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Fashion with Purpose: Hilary Glenn Riley’s Mission to Merge Style and Sustainability
Knitwear designer Hilary Glenn Riley shares her journey through performance apparel, sustainability, entrepreneurship, and innovation.
Dr. Eulanda Sanders
Apr 33 min read
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Creating with Care: Liz Spencer’s Innovative Take on Bridal Design
From student to standout designer, Liz Spencer transforms bridal fashion with care, creativity, and bold innovation.
Dr. Eulanda Sanders
Mar 243 min read
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A Journey Through Fashion, History, and Culture with Tonya Blazio-Licorish
Black fashion history is rich, global, and ever-evolving. Reflecting on my podcast with Tonya Blazio-Licorish, we explored its impact
Dr. Eulanda Sanders
Mar 75 min read
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Breaking Barriers in Fashion and Academia: The Power of Nia Allen’s Story
Mentorship, innovation, and resilience—my conversation with Nia Allen left me in awe, proud, and fighting back an ugly cry.
Dr. Eulanda Sanders
Feb 205 min read
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Draping, Designing, and Disrupting: How ChaCha Hudson is Changing Fashion
Inclusive fashion, innovation, and entrepreneurship—ChaCha Hudson is reshaping the industry.
Dr. Eulanda Sanders
Feb 135 min read
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Fearless Collaboration and Innovation: A Conversation with J.R. Campbell
Exploring fearless collaboration & innovation with J.R. Campbell—how design thinking & making drive transformation in education & beyond.
Dr. Eulanda Sanders
Feb 75 min read
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Uncovering Black Fashion Innovators: My Discussion with Tonya Blazio-Licorish
Discover the untold stories of Black fashion innovators and their impact on the industry in my conversation with Tonya Blazio-Licorish.
Dr. Eulanda Sanders
Feb 45 min read
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Bridging Fashion and Inclusion: Lessons from Dr. Kerri McBee-Black
Dr. Kerri McBee-Black is redefining fashion with inclusive design. Learn how her research is shaping the future of adaptive apparel.
Dr. Eulanda Sanders
Jan 305 min read
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From Engineering to Knitting: How Billie Elias Redefines Innovation and Problem-Solving
Discover how Billie Elias weaves creativity, engineering, and vintage knitting into a life of innovation and reinvention.
Dr. Eulanda Sanders
Jan 284 min read
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Trailblazing the Outdoor Apparel Industry: The Story of Lindsay Vincent-Kupler
Discover how Lindsay Vincent-Kupler leads outdoor apparel innovation at Grundéns, enhancing safety & performance for the outdoors.
Dr. Eulanda Sanders
Jan 213 min read
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From Sequins to Sustainability: Dr. Jessica Ciarla’s Groundbreaking Journey in Fashion Innovation
Explore how Dr. Jessica Ciarla blends fashion, science, and sustainability to revolutionize design with eco-friendly innovation.
Dr. Eulanda Sanders
Jan 174 min read
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Rock it with Confidence: A Conversation with Nekia Whitfield
Discover how Nekia Whitfield of Nik Star Designs empowers clients to 'Rock it with Confidence' through custom fashion and innovation.
Dr. Eulanda Sanders
Jan 154 min read
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Reflecting on Innovation and Design Scholarship: A Conversation with Dr. Kim Hahn
From resilience to storytelling, Dr. Kim Hahn’s journey inspires design, research, and mentorship innovation.
Dr. Eulanda Sanders
Dec 17, 20244 min read
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Unlearning to Innovate: Reflections on Craft, Research, and Education with Dr. Loranger
Discover how Dr. David Loranger blends tradition, innovation, and storytelling to preserve craft, inspire students, and redefine education.
Dr. Eulanda Sanders
Dec 12, 20244 min read
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"My Conversation with Ana McCracken: Innovations and Inspirations"
This is reflection on my conversation with Ana McCracken, MFA, founder of the Ames Writers Collective, on the INNOVATION Insights Podcast.
Dr. Eulanda Sanders
Jun 28, 20244 min read
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“Dr. Samii Kennedy-Benson: An Exemplar of Innovation in Fashion and Education”
At INNOVATION Insights…We challenge you to be moved, to explore, reimagine, and innovate within your spheres of influence. Let's be the...
Dr. Eulanda Sanders
Mar 26, 20243 min read
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“Chris Cyrille: The Fusion of Fashion, Data, and Entrepreneurship”
At INNOVATION Insights…We challenge you to be moved, to explore, reimagine, and innovate within your spheres of influence. Let's be the...
Dr. Eulanda Sanders
Mar 18, 20242 min read
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“Knitting Innovation: Dr. Adriana Gorea's Fusion of Fashion and Technology”
At INNOVATION Insights…We challenge you to be moved, to explore, reimagine, and innovate within your spheres of influence. Let's be the...
Dr. Eulanda Sanders
Feb 6, 20243 min read
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“Why INNOVATION Insights: The Power of Storytelling”
At INNOVATION Insights…We challenge you to be moved, to explore, reimagine, and innovate within your spheres of influence. Let's be the...
Dr. Eulanda Sanders
Jan 23, 20244 min read
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“Empowering Innovation: Dr. Tameka Ellington Breaking Barriers in Fashion and Education”
At INNOVATION Insights…We challenge you to be moved, to explore, reimagine, and innovate within your spheres of influence. Let's be the...
Dr. Eulanda Sanders
Jan 15, 20244 min read
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