D. Christopher Howe

D. Christopher Howe has a diverse and extensive work history in various design and leadership roles. D. Christopher is currently serving as a Design Principal at Adrenaline since June 2021. Prior to that, they held the position of SVP of Retail Experience Design at Adrenaline, LLC starting from January 2014.

In 2010, Howe established their own company, Design Iterative*, where they served as Principal. During this time, they developed a collaborative relationship with Adrenaline and built Design Iterative* into a successful multi-million dollar company. Their role involved connecting front-end strategy and design with back-end production and implementation, as well as creating a product line and web destination for service retailers. This venture lasted from 2010 to 2013.

Before starting their own company, Howe held multiple positions at Brand Partners from 1999 to 2008. D. Christopher was the Director of Product Design and Studio Director during this period. D. Christopher then joined Willey Brothers in 1999 as a Senior Designer and Team Leader.

Earlier in their career, Howe worked as a Corporate Designer at Syratech International (Farberware & Melenco) from 1996 to 1998. D. Christopher also had an internship experience at New Balance & Randolph Engineering in the same year.

Overall, D. Christopher Howe has a wealth of experience in design, leadership, and business development, with a strong focus on retail experience design.

D. Christopher Howe began their education at the University of Maine in 1991, where they studied Mechanical Engineering until 1993. Following this, they attended Kendall College of Art and Design from 1993 to 1994, focusing on Illustration. Lastly, Howe pursued Industrial Design at the Massachusetts College of Art and Design from 1994 to 1996. No specific degrees were mentioned in their education history.