My name is Andrew Williams. I am a designer, a furniture maker, and a recent graduate with a degree in Industrial Design from the University of Kansas. I am seeking employment in the field of design.
Designaw, Lawrence, KS, US, Principal
Principal of a startup furniture company.
• Designing and manufacturing furniture prototypes.
• Corresponding with retailers and manufacturers.
Bamboo Canoe, Lawrence, KS, US, General Manager
Cofounder of a startup company making wooden canoes.
• Designing and making prototypes, final products, and displays.
• Creating and implementing marketing/sales strategy.
• Developing brand identity package.
• Composing and initiating business plan.
Prime Coat Paint Co., Lawrence, KS, US, Foreman
Crew Foreman managing five employees, overseeing day-to-day operations.
The University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS, US, Apprentice
Apprenticeship to furniture maker Tom Huang.
• Learned hand and machine woodworking skills.
• Developed new applications for traditional materials.
• Exhibited at Wexler gallery, Philadelphia PA.
Bison Modern Design, Lawrence, KS, US, Founder
Founder of a company making and selling custom furniture.
• Designed and built custom furniture.
Waxman Candles, Lawrence, KS, US, Candle Maker
• Assisting in making and packaging.
• Designing and building custom displays.
James Dyson International Design Competition, Other
National Finalist for a group project in the competition.
