Antonia Iamartino
Senior Director, Franchise Innovations, Research and Product Innovation, lululemon
Antonia is an alumna of The Wilson School of Design program and has completed her 20th year with lululemon. As a Senior Director on the Research and Product Innovation team, Antonia and her team are responsible for the future of lululemon’s industry-leading apparel franchises, and the application of the brand’s unique Science of Feel™ innovation lens.
Working with the latest advancements in technical fabrics and construction, as well as strategic fits and features, Antonia and her team engineer distinct sensory experiences that continue to redefine what performance looks and feels like for guests. Since joining lululemon in 2005, Antonia played a pivotal role in product design and has been a driving force behind some of the brand’s most innovative and iconic designs, including the Energy Bra, Dance Studio Pant, Define Jacket, and the Align™ Pant. Each of these styles has grown into full franchises that remain guest favourites today.
Antonia’s passion for movement began with dance. She also practices yoga, breathwork and Pilates, in addition to weight training and hiking. Antonia is based in Vancouver, Canada where she lives with her husband and two daughters. She is proud to support KPU’s programs and students to find their distinct passions and contributions to the world of product design.
