Joanne Jorgensen is a leading figure in sustainable fashion and footwear design, and is renowned for her innovative approach to ethical design and leadership in the industry. She is the Founder of TeamGlue, a company that focuses on eco-conscious product development and responsible sourcing, and now also dedictes her time to public speaking engagements, reminiscing on her incredible career, and explaining how she has shaped the world of sustainable fashion, as well as touching on how to be an inspirational leader.
Joanne’s impressive career has seen her spearhead Nike’s revolutionary Flyknit technology. From 2015 to 2024, Joanne led Nike’s Footwear Materials Design studio, this is where she focused on Flyknit technology for performance footwear. She also served as the Knit Design Director at Nike’s Textile Design and Innovation Studio, bringing her knitwear expertise to the forefront of Nike’s designs. As a passionate advocate for zero-waste and circular manufacturing, she has and continues to inspire the industry to embrace diverse thinking and human-centered design, representing her deep commitment to sustainability, which has ultimately fueled her career.
In 2024 Joanne went on to found TeamGlue, a business consultancy that is dedicated to empowering leaders and teams to flourish in uncertainty and feel inspired. Here, Joanne offers bespoke coaching for senior creative professionals, helping leaders gain clarity and foster a thriving team culture. She also focuses on unlocking creative potential through human-centered approaches. She also provides strategic guidance to align commercial success with sustainability, with zero-waste and circular manufacturing still being at the heart of everything she does. TeamGlue truly reflects her commitment to fostering a future where style, sustainability, and thriving ecosystems coexist.
Joanne’s extensive career driven by sustainability makes her an excellent speaker, bringing a wealth of knowledge and insight to her speaking engagements. Sharing her expertise in integrating sustainability into design processes. She also offers valuable insights on the future of sustainable fashion, allowing audiences to get a good idea of what the future of fashion looks like. If you are looking for a knowledgeable speaker on sustainability, then do not hesitate to hire Joanne Jorgensen today.
- 2024 – Founded TeamGlue
- 2024 – Led Nike’s Flyknit platform
- 2024 – Defined and executed the strategic vision for Nike’s sustainable material innovation.
- 2024 – Successfully launched 10+ sustainable footwear models per season.
- 2014 – Senior Designer at Arcadia Group
- 2015 – Established Nike's first Footwear Materials Design Studio outside HQ
- 2011 – Head of Design at Silverflint
- 2009 – Freelance Knitwear Design Consultant
- 2008 – Knitwear Designer in NYC
How to hire Joanne Jorgensen
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