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Ryan Sweeney - Technical Apparel & Product Design | Development | Brand Management | Strategy
Ryan Sweeney
San Diego, CA
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Motorcycle - Bicycle - Action sports - Adventure - Outdoors - Defense - Fashion
Where untethered imagination meets real world operations strategy in taking products to market efficiently and effectively. My background, rooted in Industrial design, includes positions with industry leading brands, start-ups and entrepreneurial ventures. I embrace a full scope approach from napkin sketch to design, development, marketing and international supply chain management. Data driven market research, product planning and brand management pave the way for innovative customer solutions that sell. Integrity, leadership, discovery, and passion are my foundation to tackling whatever challenges lie around the next corner. Opportunities for success are abundant with a well developed, clear vision and a commitment to see it through. -
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Bachelor of Science degree Industrial DesignUniversity of the Arts1998 - 2001Program was rated #3 in the nation at the time.
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ConsultantINDEPENDENT CONTRACTORSan Diego, CAJan 2008 - Present (16 years 10 months)Product Design & Development, Graphic Design, Custom Art, Product Planning, Brand Identity, Marketing, Supply Chain sourcing and management, Importing and more
- Facilitated the launch of 6 start-ups (1 of which was featured on Shark Tank).
- Drive market research, identify price points, develop budget and create product line plans.
- Design brand identity, products, trade show exhibits and marketing collateral.
- Sourced and managed international and domestic suppliers. -
FAIRCHILD SPORTSTustin, CA(Apparel Design/Fulfillment Agency)
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Senior Laser Engraving Engineer & New Product DevelopmentGLOCKSTORESan Diego, CADec 2015 - Apr 2022 (6 years 4 months)- Create custom and production graphics and laser engrave them on metal parts.
- Increased efficiency and output of laser engraving department by 600% within 6 months.
- Manage product development process with international & domestic suppliers. -
Founder, PrincipalSan Diego, CAMar 2015 - Nov 2019 (4 years 8 months)- Created business plan and secured funding
- Launched and operated a Spearfishing, Fishing & Coastal Cruise boat charter business.
- USCG Licensed boat captain & maker of client offshore adventure dreams come true.
- Created brand identity (graphic design, website, online booking system, marketing & advertising).
- Lead a team of 2 full time and up to 4 part time captains, deckhands, film crew and collaborators. -
Document Control Associate: Medical Device/SpineNUVASIVE INC.San Diego, CAFeb 2012 - Aug 2014 (2 years 6 months)- Managed corporate records and documents in compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.
- Facilitated content support during 3rd party audits.
- Created procedures focused on department efficiencies and interoffice communication. -
Founder/PrincipalPRECISION DIVE PRODUCTSSan Diego, CAApr 2009 - Dec 2012 (3 years 8 months)- Conceptualized and designed a line of spearfishing apparel that addressed gaps in the market.
- Created technical artwork & managed product development via international and domestic manufacturers.
- Managed importing process of sporting goods and apparel.
- Built website and online store.
- Designed, developed and managed nationwide distribution channels & retail network -
Technical Racewear Developer(SIX-SIX-ONE Bicycle, ONE Industries Motocross)San Diego, CASep 2010 - Jul 2011 (10 months)- Researched relevant market trends, price points, materials and manufacturing processes.
- Created and managed seasonal line plans.
- Lead collaboration between design team, factories, sales and marketing departments.
- Grew annual product line and increased sell through by expanding upon successful design trends. -
Product Development Engineer: (Waterproof Headphones Wearable Technology)H2O AUDIO Inc.San Diego, CAAug 2008 - Mar 2009 (7 months)- Launched a new "soft goods" category, allowing more flexibility, reduced cost and faster time to market.
- Lead competitive market research and introduced new manufacturing processes to H2O Audio.
- Created and managed seasonal line plans.
- Conceptualized new product categories, prepared tech packs, managed sampling process and production. -
Product Developer: (Thor MX, ICON Motorsports, Slippery Jet Ski Apparel, Z1R Helmets)PARTS UNLIMITEDEl Cajon, CAJun 2004 - Oct 2006 (2 years 4 months)- Initiated and managed seasonal line-plans and new product ideas in collaboration with the design and marketing teams.
- Facilitated 40-60 on-time, on-target projects per season in collaboration with designers and international suppliers.
- Traveled to international factories for product development and price negotiations.
- Innovated product categories that lead to company growth during an industry down turn.
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