Annie Kaufman

Annie Kaufman is an accomplished fashion professional with extensive experience in design, patternmaking, and education. Currently serving as the Studio Manager at RefugeeOne since January 2019, Kaufman manages the sewing program, teaches advanced sewing classes, and coordinates production. As the owner and designer of Annie the K. Plus Fashions since April 2012, Kaufman specializes in design, patternmaking, and technical construction. Previous roles include Head CAD Patternmaker at Flax and various instructor positions at Stevenson University, where Kaufman taught advanced and core patternmaking classes. With a Master's degree in Fashion/Apparel Design from Drexel University and a Bachelor's degree in History from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Kaufman has also worked in technical roles across several companies, particularly in establishing product development and fit specifications.