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We’re Changing the Fashion Industry

Our community believes that a more sustainable fashion industry is not only possible, but profitable. Together, we’re shaping the future of the independent fashion movement. Get inspired and get to know the Factory45 alumni below.

“Through Factory45, I created a brand and a product that I believed in, that was beautiful, high quality and socially and environmentally responsible. We launched a successful Kickstarter campaign that raised almost $90K.”

Cara Bartlett

Vetta

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“After Factory45, I have more clarity on what I’m doing with my business and the direction I want to take it. I’m currently in the experimental phase of creating some new products that I hope to add to my line later this year or beginning of next.”

Alyssa Bird

Regenerous Designs

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“The fact that I could email Shannon at any time, no matter how basic the question, was worth every investment in the program. I also found the checklists and templates extremely helpful. I love working through a to-do list and to have one that walked me through all of the exact steps I needed to take made the process so much more manageable.”

Mary Bemis

Reprise Activewear

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“I have managed to create my brand, source fabrics, find a pattern and sample maker (locally) and find a manufacturer (locally). These are things that never would have been possible had it not been for Shannon’s lessons, connections, calls and ongoing support.”

Kaya Dorey

Novel Supply Co.

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After Factory45, I won the Creative Coast’s FastPitch business competition for local startups and launched a successful Kickstarter campaign. We were fully funded in one week and went on to raise $20,000+ for our first production run.

Lara Neece

Forest and Fin

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Words cannot even describe how much joining Factory45 has helped me grow and shape Be Kind Vibes into the brand I have always envisioned. I began this project completely blind, and Shannon has given me the tools to create a successful, sustainable brand.

Matt Hickey

Be Kind Vibes

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