Naoko earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Textile/Surface Design, Summa Cum Laude, from the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City in 2011. With experience spanning upholstery, velvet, embroidery, drapery, casement, sheers, blackout, and coated fabrics, she brings a comprehensive understanding of both design and performance-driven textiles.

She leads end-to-end product development, guiding multiple collections from concept through market launch, while shaping the overarching marketing strategy, storytelling, and visual content that bring each collection to life.