TROY CARNIGLIA

Senior Apparel & Accessory Designer / Developer at Hadley Development

Lead design direction, concept creation, and product execution for multiple major retailers and outdoor brands. Define and implement seasonal creative strategies, integrating trend, color, and material research into cohesive product assortments. Direct full design lifecycle from concept through production, managing BOMs, tech packs, and fit intent standards. Collaborate cross-functionally with merchandising, sourcing, and leadership to ensure alignment between design vision and business goals. Manage factory and mill relationships, overseeing materials sourcing, costing, and production delivery. Mentor junior designers and champion workflow improvements to increase creative output and operational efficiency.

Senior Apparel & Accessory Designer / Developer at Kryptek Outdoor Group

Spearheaded design and development for all Kryptek apparel and accessories, from performance outerwear to lifestyle collections. Drove the seasonal creative vision, including color palette, textile development, and category innovation. Created performance-driven, technically advanced garments aligned with tactical and outdoor market needs. Partnered with sourcing, sales, and marketing to translate product stories into commercial success. Strengthened brand identity through cohesive design execution and high-performance innovation.

Chief Apparel Designer and Developer at Eberlestock

Led design direction, development, and production for all apparel and logo gear categories. Defined long-term creative strategy integrating brand DNA, performance function, and market relevance. Directed seasonal color vision and fabric development to ensure cohesive storytelling across product lines. Partnered with leadership on go-to-market planning and visual presentation, including product styling and photoshoots. Cultivated vendor partnerships and optimized cost structures without compromising design quality. Elevated brand image and category growth through strategic design leadership and product excellence.

Senior Designer / Developer / Sourcing Specialist at Land & Water Trading Co. / MVRK Industries

Designed and developed apparel, accessories, and graphics for premium outdoor and lifestyle brands including Outdoor Research, Prana, Ridge Merino, Reef, EVO, Arbor Collective, Spy Optics, DaKine, Vertra, and Shell Oil. Delivered seasonal product direction and color strategies aligned with brand aesthetic and target markets. Managed vendor communications, cost negotiations, and quality standards. Supported GTM storytelling and trade show presentations, collaborating with sales and marketing teams.

Product Manager & Soft Goods Designer at Billabong International / Sector 9 Skateboards

Created surf and skate lifestyle apparel and accessories, managing design-to-production workflows and ensuring market alignment.