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Tory M Cross, 47401 NW Brynwood Ln, Portland, OR 97229

Known as:
Tory Michael Cross
Related to:
Ann D Kissling

Tory Cross Phones & Addresses

401 NW Brynwood Ln, Portland, OR 97229    510-3842162   

2834 35Th Ave, Portland, OR 97212   

Oakland, CA   

6193 N Yellow Wood Trl, Tucson, AZ 85704   

San Francisco, CA   

Sedona, AZ   

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Work

Company: Mazama wares Aug 2012 to 2016 Position: Cofounder

Education

Degree: Bachelors, Bachelor of Fine Arts School / High School: California College of Arts and Cra 2002

Skills

Industrial Design • Product Design • Concept Development • Design Strategy • Product Development • Design Thinking • Brand Development • Sketching • Creative Direction • Illustrator • Adobe Creative Suite • Indesign • Concept Generation • Apparel • Rapid Prototyping • Experience Design • Design Management • Bags • Sporting Goods • Sportswear • Concept Design • Model Making • Rendering • Trend Analysis • Illustration • Textiles • Footwear • Cad • Research Design • User Centered Design • Drawing • Team Leadership • Rhino • Interaction Design • Product Creation • Prototyping • Brand Development Strategy • Prototype • Packaging • Retail Design • Trend • Strategic Design • Group Presentations • Ideation • Consulting • Brainstorm Facilitation • 3D Visualization • Product Innovation • Chinese Language Studies

Languages

Mandarin

Industries

Sporting Goods
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Lead Innovator, Innovation Kitchen, Footwear

Location:
401 northwest Brynwood Ln, Portland, OR 97229
Industry:
Sporting Goods
Work:
Mazama Wares Aug 2012 - 2016
Cofounder Nike Jun 2009 - Jan 2013
Innovator In the Innovation Kitchen, Equipment Nike Jun 2009 - Jan 2013
Lead Innovator, Innovation Kitchen, Footwear Nike Dec 2005 - Jun 2009
Advanced Products Designer, Bags Innovation Group Lift Design May 2002 - Sep 2007
Partner The North Face 2002 - 2005
Product Designer Incase May 2002 - Jul 2002
Freelance Designer Pottery Barn Jan 2002 - May 2002
Freelance Designer Jay Baldwin Designs Jan 2001 - Oct 2001
Junior Designer One & Co Oct 2001 - Oct 2001
Freelance Designer Frog Sep 2000 - Sep 2000
Freelance Designer Kuth Ranieri Architecture Aug 2000 - Aug 2000
Freelance Designer
Education:
California College of Arts and Cra 2002
Bachelors, Bachelor of Fine Arts California College of the Arts 1998 - 2002
Bachelors, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Industrial Design Northern Arizona University 1996 - 1998
Bachelors, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Sculpture
Skills:
Industrial Design, Product Design, Concept Development, Design Strategy, Product Development, Design Thinking, Brand Development, Sketching, Creative Direction, Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, Indesign, Concept Generation, Apparel, Rapid Prototyping, Experience Design, Design Management, Bags, Sporting Goods, Sportswear, Concept Design, Model Making, Rendering, Trend Analysis, Illustration, Textiles, Footwear, Cad, Research Design, User Centered Design, Drawing, Team Leadership, Rhino, Interaction Design, Product Creation, Prototyping, Brand Development Strategy, Prototype, Packaging, Retail Design, Trend, Strategic Design, Group Presentations, Ideation, Consulting, Brainstorm Facilitation, 3D Visualization, Product Innovation, Chinese Language Studies
Languages:
Mandarin

Publications & IP owners

Us Patents

Hydration System For Use With A Pack

US Patent:
7975880, Jul 12, 2011
Filed:
Jun 15, 2010
Appl. No.:
12/815797
Inventors:
Paul J. Fidrych - Portland OR, US
Tory M. Cross - Portland OR, US
Assignee:
Nike, Inc. - Beaverton OR
International Classification:
B67D 7/84
US Classification:
222175, 2241484
Abstract:
A pack with a hydration system is disclosed. The hydration system includes a reservoir and a hose. The reservoir comprises a front side and a rear side that maintain a fixed cross section as liquid is filled and/or drained from the reservoir. Also, as the reservoir empties, the rear side contracts towards the front side, which displaces the center of mass of the reservoir closer to a wearer's back.

Self Stabilizing Backpack

US Patent:
7997466, Aug 16, 2011
Filed:
Nov 19, 2007
Appl. No.:
11/942186
Inventors:
Paul J. Fidrych - Portland OR, US
Tory M. Cross - Portland OR, US
Christopher M. Helmsworth - Portland OR, US
Assignee:
Nike, Inc. - Beaverton OR
International Classification:
A45F 3/04
US Classification:
224634, 224578, 224604, 224631, 224641
Abstract:
A backpack with a self stabilizing shoulder strap system is disclosed. The backpack includes two shoulder straps, an intermediate member, and a bag. The bag is configured to pivot about a first connector associated with the intermediate member. The shoulder straps are configured to pivot about connectors associated with the intermediate member. The configuration of the shoulder strap system allows for the bag to remain substantially vertical during motions as the shoulders are raised and lowered.

Backpack

US Patent:
D660584, May 29, 2012
Filed:
Feb 29, 2012
Appl. No.:
29/414578
Inventors:
Tory Michael Cross - Portland OR, US
Assignee:
NIKE, Inc. - Beaverton OR
International Classification:
0301
US Classification:
D 3216, D3217

Self Stabilizing Backpack

US Patent:
8505791, Aug 13, 2013
Filed:
Jul 7, 2011
Appl. No.:
13/177588
Inventors:
Paul J. Fidrych - Portland OR, US
Tory M. Cross - Portland OR, US
Christopher M. Helmsworth - Portland OR, US
Assignee:
Nike, Inc. - Beaverton OR
International Classification:
A45F 3/04
US Classification:
224197, 224604, 224578, 224634, 224631, 224641
Abstract:
A backpack with a self stabilizing shoulder strap system is disclosed. The backpack includes two shoulder straps, an intermediate member, and a bag. The bag is configured to pivot about a first connector associated with the intermediate member. The shoulder straps are configured to pivot about connectors associated with the intermediate member. The configuration of the shoulder strap system allows for the bag to remain substantially vertical during motions as the shoulders are raised and lowered.

Strap Incorporating A Fluid-Filled Bladder

US Patent:
2007026, Nov 15, 2007
Filed:
May 12, 2006
Appl. No.:
11/434553
Inventors:
Paul Fidrych - Portland OR, US
Chris Helmsworth - Portland OR, US
Tory Cross - Portland OR, US
Assignee:
NIKE, Inc. - Beaverton OR
International Classification:
A45F 3/12
A41F 15/02
US Classification:
224264000
Abstract:
A strap may include a sheath and a fluid-filled bladder at least partially located within the sheath. The bladder has an elongate configuration that defines a first end, an opposite second end, and a central portion located between the first end and the second end. At least the central portion and the second end being unsecured to the sheath. In addition, the strap may include a pair of securing elements configured to join the strap to an article, and at least one of the securing elements may be joined to the second end of the bladder.

Hydration System For Use With A Pack

US Patent:
2008016, Jul 17, 2008
Filed:
Jan 11, 2007
Appl. No.:
11/622333
Inventors:
Paul Fidrych - Portland OR, US
Tory Cross - Portland OR, US
International Classification:
A45F 3/16
US Classification:
2241482
Abstract:
A pack with a hydration system is disclosed. The hydration system includes a reservoir and a hose. The reservoir comprises a front side and a rear side that maintain a fixed cross section as liquid is filled and/or drained from the reservoir. Also, as the reservoir empties, the rear side contracts towards the front side, which displaces the center of mass of the reservoir closer to a wearer's back.

Carry Bags With Tensile Strand Reinforcing Elements

US Patent:
2010028, Nov 18, 2010
Filed:
May 18, 2009
Appl. No.:
12/467446
Inventors:
Tory M. Cross - Portland OR, US
Christopher M. Helmsworth - Portland OR, US
Assignee:
NIKE, INC. - Beaverton OR
International Classification:
A45F 3/04
US Classification:
224643
Abstract:
A carry bag may include a container portion and a strap portion. The container portion defines an interior compartment for containing objects, and the strap portion extends from the container portion. At least one of the container portion and the strap portion include (a) a base element formed from a two-dimensional material and (b) a strand formed from a one-dimensional material. The strand lies adjacent to and substantially parallel to a surface of the base element for a distance of at least five centimeters.

Ergonomic Backpack With Enhanced Fit

US Patent:
2012007, Mar 29, 2012
Filed:
Sep 24, 2010
Appl. No.:
12/890303
Inventors:
SAM FISHER - PORTLAND OR, US
SCOTT C. HOLT - PORTLAND OR, US
TORY M. CROSS - PORTLAND OR, US
Assignee:
NIKE, INC. - BEAVERTON OR
International Classification:
A45F 3/04
US Classification:
224627
Abstract:
An ergonomic backpack with an enhanced fit is provided. The backpack comprises a storage portion, primary left and right shoulder straps, and secondary left and right shoulder straps. The primary shoulder straps connect to the secondary shoulder straps to allow a user to wear the backpack over her shoulders. The dimensions and arrangement of the storage portion and primary and secondary shoulder straps are selected to optimize fit and comfort.

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