Cheryl Yang
About Cheryl Yang
Cheryl Yang is an Advance Designer at Milliken & Company, where she has worked since 2012. With a background in textile design and a focus on sustainability, she has previously held positions at BCBG Max Azria and the Academy of Art University.
Current Role at Milliken & Company
Cheryl Yang has served as an Advance Designer at Milliken & Company since 2012. In this role, she has focused on designing innovative textile solutions, contributing to the company's reputation as a global leader in textiles and specialty chemicals. Her work involves utilizing both digital and traditional crafting techniques to enhance textile design capabilities. Additionally, she has played a significant role in developing sustainable textile designs, aligning with Milliken & Company's commitment to sustainability.
Previous Experience in Textile Design
Before joining Milliken & Company, Cheryl Yang worked as a Textile Designer at BCBG Max Azria from 2009 to 2011. Her experience in this role contributed to her expertise in textile design. Prior to that, she freelanced as a designer for Banana Republic from 2008 to 2009. Her early career also included a marketing internship at W Hotels in 2007, providing her with a diverse background in both design and marketing.
Education and Expertise
Cheryl Yang holds a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Fashion Textile Design from the Academy of Art University, where she studied from 2007 to 2009. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Visual Communication from San Francisco State University, completing her studies from 2000 to 2004. Her educational background has equipped her with strong skills in both digital and traditional crafting techniques, enhancing her capabilities in textile design.
Background in San Francisco Bay Area
Cheryl Yang began her career in the San Francisco Bay Area, where she worked as a Graduate Student at the Academy of Art University from 2007 to 2009. During this time, she gained valuable experience and knowledge in textile design. Her early roles, including her internship at W Hotels and freelance work at Banana Republic, further established her foundation in the design industry before moving to Greater Los Angeles and eventually Shanghai, China.