Lynn Wagner
About Lynn Wagner
Lynn Wagner serves as the Director of R&D - Fabric Innovation at Noble Biomaterials, Inc., where she develops innovative fabrics and wearable technologies for golf apparel. With a background in textile technology and extensive experience in material development, she collaborates with various teams to ensure high-quality product specifications.
Current Role at Noble Biomaterials
Lynn Wagner serves as the Director of R&D - Fabric Innovation at Noble Biomaterials, Inc., a position held since 2015. In this role, she focuses on developing wearable technologies and performance fabrics tailored for golf apparel, including base, mid layers, and outerwear. Wagner partners with the supply chain to ensure that the deliverables meet product specifications. She also establishes internal fabric development process improvements to enhance efficiency and documentation.
Previous Experience at COBRA PUMA GOLF
Prior to her current role, Lynn Wagner worked at COBRA PUMA GOLF as a Senior Material Developer for eight months in 2014 and 2015. During her time in Carlsbad, CA, she collaborated with various teams to ensure high-value deliverables aligned with the company's product specifications. This experience contributed to her expertise in material development within the sports apparel industry.
Experience at ExOfficio
Lynn Wagner was employed at ExOfficio as a Design Materials Specialist from 2012 to 2014. Based in Seattle, WA, she worked for two years in this role, where she was involved in the development of materials for outdoor apparel. This position further enhanced her skills in collaborating with design and product management teams to bring innovative materials to market.
Educational Background in Textile Technology
Lynn Wagner studied at the Fashion Institute of Technology, where she achieved an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Textile Technology from 1982 to 1983. Additionally, she attended the State University of New York College at Buffalo, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Consumer and Family Studies with a specialization in Apparel and Textiles from 1980 to 1984. Her educational background provides a solid foundation for her career in fabric innovation and development.
Collaboration and Supplier Partnerships
In her current role, Lynn Wagner routinely collaborates with fashion design, marketing, production, and product management teams to bring innovative fabrics to market. She focuses on securing respectable supplier partnerships and maintains daily communication regarding color standards, raw material construction, quality, function, and price. This collaborative approach is essential for the successful development of performance fabrics.