Kim Stanford

Kim Stanford is an experienced professional in the apparel industry, currently serving as Technical Design Manager and Director of Technical Design at Outdoor Research since February 2017. Prior to this role, Kim held positions at REI as Manager of Apparel Development and Lead Developer from October 2012 to February 2016, and at Eddie Bauer Holdings as Senior Manager of Technical Design for Outerwear and Active Gear from April 2005 to October 2012. Kim's career began as Pattern Department Manager at Helly Hansen from 2001 to 2005. Kim holds an Associate of Arts degree in Apparel Design and Services from Seattle Central College, completed between 1977 and 1979. Key skills include leadership, team management, project management, sizing and fit expertise, as well as adaptability and change management.