Tom B.

Tom B. is a seasoned professional in the apparel industry with extensive experience in materials management and product development. Tom B. currently serves as Global Senior Manager for Materials Apparel at The North Face, a role held since November 2023, and previously held similar leadership positions focused on materials in sportswear and collaborations. Prior to this, Tom B. spent over five years at Nike, where responsibilities included managing global material development for accessories and leading textile development for the Jordan Brand and NBA. Tom B. also contributed to Fox Racing as a Senior Innovation Product Developer and Senior Performance Product Developer from 2013 to 2017, while earlier roles included product development positions at UGG, The Territory Ahead, and Big Dog Sportswear. Tom B. holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from California State University, Stanislaus, obtained in 2003.