Wayne Buchen

Wayne Buchen has a broad range of experience in the global sourcing and operations field. Wayne has held various leadership roles in well-known companies such as Applied DNA Sciences, Lacoste, Li & Fung, Under Armour, VF Corporation, Nautica, and LIZ CLAIBORNE. At Applied DNA Sciences, they served as the VP of Strategic Sales and was responsible for developing a global strategic vision for existing and new businesses, with a focus on textile penetration and innovative business solutions. Prior to that, they were the Senior VP of Global Sourcing/Operations at Lacoste and the VP of Sourcing/Kids Head Quarters at Li & Fung. Wayne also held leadership roles at Under Armour, VF Corporation, Nautica, and LIZ CLAIBORNE.

Wayne Buchen attended Quinnipiac University from 1981 to 1985. During this time, they pursued a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a focus on Import/Export and Marketing.