Courtney Helm

Brooklyn, NY | 917-442-3443 | Courtney@dripaccessory.com | TheCourtneyHelm.com

Professional Summary

Innovative product designer and entrepreneur with extensive experience in toy design, children's accessories, soft goods manufacturing, and brand development. Proven ability to take products from concept to market, leading design, production, and direct-to-consumer sales. Adept at collaborating with major brands and managing all aspects of product development, e-commerce, and retail operations. Currently seeking fulfilling creative projects.

Professional Experience

Founder & Creative Director
Drip Accessory | 2017-2025

  • Invented and patented the Spintowel, a two-piece custom-fit towel for spin bikes.

  • Expanded the brand to include a line of connected fitness sweat accessories.

  • Led all aspects of brand development, product design, and direct-to-consumer sales.

  • Established the visual identity of Drip Accessory and managed e-commerce operations.

Founder & Owner
Molloy Toy Inc. | 2003-2016

  • Launched a toy design firm, collaborating with Fisher-Price, Mattel, and other brands on projects for Sesame Street, Dora the Explorer, and Blue's Clues.

  • Developed and sold Real Kidz, a doll line distributed via e-commerce and children’s boutiques.

Founder & Owner
Orange Blossom | 2006-2016

  • Acquired Orange Blossom, a boutique that sold Real Kids dolls and expanded its product offerings.

  • Managed buying, store operations, visual merchandising, and window displays.

  • Designed and curated children's apparel and accessories for the boutique.

Founder & Designer
TOPKNOTNYC | 2006-2016

  • Created a handmade leather accessory line, sold online and through boutique wholesale.

  • Designed and produced high-quality, handcrafted leather accessories.

Head Designer / Product Manager
Uneeda Doll Co. | 2001-2003

  • Led product design and development for a line of children’s dolls.

  • Managed collaboration with Hong Kong-based teams, traveling internationally for development.

Product Development Manager
Toy Biz (Marvel Comics Division) | 1999-2001

  • Oversaw product development for major franchises, including Spider-Man and X-Men.

Toy Designer & Product Manager
Goldfish Toys | 1997-1999

  • Designed and managed small toy lines, overseeing production and design execution.

Toy Designer
Happiness Express | 1994-1997

  • Designed girls' toys and soft toys, contributing to product innovation and branding.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Toy Design
Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), New York, NY

Skills & Expertise

  • Product Design & Development

  • Brand Development & E-Commerce (Shopify, Direct-to-Consumer Sales)

  • Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, Canva)

  • Soft Prototyping & Manufacturing

  • Graphic Design & Accessory Design

  • Sewing & Pattern Making

  • Retail & Merchandising (Store Design, Window Displays, Buying)

  • Photo Styling & Marketing