MacKenzie Warner

Mackenzie Warner is an accomplished Material Developer at Patagonia, with a focus on Material Operations and Commercialization since April 2022, after previously serving as a Material Operations Technician. Prior experience includes a role as a Research Assistant at California State University San Marcos, where extensive studies on wetsuits, materials, and thermoregulation were conducted from May 2016 to March 2022, collaborating with Hurley International on innovative wetsuit designs. Mackenzie has also worked as a self-employed Performance Surf Coach from 2010 to June 2020, teaching surfing fundamentals to clients of various skill levels, and as an EMT at Pacific Ambulance. Academic qualifications include two master’s degrees from California State University San Marcos and North Carolina State University and a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. Additionally, Mackenzie holds an EMT certification from San Diego Miramar College.