical & Design (Product Development & Design Management) at Hunter Apparel Solutions Ltd.

June 1, 2018 - Present

Led design & technical teams delivering high-performance apparel for demanding environments. Developed and reviewed tech packs, BOMs, lab dips, and trim approvals; graded size specs; ensured garments met fit, comfort, and performance requirements. Managed sample approvals, production QC, and factory audits across Europe and Asia; built strong supplier relationships. Created trackers and critical paths for multiple concurrent projects to ensure on-time delivery. Collaborated with product managers, developers, sales, and marketing to align technical development with client and end-user needs. Delivered accurate garment and embellishment costings; balanced budgets with performance. Introduced CLO 3D design and AI garment visualisation; researched innovative fabrics and trims; contributed to sustainable material sourcing initiatives. Regularly presented collections and technical solutions to clients and stakeholders.

Founder & Designer (Sportswear Product Development) at Tadaias Cycling Clothing Brand

December 31, 2023 - October 15, 2025

Founded and managed a cycling sportswear brand, handling end-to-end product development. Designed and developed cycling and lifestyle collections, including custom team/club kits. Created tech packs, specs, and patterns; sourced and tested high-performance fabrics; approved trims and embellishments. Collaborated with manufacturing partners on sampling, QC, and bulk production. Integrated innovative printing techniques and researched sustainable fabrics for technical garments. Delivered client presentations and worked directly with clubs/teams to tailor product solutions.

Lecturer in Fashion Design & Pattern Cutting at Atlantic Technical University (formerly LYIT)

August 31, 2023 - October 15, 2025

Taught fashion design, technical development, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and Gerber digital pattern cutting. Guided students through the product development process from concept to specification. Delivered training in sustainability, innovation, and industry-standard practices, ensuring alignment with market trends. Strengthened leadership, communication, and knowledge-sharing skills.

Fashion Designer at John Rocha / Simone Rocha

December 31, 2017 - October 15, 2025

Designed and delivered 27 collections for London Fashion Week, as well as Rocha John Rocha for Debenhams. Created tech packs, fabric/trim approvals, QC processes, and managed suppliers for high-end collections. Researched fabrics and trims at trade shows; introduced innovative embellishment techniques. Developed patterns and oversaw fit and silhouette development. Presented collections to internal teams, buyers, and media.

Head of Technical & Design (Product Development & Design Management) at Hunter Apparel Solutions Ltd.

June 1, 2018 - October 31, 2025

Led design & technical teams delivering high-performance apparel for demanding environments. Responsibilities included creating and reviewing tech packs, BOMs, lab dips, and trim approvals; developed graded size specs; ensured garments met fit, comfort, and performance requirements; managed supplier relationships across Europe and Asia; maintained critical-path trackers to ensure on-time delivery; collaborated with product managers, developers, sales, and marketing; delivered accurate costing and contributed to sustainability initiatives; introduced CLO 3D design and AI garment visualization.

Founder & Designer (Sportswear Product Development) at Tadaias Cycling Clothing Brand

December 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023

Founded and managed an end-to-end cycling sportswear brand, designing and developing cycling and lifestyle collections, including custom team/club kits. Created tech packs, specs, and patterns; sourced and tested high-performance fabrics; approved trims and embellishments; collaborated with manufacturing partners on sampling, QC, and bulk production; integrated sustainable fabrics and printing techniques; delivered client presentations and tailored product solutions for clubs/teams.

Lecturer in Fashion Design & Pattern Cutting at Atlantic Technical University (formerly LYIT)

August 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023

Fashion Designer at John Rocha / Simone Rocha

December 31, 2017 - December 31, 2017

Designed and delivered 27 collections for London Fashion Week, including Rocha John Rocha for Debenhams. Technical development: created tech packs, fabric/trim approvals, QC processes, and managed suppliers for high-end collections. Researched fabrics and trims at trade shows; introduced innovative embellishment techniques. Developed patterns and oversaw fit and silhouette development. Presented collections to internal teams, buyers, and media.