Black Thread Creative’s Principle Designer, Mark Thibadeau, has worked in-house with well-respected softgoods brands…

 

SENIOR DESIGNER 2004-2014

 

LEAD DESIGNER 2014-2016

DESIGN DIRECTOR 2016-2021

 

DESIGN DIRECTOR 2021-2025

 

Some projects we’ve been fortunate enough to be a part of…

BLACK THREAD CREATIVE
  • A revolutionary new way to think about a child carrier.

    • Ventilation for the Child

    • Removable, Washable Seat and Drool Pad

    • Under Knee Support to improve circulation

    • One touch size adjustments for Child and Parent

    • Accessible pocketing for wipes, snacks or on-trail needs.

    2022 iF and Reddot award winner

    Mark was involved in detail design, prototyping and development, as part of the Thule Design Group

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  • A redesign of the original. The backcountry ski pack update featured

    • A removable airbag rescue system, integrated with a first in it’s class rear-pack opening for on-snow accessibility

    • Improved carry and hydration access from the original

    • Incredibly stable skiing experience due to dialed ergonomics.

    • Large hip-wing pockets giving you fast gear and clothing transitions

    Mark was involved in the design, prototyping, development and compliance, as part of the Thule Design Group

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  • A new way to concieve of how adventurers move their gear.

    • Duffel style form factor, with the added functionality of an open tote.

    • Increases capacity by 35%

    • Storable Tote Straps and Backpack straps

    • Comes in a removable packing cube.

    • Outside Magazine Editors Choice- 2024

    Mark was involved from start to finish. From Design Brief, Ideation, prototyping, sourcing, quality and compliance, as part of the NEMO Equipment Product Team

  • Iconic luggage line from Thule

    • Carry-On sizing that featured an interior ratcheting compression panel- adding 25% more packing space.

    • Unique hybrid construction mixing both hard and soft-shell design elements without visible stitch-lines.

    • Ultra-clean exterior with chamfered shaping for easy in-out of overhead bins.

    • iF Award, 2017.

    Mark was involved in the ideation, design and development, as part of the Thule Design Group

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  • 4th Generation of the Gregory Baltoro saw a major revamp. New innovations included:

    • A double sided top lid for more organized smaller items

    • A removable ‘sidekick’ hydration sleeve that doubled as a summit pack.

    • Stormshield water-resistant electronics pocket located on the hipbelt.

    • First of its kind silicone printed lumbar pad for grip and augmented load carry.

    • Integrated side stretch pockets with a water bottle sleeve on the same side of the pack.

    Mark was involved in the design and development, as part of Gregory Mountain Products

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  • A roof top tent that changed the livable experience inside the tent.

    • lnverted wall structure gave more shoulder height and an airy interior feel

    • Skylights and see-through rainfly let in the light and the view

    • Integrated awning and annex allow the user to build their camping set-up, one piece at at time.

    Mark was involved in the conceptual direction and initial functional prototyping, as part of the Thule Design Group