Jim Gardner
President @Thoughtful Design Group
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WORK HISTORY
President @Thoughtful Design Group
Toronto, ON, CA
We build apparel brands by creating a bespoke path through Thoughtful
EDUCATION
University of Toronto - University of St. Michael's College
BA
SKILLS
ABOUT JIM GARDNER
Scampering across campus between classes and football practice, I vividly recall delivering custom clothing orders to on-campus clubs, teams and sororities. Never in my wildest dreams did I envision a career based in the apparel industry. Looking back at my 25+ years of experience, in managing departments (design, product development, branding, licensing, sales, marketing and production)- I enjoy the people business MOST. I love collaborating with good people and finding solutions and executing on them when faced with challenges. My entrepreneurial career in the apparel industry has shaped my ability to face and solve challenges. Just when you think your process is fine-tuned and your risks have been reduced with redundancy and planning - Bam! the most unlikely issues that you did not see coming throw you off your feet. For me, Character is defined when hope is bleak, the world is crashing down from the issue de jour. How do YOU respond? I work best in a positive, collaborative environment with shared objectives and clear expectations. Let\'s make positive change happen!
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