Judy Koepsel
About Judy Koepsel
Judy Koepsel is an Apparel Technical Design Manager at Kohl's with extensive experience in technical design, particularly in adaptive and children's apparel.
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Judy Koepsel is the Apparel Technical Design Manager at Kohl's in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, where she has been working since 2018. She has a long history of working in technical design, contributing to various well-known brands throughout her career.
Current Role at Kohl's
Judy Koepsel currently works at Kohl's as the Apparel Technical Design Manager. In this role, she oversees the technical design aspects, ensuring that apparel meets both aesthetic and functional standards. Since 2018, she has been based in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin.
Previous Experience
Judy Koepsel has an extensive background in technical design. She was a Technical Designer at Kohl's from 2011 to 2018, specializing in sweaters, activewear, knits, and wovens. Before that, she worked as a Technical Designer at Talbots from 2009 to 2011 in New York, NY. She also held roles as Senior Technical Designer at Gap Inc. from 2006 to 2008 and at H Hilfiger focusing on men's and women's knits and sweaters from 2005 to 2006.
Industry Expertise
Judy Koepsel has expertise in managing technical design for adaptive apparel, focusing on inclusivity and accessibility. She has been instrumental in developing technical design strategies for children's apparel, covering a wide age range from 0 to 20 years. Additionally, she has specialized skills in handling diverse fabric types, such as knits and wovens, essential for both adaptive and kids' apparel.
Educational Background
Judy Koepsel studied at the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM), where she earned an Associate of Arts (AA) degree in Fashion/Apparel Design, Patternmaking, and Manufacturing. She attended FIDM from 1996 to 1998.