Greta Humphrey
About Greta Humphrey
Greta Humphrey is a Sustainability Analyst at The North Face, a VF Company, with a background in material development and product management in the apparel industry. She focuses on integrating sustainability into product development, drawing from her experiences at various companies and her education in Fashion and Textile Management.
Current Role as Sustainability Analyst
Greta Humphrey currently serves as a Sustainability Analyst at The North Face, a VF Company, since 2023. Based in Salt Lake City, Utah, she focuses on integrating sustainability into product and material development. Her role emphasizes the importance of functionality in both urban and rural environments, aligning with her passion for advancing sustainability in the apparel industry.
Previous Experience at The North Face
Greta worked at The North Face from 2017 to 2019 as a Material Developer in the San Francisco Bay Area. During her two years in this role, she contributed to the development of materials that support the brand's commitment to sustainability and performance in outdoor apparel.
Career Path in Product Management
Greta has extensive experience in product management, having worked at Marine Layer as a Senior Associate - Product Manager from 2020 to 2022. Prior to that, she held the position of Associate - Product and Material Development at the same company from 2019 to 2020. This experience has equipped her with a strong foundation in product development and management within the apparel sector.
Educational Background in Fashion and Textile Management
Greta earned her Bachelor of Science (BS) in Fashion and Textile Management with a focus on Fashion Development and Product Management from North Carolina State University. She studied there from 2013 to 2017, which provided her with a solid academic foundation for her career in the apparel industry. Additionally, she participated in a study abroad program at the London College of Fashion in 2016.
Early Career and Passion for Sustainability
Greta's early career included a design internship at Kohl's Department Stores in 2016 and freelance product development work at Bad Birdie from 2022 to 2023. Her work experiences, combined with her upbringing in the Appalachian Mountains, have fostered her appreciation for the outdoors and the importance of quality apparel performance, driving her commitment to sustainability in the industry.