Miguel Solorzano, MBA
About Miguel Solorzano, MBA
Miguel Solorzano, MBA, is a Technical Development Manager with extensive experience in garment construction and a proven ability to connect various departments such as Sourcing, Merchandising, Marketing, Design, and Manufacturing. He has held significant roles at companies like Spanx, VF Corporation, and Fruit of the Loom, and currently works at The North Face.
Current Role at The North Face
Miguel Solorzano serves as the Technical Development Manager at The North Face, a subsidiary of VF Corporation, since 2019. In this role, he leverages his extensive experience in garment construction to facilitate collaboration among Sourcing, Merchandising, Marketing, Design, and Manufacturing teams. His focus is on enhancing production processes and driving innovation in manufacturing, contributing to the company's operational efficiency and profitability.
Previous Experience in the Apparel Industry
Prior to his current position, Miguel held several roles at VF Corporation, including Product Development Engineer and Planning Manager, accumulating a total of over 8 years with the company. He also worked as a Costing and Development Engineer at Spanx for one year and spent 8 years at Fruit of the Loom, Inc. as a Senior Manager/Product Development Engineer. His diverse roles have equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the apparel industry.
Educational Background and Certifications
Miguel holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Universidad Tecmilenio, which he completed between 2016 and 2021. He also earned a Bachelor’s degree from Puebla Institute of Technology from 1990 to 1994. In addition, he achieved Green Belt Certification from SigmaPro in 2021, further enhancing his expertise in process improvement and project management.
Skills and Expertise
Miguel possesses strong skills in organizational management, project management, and problem-solving. His expertise extends to production process improvements and manufacturing innovation projects, aimed at achieving higher profitability. He is recognized for his leadership abilities, team-building skills, and strategic planning capabilities, which support his effectiveness in the technical development field.