Heather Treadway

Heather Treadway is an accomplished apparel designer with extensive experience in the fashion industry, currently serving as an Apparel Designer II at Columbia Sportswear Company since May 2019. In this role, Heather specializes in women's and youth performance apparel while previously designing men's outerwear and fishing apparel. A background as a Technical Designer involved creating detailed technical illustrations and a strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator. Heather's entrepreneurial spirit is reflected in founding and managing an independent design business, alongside roles as a Tailor and Styling Assistant and Costume Designer. Education includes a BA in Cultural Studies from The Evergreen State College, enhancing Heather's creative and design capabilities. Skills encompass exceptional sewing ability, strong visual design skills, and effective communication within diverse teams.