SERVICES OFFERED
Design Consulting Services - Elevating Brands Through Innovative and Market-Driven Design
With over 15 years of experience in product design and development, I offer a personalized, data-driven approach to help brands create sustainable, innovative, and consumer-focused products. My expertise spans apparel, hardgoods, and softgoods, ensuring that every product aligns with evolving market trends and customer needs.
Why Work With Me? - A Personalized Approach to Design
Every brand has a unique identity, and I tailor my consulting services to align with your vision. Whether you need end-to-end product development or strategic insight into material innovation, my approach ensures solutions that are not only aesthetically compelling but also functional and market-ready.
Proven Results
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Revenue Growth: Increased Evenflo’s car seat category sales by 83%, expanding the wheel goods category by 600% in five years.
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Award-Winning Designs: Recipient of multiple JPMA Product Excellence Awards (2018, 2023) and holder of four patents across various product categories.
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Industry-Leading Expertise: Led high-profile licensed lines, including Tommy Bahama, Hello Kitty, Disney, and Nickelodeon, successfully revitalizing and expanding market share.
Core Consulting Services
✔ Product Design & Development
From ideation to manufacturing, ensuring seamless execution of market-ready products.
✔ Material Innovation & Sustainability
Expert in biodegradable textiles, advanced composites, and performance materials to align with eco-conscious consumer demands.
✔ Trend Forecasting & Consumer Research
Identifying and implementing emerging trends to maintain a competitive edge.
✔ Manufacturing & Supplier Collaboration
Streamlining production with global vendors to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
✔ Branding & Licensing Strategy
Strengthening brand identity through strategic partnerships and licensed product development.
Industries I Serve
Consumer Goods
Fashion & Apparel
Baby & Kids Products
Hardgoods & Softgoods
Sustainability & Eco-Friendly Innovations
Let’s Build the Future of Design Together
If you’re looking for a hands-on design consultant who can bring creativity, market intelligence, and proven success to your brand, let’s connect.
Contact Me: Email: chin.gerding@gmail.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dorothychingerding
Portfolio: dorothychingerding.com
Product Design
Looking for new innovation in your product line, Let me help you ideate and create new items.
Product Management
Roadblock on getting your product to market? Let me help you get that concept off the ground and into the market.
Material & Surface Design
Do you need surface designs or are you unsure of what materials be suits your product? I can help.
Personnel Consultations
Persons or Policies, let me help you with understanding what you need for hiring, staffing and setting policies for your creative team
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