Fashion Talks Foundation is dedicated to empowering diverse and emerging talent as well as students in the fashion and creative industries. By providing opportunities through initiatives like The Runway, our Internship Cohort, and The Forum, we are creating platforms for collaboration, professional growth, and innovation. We foster inclusivity by connecting underrepresented voices with industry leaders, offering mentorship, and facilitating real-world experiences to drive lasting change. Our goal is to uplift the next generation of entrepreneurs, designers, and creatives, creating a more equitable and dynamic industry for all.
our mission
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Fashion Talks Foundation envisions a future where diverse and creative entrepreneurs in fashion and business have the resources, connections, and opportunities to thrive. Through our impactful initiatives—The Runway, our Internship Cohort, and The Forum—we’re creating a nationwide network that supports innovation, cultivates talent, and champions inclusivity. We are committed to turning dreams into reality and shaping a more inclusive, vibrant future for the fashion industry.
our vision
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The Runway by Fashion Talks Foundation is a dynamic, immersive fashion event that has become a cultural cornerstone in Cleveland. Over the past four years, it has grown into a platform that fosters creativity, drives economic impact, and empowers emerging talent. The event blends high fashion, art, and community engagement, making it a must-attend for industry professionals and fashion enthusiasts alike.
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Each initiative plays a vital role in elevating the next generation of creatives while reinforcing our commitment to diversity, empowerment, and industry growth.
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A structured program providing hands-on experience in fashion production, event management, marketing, and entrepreneurship. In partnership with Kent State University and local institutions, our interns gain real-world industry exposure, including exclusive opportunities to attend New York Fashion Week (NYFW), preparing them for successful careers in the creative sector.
A series of national panel discussions, workshops, and networking sessions, bringing together industry experts, thought leaders, and creatives to discuss key topics in fashion, business, and innovation. After hosting successful events in Cleveland and New York City, The Forum continues to expand its reach, fostering learning, collaboration, and the exchange of transformative ideas across the country.
A premier annual fashion event that serves as a platform for emerging designers, models, and industry professionals. The Runway not only showcases innovative fashion but also drives economic impact, fosters inclusivity, and creates opportunities for underrepresented talent.
At Fashion Talks Foundation, our initiatives are designed to empower creatives, foster inclusivity, and drive meaningful impact in the fashion and entrepreneurship industries.
Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
THE INTERNS
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Tanvi Patel
Kent State University - Fashion Merchandising
Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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Sanjana Sharma
Kent State University Double major in Fashion Design and International Relations
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Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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sanjana sharma
Kent State University Double major in Fashion Design and International Relations
Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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Kelsey Lenhart
Kent State University Fashion Design.
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Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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kelsey lenhart
Kent State University Fashion Design.
Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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Sarah Faour
Kent State University Fashion Merchandising. Minor in fashion media, marketing, and public relations
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Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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sarah faour
Kent State University Fashion Merchandising. Minor in fashion media, marketing, and public relations.
Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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Gabriella Lopez
Kent State University Fashion Merchandising and Fashion Media
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Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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gabriella lopez
Kent State University Fashion Merchandising and Fashion Media
Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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Drew Carlton
Fashion Merchandising major at Kent State University. I am also minoring in marketing and fashion media.
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Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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drew carlton
Fashion Merchandising major at Kent State University. Minor in marketing and fashion media.
Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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Lillian Ivey
Kent State University Fashion Design
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Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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lillian ivey
Kent State University Fashion Design
Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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Jenna McMullen
Kent State University | Fashion Merchandising | Photography, (Graphic) Design, and Advertising
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Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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jenna mcmullen
Kent State University Fashion Merchandising, Photography, Graphic Design, and Advertising
Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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Mallory Hughes
Kent State University with a major in Journalism and a minor in Fashion Media
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Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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mallory hughes
Kent State University major in Journalism and minor in Fashion Media
Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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Hope Steffen
Kent State University/ Fashion Merchandising with a minor in International Business for Non-Business Majors
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Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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hope steffen
Kent State University Fashion Merchandising. Minor in International Business for Non-Business Majors
Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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Ella Holzhei
Kent State University, fashion merchandising
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Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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ella holzhei
Kent State University - Fashion Merchandising
Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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Allison Mark
Kent State University- Fashion Merchandising with minors in fashion media & marketing
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Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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allison mark
Kent State University Fashion Merchandising Major. Minor in Fashion Media and Marketing
Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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Mikayla
Kent state university/ fashion Merchandising
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Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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mikayla
Kent State University - Fashion Merchandising
Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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Savannah Canzurlo
School of Fashion at Kent State University/ Fashion Merchandising: Fashion Media
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Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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savannah canzurlo
Kent State University - Fashion Merchandising
Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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Destiny Chambers
LIM College/ Business of Fashion
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Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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destiny chambers
LIM College Business of Fashion
Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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Veronica Maciag
Case Western Reserve University, English, Business Management, and Pre-Architecture
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Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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veronica maciag
Case Western Reserve University English, Business Management and Pre-Architecture
Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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Mariama Garba
Google Certificate program in digital marketing
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Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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mariama garba
Google Certificate Program in Digital Marketing
Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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Mariana Quinones Gaucin
Fashion Merchandising with a minor in Fashion Media
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Our interns for 2025 are working hard alongside Aimon to help with any events that are happening and the big runway show. Fashion Talks has created a diverse team of women to help lead the fashion community in Cleveland. In this page you will learn more about our interns and be able to meet the team!
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mariana quinones gaucin
Fashion Merchandising with a minor in Fashion Media
Fashion Talks Foundation is dedicated to embracing diversity and fostering fresh ideas in both fashion and business. Our community is a welcoming space for all creative minds, transcending the boundaries of traditional roles. By providing connections, mentorship, events, digital resources hub, and opportunities to showcase, we're driving positive change and uplifting the entire industry with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion.
