Courtney Hoctor
About Courtney Hoctor
Courtney Hoctor is a Senior Manager of Materials Development at Tapestry, where she has worked since 2021. With over a decade of experience in the fashion industry, she specializes in product development and materials sourcing.
Work at Tapestry
Courtney Hoctor has been serving as the Senior Manager of Materials Development at Tapestry since 2021. In this role, she focuses on product development and materials sourcing, leveraging her extensive experience in the fashion industry. She previously held the same position at Tapestry for a brief period from 2020 to 2021. Based in New York, New York, she contributes to the company's commitment to quality and innovation in materials.
Previous Experience in Fashion Industry
Courtney Hoctor has over a decade of experience in the fashion industry, with a notable focus on product development and materials sourcing. She worked at kate spade new york in various roles, including Manager of Raw Materials and Senior Manager of Raw Materials, from 2018 to 2020. Additionally, she held positions at Marc Jacobs, where she progressed from Accessories Product Development Assistant to Assistant Manager of Product Development for Leather Goods and Fashion Accessories. Her career also includes internships at Conde Nast and Red Light Public Relations.
Education and Expertise
Courtney Hoctor holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the Fashion Institute of Technology, where she studied Fashion Merchandising Management with a minor in Economics. Her education has equipped her with a solid foundation in product development, which she has applied throughout her career. She possesses strong expertise in leather and hardware development, particularly during her tenure at kate spade new york.
Career Progression
Courtney Hoctor's career in the fashion industry began with internships, including a role as a Fashion Editorial Intern at Conde Nast in 2009 and a Public Relations Intern at Red Light Public Relations in 2010. She gained significant experience at Marc Jacobs, where she held various positions from 2011 to 2016, culminating in her role as Assistant Manager of Product Development. Following her time at kate spade new york, she transitioned to Tapestry, where she continues to advance in her field.