Emily Joens

About

With a robust educational background in design and engineering, including a Master of Design from UC Berkeley, I have cultivated a diverse career in product design and entrepreneurship. As the CEO of La Femitage Online Vintage Store since 2018, I have honed my skills in business development and digital marketing. My experience as a Product Designer at ClassiCon involved pioneering sustainable packaging solutions, significantly reducing plastic usage. I also contributed to strategic design projects at THOMSEN GROUP, focusing on futurology. My role as a Graduate Student Instructor at UC Berkeley's Fung Fellowship allowed me to mentor students in human-centered design, emphasizing conservation and technology. Additionally, I volunteered at the Global Fashion Summit, engaging in sustainable fashion discussions. My journey reflects a commitment to innovation, sustainability, and leadership in the design industry.

Experience

• CEO · La Femitage Online Vintage Store01-01-2018

  Started an online vintage store, focusing on personal growth and business development. Managed all aspects of the business, from social media marketing to website management, while embracing the challenges and learning from failures.

• Graduate Student Instructor for Conservation and Technology · Fung Fellowship at UC Berkeley01-01-2022 – 06-01-2022

  Guided and mentored students through design projects, focusing on human-centered design thinking, conservation, and technology. Developed a 3-month curriculum and led workshops to encourage curiosity, empathy, and optimism.

• Product Designer · ClassiCon01-01-2021 – 06-01-2021

  Developed a plastic-free packaging concept, reducing plastic usage by 80%. Researched sustainable materials and collaborated with specialists to implement solutions.

• Volunteer at the Global Fashion Summit · Global Fashion Agenda06-01-2019 – 06-01-2019

  Assisted in organizing and facilitating the Global Fashion Summit, contributing to discussions on sustainable fashion practices.

• Product Designer · THOMSEN GROUP International Strategy Consultants01-01-2019 – 06-01-2019

  Explored futurology topics during an internship, contributing to strategic design projects and gaining insights into future trends.

Education

• University of California, BerkeleyProduct Design Engineering, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Engineering & Design
• De Haagse Hogeschool / The Hague University of Applied SciencesBachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Industrial Design Engineering
• University of California, BerkeleyMaster of Design, Industrial and Product Design

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