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About Us

Building skills. Creating opportunity. Shaping the future of fashion.

The Fashion Industry Initiative (FII) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering youth through hands-on fashion education, workforce development, and creative industry training. We provide students with opportunities to explore design, technical skills, and entrepreneurship while building confidence and career readiness.

Through real-world learning experiences, participants gain exposure to the many pathways within the fashion and creative industries — from design and construction to styling, branding, and production. Our programs are designed to bridge creativity with practical skill-building, preparing youth for future education, employment, and entrepreneurship.

FII believes that fashion is more than creative expression — it is a powerful tool for developing discipline, technical ability, collaboration, and leadership. By combining industry-informed instruction with hands-on training, we help young people discover their potential and build meaningful pathways toward sustainable careers.

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Meet The Team

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Tricee Thomas

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Founder & President

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Chantel Hardison

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Vice President

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Keshia Hardaway

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CFO

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Dream Amorie

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Director of Marketing

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Renee Hall

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Director

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Lacey Mack

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Fania Johnson

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Director

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Bridgette Mccullough

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Director

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