Wendy Hanson
About Wendy Hanson
Wendy Hanson serves as the Senior Design Director of Product and Raw Material Innovation at Spanx, where she has worked since 2020. With a background in technical design and innovation, she has held various roles at Spanx and other fashion companies, contributing to product development and vendor relationships.
Current Role at Spanx
Wendy Hanson serves as the Senior Design Director of Product and Raw Material Innovation at Spanx. She has held this position since 2020, contributing to the company's focus on innovative product development and material sourcing. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the design and innovation processes, ensuring that Spanx remains at the forefront of the apparel industry.
Previous Experience at Spanx
Wendy Hanson has extensive experience at Spanx, having worked in various capacities since 2009. She served as a Designer from 2009 to 2012, then transitioned to Senior Technical Design Manager for a year in 2012. Following this, she held the position of Director of Product and Raw Material Innovation from 2013 to 2016, and then became Senior Director of Innovation and Technical Design until 2020. Her roles have significantly influenced the company's product development strategies.
Educational Background
Wendy Hanson studied Fine and Studio Arts at the University of Georgia - Franklin College of Arts and Sciences from 1995 to 1997. She later pursued a Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design and Marketing at American InterContinental University London from 2003 to 2004. Her educational background has provided her with a strong foundation in both artistic and technical aspects of design.
Professional Experience in Fashion Design
Before her tenure at Spanx, Wendy Hanson gained valuable experience in the fashion industry. She worked as an Assistant Patternmaker at Vivienne Westwood in London from 2004 to 2005 and as a Senior Patternmaker at Tibi New York from 2006 to 2009. Additionally, she freelanced as a Patternmaker for Urban Zen by Donna Karan in 2007. These roles contributed to her expertise in patternmaking and technical design.
Contributions to Product Innovation
Wendy Hanson has made significant contributions to product innovation at Spanx. She introduced a new vendor base for specialty polymer, fiber, and fabric development, enhancing the company's material offerings. She has also co-authored 'Made By Hand' with Lena Corwin and has multiple utility and design patents pending, reflecting her commitment to advancing design and innovation in the fashion industry.