Visionise is a fashion design and manufacturing company based in Newcastle, Australia, dedicated to simplifying the process of design development, production management, and sustainability for clothing brands. Founded by Norwegian-born Linda Bergskas, who moved to Australia in 2001 to complete her degree in graphic design at the University of Newcastle, Visionise aims to put Newcastle on the map as a fashion-forward city while encouraging sustainable and responsible business practices.
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Kara Armstrong
Operations Manager
Kara Armstrong is the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Visionise, an Australian-based fashion design and manufacturing consultancy. In her role, she oversees daily operations and serves as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring they are matched with designers who meet their specific needs. Kara is dedicated to maintaining ethical standards in the factories recommended to clients and provides guidance on marketing and budgeting throughout the development process. With years of both domestic and international experience in fashion brands and account management, her expertise is invaluable to both the Visionise team and its clients.
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Linda Bergskås
Founder
Linda Bergskas is a Norwegian-born fashion entrepreneur and founder of Visionise, a fashion design and manufacturing company based in Newcastle, Australia. She moved to Australia in 2001 to complete her degree in graphic design at the University of Newcastle.
In 2005, Linda launched her own fashion brand, Guanabana Designs, opening a boutique on Darby Street in Newcastle. The brand gained significant traction, leading her to establish a manufacturing factory in Bali. Guanabana Designs expanded its reach, being stocked in over 200 stores both nationally and internationally, and featured in Australian Fashion Week, Fashion TV, and magazines like Vogue and Elle. After nine years of operating between Bali and Australia, Linda sold her brand to focus on her growing family.
Recognizing the challenges faced by emerging designers, Linda founded Visionise to provide mentorship and support to startups and small to medium-sized enterprises in the fashion industry. Visionise offers services such as design consultation, production management, and guidance on ethical and sustainable manufacturing practices. Linda's mission is to provide small brands with the same opportunities as large brands, with a focus on ethical production and sustainability.
Through Visionise, Linda has assisted over 200 clothing brands in launching and growing their businesses, emphasizing the importance of sustainability and responsible business practices in the fashion industry.
