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ABOUT
I’m a driven project manager with a knack for turning ideas into reality! With a experience in consumer goods, I thrive on uniting teams, managing details, and delivering projects to the finish line.
SKILLS & EXPERTISE
Languages:
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English - Native
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Vietnamese - Working Proficiency
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Programs:
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Adobe Illustrator
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MS Office
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Experience:
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Leadership and team
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Project planning and scheduling
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Effective communication
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Risk assessment and mitigation
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Budget management
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Problem-solving skills
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Stakeholder engagement
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Adaptability to change ​
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KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
Speaker Panel - "On Being Asian American"
YETI Coolers AAPI Affinity Group / DEI
May 2021 – Austin, TX
YETI AAPI Council Chair
Yeti Coolers AAPI Affinity Group / DEI
December 2022 – Austin, TX
State Record, Deadlift
United States Powerlifting Assoc.
2019 – Minneapolis, MN
WORK EXPERIENCE
PATAGONIA| VENTURA, CA
SENIOR PRODUCT DEVELOPER | August 2023 – Present
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DUCK CAMP | Austin, TX
SENIOR PRODUCT DEVELOPER | January 2022 – July 2023
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Functioned as both developer and project manager, independently determining calendars, tracking progress, and coordinating all aspects of development, testing, and production.
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Partnered with the Product Manager to align business strategy while taking the lead on execution, scheduling, and risk management.
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Standardized QA documentation for materials, trims, and packaging, streamlining workflows and generating $15K in annual cost savings.
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Mentored and guided an associate developer, overseeing fit sessions, grading reviews, and workflow training to build capability and support professional growth.
YETI COOLERS | Austin, TX
SOFT GOODS DEVELOPER | January 2020– January 2022
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​Managed end-to-end product development projects for the Crossroads collection, overseeing design, sourcing, and production to successfully launch 40L and 60L duffels on time and to market standards.
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Led cross-functional innovation initiatives, coordinating industrial designers, mechanical engineers, and product teams to deliver the next generation of coolers and packs.
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Conducted risk assessments and product failure analyses (DFMEA), partnering with engineering to design improved validation and testing protocols that enhanced product reliability.
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Developed and implemented standardized technical documentation (fit guides, grading systems, size charts, and specification packets) to streamline workflows, improve communication, and reduce production errors.
SOFTLINE BRAND PARTNERS | Minneapolis, MN
LEAD PRODUCT PROJECT MANAGER
& PRODUCT DEVELOPER | July 2018 – December 2019
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Developed and managed project timelines, budgets, and deliverables, coordinating with design, sourcing, and operations teams to align milestones and drive on-time, on-budget launches.
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Managed financial planning for product lines, reinforcing profit margins through accurate labor time calculations, costed BOMs, and data-driven cost control.
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Directed the creation of 200+ technical specification packets for leather goods and accessories, serving as the key point of accountability for accuracy, manufacturability, and compliance.
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Championed process improvements and technology adoption, streamlining workflows across product development and production while strengthening vendor and stakeholder collaboration.
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PROJECT MANAGER | August 2017 – July 2018
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Managed the end-to-end lifecycle of a subsidiary brand — from market research and product strategy to sourcing, production, and account management — scaling the business to $1M in its first year.
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Oversaw production schedules, monitored timelines, and mitigated risks to ensure on-time delivery and compliance with quality standards.
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Partnered cross-functionally across design, merchandising, and operations to align stakeholders, manage project milestones, and deliver successful launches.
CLOTHIER DESIGN SOURCE | SouthSt. Paul, MN
LEAD PATTERNMAKER | JAN 2017 - JUL 2017
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Managed the end-to-end development of 150+ garments for women, men, and children, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery using Optitex.
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Oversaw product development across categories including activewear, dancewear, and medical apparel, coordinating design revisions and prototype approvals.
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Led garment fit sessions, translating feedback into actionable pattern adjustments to improve product performance and quality.
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Mentored and trained new Patternmakers, accelerating onboarding and building team capability within the first year.
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ASSOCIATE PATTERNMAKER | August 2016 – January 2017
EDUCATION
University of Wisconsin - Stout
Bachelor's Degree in Apparel Design & Development
Menomonie, Wisconsin
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University of Wisconsin - Stout
Minor, Business Administration
Menomonie, Wisconsin
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