Andrea Updike

Andrea Updike is an accomplished designer and buyer with extensive experience in product development, having worked at Downeast Home & Clothing since March 2019. Prior to this role, Andrea served as Creative Director at Agnes & Dora from November 2016 to February 2019, during which time responsibilities included merchandising, design, and production. Andrea's entrepreneurial spirit led to the founding of & APPAREL, where services as owner and designer were provided from April 2014 to January 2018. Earlier in the career at Downeast Home & Clothing, positions included Director of Product Development, IT/Communications/Operations Manager, and Store Manager between 1997 and 2014. Andrea holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Textiles & Merchandising from the University of Wyoming, completed in 2000.