Jeannine Scimeme

Jeannine Scimeme is a seasoned professional in product development and design, currently serving as the Product Development Manager for Footwear and Accessories at Cato Corporation since August 2021. With extensive experience spanning over two decades, Jeannine held the position of President and Creative Director at SCIMEME LLC from June 2010 to August 2021, focusing on sustainable and ethical product development for various clients in the fashion and beauty industries. Jeannine's academic contributions as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the Fashion Institute of Technology from September 2006 to June 2021 involved teaching various aspects of accessory design and sustainable materials. Previous roles include Director of New Business Development at Jaclyn Bonnie International, Executive Director of Accessories at Wathne Ltd, and Executive Director of Accessories at Albea, where work involved custom design and collaboration with prestigious brands. Jeannine holds two Associate of Arts and Sciences degrees in Footwear and Accessory Design and Fashion/Apparel Design from the Fashion Institute of Technology.