Byer California was where I built a strong foundation in apparel product development and design during my nearly three years with the company in San Francisco. Beginning as a Product Developer for Junior Sportswear, I advanced to Team Lead, overseeing woven tops and junior suiting while partnering closely with design, production, and manufacturing teams. I later transitioned into an Associate Designer role for Women’s/Missy Sportswear, managing trend research, fabric and trim sourcing, sample development, and market preparation. Working within Byer’s vertically integrated environment provided invaluable experience in bringing products from concept to production and helped shape my approach to product development and design.