I'm Mike Meikleham, a designer and consultant based in Manchester. I bring over eight years of experience in fast-paced fashion environments, from global corporations to ambitious startups, with a focus on solving design and production challenges that drive commercial results. I thrive on turning concepts into market-ready products and building strong brands through thoughtful design systems. As founder of Meiks Agency and co-founder of Creo Studios, I lead concept creation, product design, and supply chain coordination, collaborating with teams and suppliers to translate ideas into successful outcomes. I value teamwork, reliability, and delivering outstanding work on time, every time.

Mike Meikleham

I'm Mike Meikleham, a designer and consultant based in Manchester. I bring over eight years of experience in fast-paced fashion environments, from global corporations to ambitious startups, with a focus on solving design and production challenges that drive commercial results. I thrive on turning concepts into market-ready products and building strong brands through thoughtful design systems. As founder of Meiks Agency and co-founder of Creo Studios, I lead concept creation, product design, and supply chain coordination, collaborating with teams and suppliers to translate ideas into successful outcomes. I value teamwork, reliability, and delivering outstanding work on time, every time.

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I’m Mike Meikleham, a designer and consultant based in Manchester. I bring over eight years of experience in fast-paced fashion environments, from global corporations to ambitious startups, with a focus on solving design and production challenges that drive commercial results. I thrive on turning concepts into market-ready products and building strong brands through thoughtful design systems.

As founder of Meiks Agency and co-founder of Creo Studios, I lead concept creation, product design, and supply chain coordination, collaborating with teams and suppliers to translate ideas into successful outcomes. I value teamwork, reliability, and delivering outstanding work on time, every time.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Creative Director at Seven Layer
June 1, 2022 - July 1, 2023
Led creative direction across fashion and product design projects; oversaw concept development, design execution, and production coordination for client campaigns.
Guest Speaker at University of Salford
October 1, 2022 - Present
Delivered guest lectures on design processes, industry trends, and career guidance; engaged with students in fashion and design disciplines.
Founder at Meiks Agency
May 1, 2017 - Present
Founder of Meiks Agency, providing design consultancy across branding, product design, and supply chain collaboration to fashion brands and startups.
Senior Designer at Manière De Voir
December 1, 2021 - June 1, 2022
Senior designer contributing to product development, technical design, and fit analysis; collaborated with production and supply chain to deliver collections.
Co-Founder at Creo Studios
January 1, 2018 - Present
Co-founded Creo Studios, driving design direction and strategic partnerships within creative projects.
Technical Menswear Designer at Daily Paper
May 1, 2019 - December 1, 2021
Technical designer for menswear, overseeing garment construction, size specs, and production handoffs; collaborated with design team to translate concepts into technical packs.
Footwear Developer at New Balance
June 1, 2016 - October 1, 2016
Footwear development, aligned product specs with manufacturing, collaborated on materials and prototypes.
Footwear Developer at Puma
June 1, 2015 - June 1, 2016
Footwear development, concept to proto, cross-functional collaboration with design, product, and manufacturing teams in Herzogenaurach, Germany.

Education

Certificate in Supply Chain Management at MIT
September 1, 2020 - December 1, 2020
Bachelor's in Sports Engineering at Loughborough University
October 1, 2013 - June 1, 2017

Qualifications

Certificate in Supply Chain Management (MIT)
September 1, 2020 - December 1, 2020

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education