Emma Jenio
About Emma Jenio
Emma Jenio is a Materials Developer at The North Face, where she has worked since 2019. She specializes in developing fabrics and trims for the Equipment category and collaborates with mill partners and design teams to bring innovative materials to market.
Current Role at The North Face
Emma Jenio serves as a Materials Developer at The North Face, a VF Company, since 2019. Based in Denver, Colorado, she focuses on developing fabrics and trims specifically for the Equipment category. In her role, she collaborates with mill partners to bring innovative materials to market. Emma works closely with product development and design teams to ensure the successful commercialization of new materials.
Previous Experience in Fashion and Materials Development
Prior to her current position, Emma gained valuable experience in the fashion industry. She worked as a Fashion Intern at JLEW Bags for 11 months in a remote capacity from 2016 to 2017. Additionally, she served as a Sourcing and Production Intern at Veronica Beard for 2 months in 2016 in New York City. Emma also held a role as a Materials Coordinator at The North Face from 2018 to 2019 in Alameda, California.
Internship Experience in Materials R&D
Emma has participated in several internships that contributed to her expertise in materials research and development. She worked as a Materials R&D Intern at Patagonia for 3 months in 2017 in Ventura, California. Additionally, she served as a Knitting Laboratory Assistant at North Carolina State University from 2017 to 2018 for 9 months in the Raleigh-Durham area.
Educational Background in Textile Technology
Emma Jenio earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Textile Technology with a focus on Supply Chain Operations from North Carolina State University. She studied there from 2014 to 2018, completing her degree in four years. This educational background has equipped her with the knowledge and skills necessary for her roles in materials development.