Creative and purpose-driven designer with 20+ years of experience in technical apparel, outdoor innovation, and sustainable strategy. I bring a holistic approach to design that merges physical products with user experience and business impact. Passionate about exploring the intersection of creativity, logic, and real-world functionality, I thrive at the point where concept meets execution. KEY SKILLS: Strategic design direction across outdoor categories Technical apparel development from concept to commercialization Circular and sustainable product innovation User-centered design grounded in athlete collaboration and field research Trend forecasting & design research (cultural, market, behavioral) Holistic design approach integrating product, service, and user experience Coaching-based leadership style that fosters autonomy, creativity, and team growth Business-oriented mindset (budgeting, planning, and creative entrepreneurship)

Minna Piegay Rundgren

Creative and purpose-driven designer with 20+ years of experience in technical apparel, outdoor innovation, and sustainable strategy. I bring a holistic approach to design that merges physical products with user experience and business impact. Passionate about exploring the intersection of creativity, logic, and real-world functionality, I thrive at the point where concept meets execution. KEY SKILLS: Strategic design direction across outdoor categories Technical apparel development from concept to commercialization Circular and sustainable product innovation User-centered design grounded in athlete collaboration and field research Trend forecasting & design research (cultural, market, behavioral) Holistic design approach integrating product, service, and user experience Coaching-based leadership style that fosters autonomy, creativity, and team growth Business-oriented mindset (budgeting, planning, and creative entrepreneurship)

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Creative and purpose-driven designer with 20+ years of experience in technical apparel, outdoor innovation, and sustainable strategy. I bring a holistic approach to design that merges physical products with user experience and business impact. Passionate about exploring the intersection of creativity, logic, and real-world functionality, I thrive at the point where concept meets execution.
KEY SKILLS:
Strategic design direction across outdoor categories
Technical apparel development from concept to commercialization
Circular and sustainable product innovation
User-centered design grounded in athlete collaboration and field research
Trend forecasting & design research (cultural, market, behavioral)
Holistic design approach integrating product, service, and user experience
Coaching-based leadership style that fosters autonomy, creativity, and team growth
Business-oriented mindset (budgeting, planning, and creative entrepreneurship)

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Language

English
Advanced
French
Fluent

Work Experience

Design Specialist at Design With
January 1, 2022 - Present
Design With – Founder - Annecy, France (2022 - Present) Intersport / SUMAS - Design Consultant - Switzerland (2022) Aalto University - Design Consultant - Finland (2012 - 2013) Lead user-focused and sustainable design projects in functional fashion, and service design for clients across the outdoor, lifestyle, and education sectors. Helly Hansen: Technical concept for mountaineering guides Gaia Consulting: Circular design training proposal Intersport: Contribution to CSR reporting Aalto University: Service design projects for different industries
Lecturer at Mont Blanc University / OSV Academy
January 1, 2023 - Present
Teaching design principles and practices, I equip students with the skills to innovate in the field of design. Designed and delivered courses in product, service, and sustainable design, guiding students through hands-on projects with real-world impact.
Independent Coach at Independent, France
January 1, 2022 - Present
Holistic coach in leadership development, enhancing decision-making and performance for businesses and public sector entities.
Designer at Nike
January 7, 2006 - October 30, 2025
At Nike, designed Grand Slam–inspired tennis apparel and led global commercial collections. Supported innovation projects with Nike’s Advanced Innovation Team on performance materials.

Education

Master in Internation Design Business Managment at Aalto University
January 9, 2012 - January 6, 2015
Interdisciplinary approach to design, business & tech. Thesis on gender in the sports industry.
Fashion Design at Aalto University - Finland
January 9, 2004 - January 6, 2007
Specialization in performance apparel. Winner of the international Lindström Award.

Qualifications

ICF Certified Coach
January 1, 2021 - October 17, 2025
Certificate of Advanced Studies in Sustainable Fashion Management
January 1, 2022 - October 20, 2025
Circular business models, SDG integration, energy & water systems across fashion and luxury sectors.

Industry Experience

Education
    paper Design Portfolio MInna Piegay
    ApparelDesign, Techpack, skiwear, outdoor, trailrun, sportswear, technicaldrawing, innovation

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