Carissa Kussmaul
About Carissa Kussmaul
Carissa Kussmaul is a Production Coordinator at Kohl's with a background in graphic textile design and various roles in the fashion and retail industries. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Ohio State University and aims to advance her career in product development, design, or marketing leadership.
Current Role at Kohl's
Carissa Kussmaul currently works as a Production Coordinator at Kohl's. She has been in this role since 2021, based in Menominee Falls, Wisconsin, United States. Her responsibilities likely include overseeing production processes, managing timelines, and coordinating with various departments to ensure smooth operations.
Previous Experience in Graphic Textile Design
Before her current role, Carissa worked as a Graphic Textile Designer at American Textile Industries. She was in this position for 7 months in 2021, based in Dublin, Ohio, United States. In this role, she would have been responsible for creating textile designs, working with fabrics, and possibly coordinating with production teams to execute her designs.
Internships and Early Career
Carissa Kussmaul has held several internships and early career roles. Notably, she worked as a PD Intern for Men’s Contemporary-Knits at Kohl's in 2020, and as a Production Intern at Columbus Apparel Studio from 2019 to 2020. She also gained experience as a Bridal Stylist at David's Bridal in 2019 and as a Wedding Sales and Planning Assistant at Columbus Bride and Groom & Devoted to Details in the same year.
Educational Background
Carissa obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing from Ohio State University, where she studied from 2016 to 2020. Prior to that, she attended Cory-Rawson High School from 2013 to 2016. Her educational background has equipped her with a strong foundation in business, marketing, and market research.
Career Aspirations and Skills
Carissa Kussmaul aims to advance her career towards roles such as product developer, designer, or head of a marketing team. She has developed a diverse skill set that spans design, engineering, business, branding, and market research. This combination of skills positions her well for a variety of roles within the fields she is interested in.