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I’m Annesia Allie, a global materials, sourcing, and production leader with 20+ years creating scalable fabric programs and supply chain strategies for luxury and contemporary fashion. I translate design direction into resilient raw-material development across leathers, wovens, knits, novelty fabrics, trims, and hardware—building strong mill partnerships and negotiating with vendors to balance quality, cost, and sustainability.
Throughout my career, including roles at Ralph Lauren, Kate Spade, Zac Posen, Tommy Hilfiger, BCBG Max Azria, and Badgley Mischka, I’ve led end-to-end development from concept through bulk production. I’ve also founded my own materials and sourcing consultancy, supporting brands with custom fabric collaborations, rigorous testing and QC standards, and sourcing pipelines across Europe, Asia, and the U.S.—always with a focus on responsible materials and production readiness.
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Work Experience
Head of US Development – Materials & Production (Freelance) at GMS+
January 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025Managed fabric sourcing pipelines across international mills and suppliers for global production programs. Ensured fabric quality, testing standards, and vendor compliance; coordinated cross-regional product development timelines and supported production readiness and cost targets.
Head of US Development at GMS+
January 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025Led U.S. development operations, managing sourcing and production partnerships. Collaborated across international teams to align product development with brand standards and market timelines.
Production Director – Materials & Vendor Management (Freelance) at Torn By Ronny Kobo + Badgley Mischka
November 1, 2024 - January 31, 2025Directed fabric procurement and production coordination for luxury RTW collections across both brands. Led material approvals, testing protocols, QC standards, and vendor compliance while optimizing supply chain performance and production timelines.
Production Director at Torn By Ronny Kobo + Badgley Mischka
November 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025Directed production strategy and execution for two luxury brands. Oversaw vendor management, quality control, and supply chain efficiency across categories.
Sourcing & Product Development Consultant (Freelance) at Danerys New York
May 1, 2024 - January 31, 2025Built global fabric sourcing strategy across specialty mills and vendors for luxury garment production. Developed detailed material specifications and implemented responsible sourcing and cost optimization initiatives.
Creative Consultant – Sourcing + Product Development + Production at Danerys New York
May 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025Delivered full-spectrum consulting in sourcing, product development, and production. Built sustainable supply chain solutions and collaborated with design teams to deliver market-ready collections.
Chief Creative Officer (CCO) at VKTORI
April 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025Spearheaded development of a neurodivergence-inspired fashion label, overseeing creative direction, product development, and brand strategy from inception to launch.
Director of Materials R&D + Sourcing at BCBG Max Azria (The Levy Group)
August 1, 2023 - February 29, 2024Directed end-to-end fabric development programs across multiple brand divisions from concept through bulk production. Established mill partnerships and performance standards; built a materials library and sourcing database. Advanced sustainability initiatives through responsible fiber/material innovation in partnership with design and merchandising to deliver cost-effective solutions.
Director of Materials R&D; + Sourcing at BCBG Max Azria (The Levy Group)
August 1, 2023 - February 1, 2024Oversaw end-to-end materials development for multiple divisions. Championed sustainability initiatives, established mill/vendor standards, and partnered with design teams to deliver innovation and cost-effective solutions. Mentored teams and developed a comprehensive materials library.
Sustainability Specialist at Parsons Paris Fashion & Luxury Online Courses
August 1, 2022 - November 1, 2022Designed and taught sustainability-focused courses for global students in luxury and fashion programs. Integrated sourcing and supply chain knowledge with design practices.
Materials & Product Development Consultant (Freelance) at Jordan Brand (Nike)
October 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022Defined sourcing strategies for premium materials and managed mill negotiations and vendor development. Optimized fabric development processes focused on innovation and performance for premium production programs.
Product Development + Technical Design at Jordan (Nike, Freelance)
October 1, 2021 - March 1, 2022Advised on luxury apparel production strategy for Jordan. Defined sourcing strategies, managed vendor negotiations, and optimized fabric development processes with focus on innovation.
Founder + Materials & Sourcing Consultant at Annesia Allie New York
January 1, 2015 - PresentBuilt and managed international mill partnerships across Europe, Asia, and the U.S. for woven, knit, novelty, and sustainable textiles. Developed custom fabric programs and exclusive mill collaborations; implemented responsible sourcing strategies using recycled, regenerative, and responsible fiber systems. Established vendor standards, negotiated costs, and built sourcing pipelines for multiple fashion brands while supporting development and production lifecycles.
Founder + Creative Director at Annesia Allie New York
January 1, 2015 - PresentFounded and designed the Annesia Allie New York collection; Led creative direction, design, product development, and production. Built sustainable sourcing and vendor partnerships to align with luxury and contemporary markets. Consulted for leading global brands.
Senior Manager – Materials & Sourcing (All Divisions) at Tommy Hilfiger
June 1, 2013 - September 30, 2014Directed materials sourcing strategy across apparel, handbags, and accessories divisions. Reduced lead times and improved vendor collaboration; introduced fabric innovation programs supporting brand growth.
Sr. Manager of Materials + Sourcing – All Divisions at Tommy Hilfiger
June 1, 2013 - September 1, 2014Directed materials sourcing for all divisions; developed resilient supply chain strategies to reduce lead times, enhance vendor collaboration, and strengthen product innovation across categories.
Director of Materials + Color + Concept at Zac Posen
June 1, 2011 - September 30, 2012Led textile sourcing and development across runway and accessories; managed relationships with specialty mills and luxury fabric suppliers. Established vendor scorecards and performance standards; coordinated fabric innovation with seasonal trend direction.
Director of Materials + Color, Concept, Trend at Zac Posen
June 1, 2011 - September 1, 2012Led materials development and sourcing for multiple categories including runway and accessories. Established vendor scorecards and streamlined processes to support innovation.
Senior Materials Manager – Sourcing & Product Development at Kate Spade New York
February 1, 2009 - June 30, 2011Oversaw materials sourcing and procurement across handbag and apparel categories including leather, coated fabrics, trims, and hardware. Implemented responsible sourcing initiatives and collaborated cross-functionally with design, production, and merchandising.
Senior Materials Manager, Sourcing, Production, Product Development at Kate Spade New York
February 1, 2009 - June 1, 2011Oversaw sourcing, development, and procurement strategies. Implemented sustainable sourcing initiatives, optimized raw material use, and drove cross-functional collaboration across design, production, and supply chain.
Senior Materials Development Manager at Ralph Lauren
October 1, 2006 - February 1, 2009Directed sourcing and trend development for Ralph Lauren Blue Label. Negotiated with mills, refined global sourcing strategies, and ensured premium product delivery aligned with brand standards.
Fabric Production Manager at Elie Tahari
January 1, 2003 - August 1, 2006Managed sourcing and development of woven and knit fabrics. Established supplier performance metrics, optimized vendor relations, and achieved cost savings while maintaining luxury quality.
Materials Associate at Ralph Lauren
November 1, 2001 - January 1, 2003Supported sourcing and materials development. Assisted with vendor relations, tracking fabric approvals, and contributing to production efficiency improvements.
Education
B.A. Marketing at Hofstra University
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026A.A. Fashion & Merchandising at Parsons School of Design
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026B.A. Marketing at Hofstra University
January 11, 2030 - September 27, 2026A.A. Fashion & Merchandising at Parsons School of Design
January 11, 2030 - September 27, 2026Qualifications
Artificial Creativity
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026Fashion Systems
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026Fashion Retail Transformation
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026Digital Fashion Reality
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026Psychological First Aid
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026Introduction to Psychology
January 11, 2030 - March 6, 2026Artificial Creativity
January 11, 2030 - September 27, 2026Fashion Systems
January 11, 2030 - September 27, 2026Fashion Retail Transformation
January 11, 2030 - September 27, 2026Digital Fashion Reality
January 11, 2030 - September 27, 2026Psychological First Aid (Johns Hopkins)
January 11, 2030 - September 27, 2026Introduction to Psychology (Yale)
January 11, 2030 - September 27, 2026Industry Experience
Retail, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services
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