Rachel Metcalf

Rachel Metcalf has a diverse work experience in the apparel and outdoor industry. Rachel currently serves as the Managing Director of Performance Division at Fownes Brothers & Co., Inc. Prior to this role, they worked at Mountain Hardwear and The North Face in product development and construction development roles. Rachel also has experience as a Softgoods Developer at Specialized Bicycle Components. Rachel'searlier experience includes positions at Black Diamond Equipment, where they were the sole developer for product launches, and design internships at Armani Exchange and 7 For All Mankind. Rachel's career began as a Collaborative Designer and Tailor at Moi-Même Attire and as a Personal Assistant to a designer at Loris Diran.

Rachel Metcalf attended the Fashion Institute of Technology from 2007 to 2011, where they obtained a BFA in Women's Fashion Design. In 2008 and 2009, they also participated in a one-year study abroad program at Polimoda, earning an AAS degree. Additionally, Rachel attended the Natural Gourmet Institute for Health and Culinary Arts, though the specific dates of their enrollment and completion of their Culinary Arts Diploma are unknown.