Julie Hoko

Julie Hoko has a wealth of experience in the fashion industry. Julie currently holds the position of President at Pivot Apparel, a role they have held since October 2023. Prior to this, they served as the Chief Merchandising & Design Officer at Pivot Apparel from 2020 to 2023. Before joining Pivot Apparel, Julie worked as the Chief Merchandising & Design Officer at Jump Design Group from 2018 to 2020. From 2014 to 2018, they were the President, Owner, Design & Brand Consultant at Jule Design Studio LLC. Julie also has experience working at Kohl's Department Stores, where they held the position of Design Director from 2011 to 2014 and Senior Designer from 2006 to 2011. Julie started their career at Target as a Designer from 2000 to 2006.

Julie Hoko has a Bachelor's Degree in Apparel Design from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and an Associate's Degree in Apparel Design from the Fashion Institute of Technology.