Kara Timpone

About Kara Timpone

Well-rounded, strategic, and innovative Product Development Director with deep expertise in Home Décor, Gifts, Seasonal Décor, and Trend-Driven Product Development. Known for setting long-range product vision, leading creative direction at scale, and translating cultural and consumer insights into differentiated, commercially successful assortments that drive relevance and growth.A trusted leader recognized for guiding and developing creative teams, aligning creative execution with product strategy, and influencing cross-functional partners to deliver cohesive, market-relevant assortments. Brings a big-picture mindset to product portfolios while maintaining disciplined execution to ensure innovation drives both relevance and results.Core expertise includes- Product Vision, Strategy & Long-Range Planning- Trend Forecasting, Cultural Insight & Competitive Analysis- Creative Direction & Product-Led Design Vision- Leadership, Mentorship & Development of Creative Teams- Art Direction Across Multi-Category Product Lines- Cross-Functional Influence & Process Leadership- End-to-End Product Development (Concept Through Launch)- Market-Relevant Innovation in Home & Gift

Experience

1. Director of Product Development

   Horizon Group USA

   Mar 2024 — Present

Education

• Fashion Institute of Technology

  Pre-College Courses, Artistry of Accessory Design

  2005 — 2006

• Miami International University of Art and Design

  Associate of Arts (A.A.), Accessory Design

  2007 — 2009

Skills

• Trend
• Marketing
• Styling
• Microsoft Excel
• Trend Analysis
• Customer Service
• Press Releases
• Retail
• Advertising
• Visual Merchandising
• Apparel
• Product Development
• Textiles
• Fashion
• Management
• Photography
• Merchandising
• Social Media
• E-Commerce
• Logistics
• Wholesale
• Blogging