Associate Product Development Workshop | Madison, WI
February 12th 2025 / Madison, WIAssociate Product Development Workshop
Address:
Hotel Indigo Madison Downtown
901 E Washington Ave,
Madison, WI 53703,
United States
Meet the Consultants
Jeni Donovan
Senior ConsultantJeni Donovan is the newest member of the Alvanon consulting team. Jeni has worked in product development for 25+ years and has led teams of Technical Designers, Color and Fabric Developers, and Quality Specialists. This coupled with experience across lifestyle, workwear, and uniform brands she understands the intricate interplay of fit, construction, manufacturing, and quality. Grounded in a foundation of process and continuity, Jeni integrates innovation to navigate the dynamic product development landscape.
Elizabeth Maginot
Technical Consultant, Blocks & Grading, AlvanonElizabeth “Liz” Maginot brings over a decade of experience in Product Development to her role at Alvanon. She combines her in-depth knowledge of 3D software with hands-on industry experience to deliver tailored solutions in fit, sizing, and standardization for clients worldwide. Liz’s expertise in Digital Product Creation, Technical Design, Pattern Making, Fitting, and Grading allows her to connect with clients on a practical level, addressing their unique needs with customized solutions. Her creativity, tact, and passion for helping others drive her success in integrating 3D tools into product development processes.
Mary Johnson
ConsultantMary has worked most of her 25+ year career in Technical Design. Most recently, she held a role as a business process management professional who thrives in a product development group as a retail project manager. She has collaborated with cross-functional and global teams by implementing innovative process improvement initiatives for apparel product development through change management.
Feb 12 (Day 1) and Feb 13 (Day 2) | AGENDA
Associate Product Development Workshop
Join us for a skill-building workshop designed for developing professionals. This workshop is tailored for associate and assistant-level Tech Designers, Designers, and Apparel Product Developers.
Led by Alvanon’s global consulting team, renowned for their extensive experience across multiple facets of technical product development. The content will focus on Fit Basics, the Concept of Blocks, Effective Garment Evaluation, Roles and Responsibilities, and Optimal Technical Communication.
This collaborative session offers invaluable opportunities to network and learn with industry peers.
Executing consistent fit in product development requires a structured approach to ensure outcomes meet the desired standards and objectives. Gain insights into achieving consistency through the use of leveraging recognized fit tools and techniques. In this workshop, we will also focus on enhancing essential soft skills like communication, teamwork, and problem-solving, which are crucial for fostering productive partnerships. Walk away with the knowledge of how you will positively impact the product development cycle.
Alvanon will conduct a 3-part event over 2 days in Madison, WI. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your team’s skills and broaden their industry perspective.
1:30 pm
February 12th 2025
FUNDAMENTALS FOR SUCCESS
Topics Include:
- Apparel Fit Basics
- Establishing Good Habits
- Standard Tools
- Elements of Blocks
- Fit Consistency
- Authentic Digital Garment
9:00 am
February 13th 2025
FUNDAMENTALS IN PRACTICE
Topics Include:
- Effective Garment Evaluation
- Leveraging Physical and Virtual Samples
- Fit Session Preparation
- Utilizing Critical Thinking in Problem Solving
- How to Handle Fit Feedback
- 3D Applications
1:30 pm
February 13th 2025
FUNDAMENTALS FOR COLLABORATION
Topics Include:
- Roles and Responsibilities
- Communication to Build Trust
- Building Productive Cross-functional Relationships
- Establish Effective Partnerships with Suppliers
- Application of Learnings
