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Evan Lawson

Dog dad and outdoor enthusiast with experience in sports and outdoor product innovation, engineering and development.


Driven to create intentional product more sustainably through innovative processes and technologies.

Currently exploring the PNW while helping to deliver innovative solutions that enable people to realize their full potential. 

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Motivation

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Innovation

Do more with less.
Explore with curiousity.
Create the future.

Sustainability

Create intentional products.
Consider future generations.
Consume carefully.

Performance

Elevate everyday experiences.
Eliminate excess and distractions.
Find joy in the process.

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Education

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B.S. Mechanical Engineering

 2010 - 2014

Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering with a Mathematics minor. Classes taken included Failure Analysis, Advanced 3D CAD and Thermodynamics. Participated in intramural sports including soccer, futsal, basketball, flag-football, and ultimate frisbee.

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M.S. Sports Product Management

2018 -  2020

Developed advanced understanding of the product creation process in the sports and outdoor industry. From ideation and market research, to product and supply chain development, through commercialization and go-to-market.

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Work

Experience and Special Projects

Senior Innovation Engineer - Sustainability

November 2022 - Present

Exploring innovative materials, manufacturing processes, and business models to create uncompromising footwear solutions with reduced environmental impacts.

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Innovation Mechanical Engineer

January 2021 - November 2022

Provided mechanical engineering, prototyping, and sustainable innovation insights and services to the Lululemon footwear product creation and innovation teams.

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Graduate Intern - GSM

Summer 2019

Worked in Global Sourcing and Manufacturing - Footwear as an Industrial Engineering Graduate Intern. Focused on process analysis and optimization for advanced manufacturing innovation projects.

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Product Engineer II

2014 - 2018

Responsible for managing product development process including product design, prototyping, testing, manufacturing and commercialization. Collaborated with stakeholders across the organization, including sales, finance, manufacturing, and executive leadership.

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Graduate Teaching Assistant

2019 - 2020

Supported instructors of Product Development and Sustainable Supply Chain classes within the UO SPM program. Helped manage classroom activities, organize student assignments, and develop class content.

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Production Maker

Fall 2020

Working on a team hand crafting inspiring workspace accessories.

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Showroom Sales Associate

2019 - 2020

Weekend showroom sales associate providing high level customer service including brand and product information.

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Special Projects

Ongoing

Worked on various special projects ranging from product wear testing to market research and product innovation. Continuously seeking opportunities to collaborate and learn.

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Resume

General Resume

Below is a download link for my most up to date resumé summarizing my professional experiences and skills. Please feel free to reach out for further information.

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Contact

Interested in learning more about me, my work or how we can collaborate on an upcoming project?


Please reach out, I would be more than happy to chat!

Portland, OR

720-232-3384

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