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May 16, 2025

Hillary Glenn-Riley on Pursuing a Career in Fashion | iNNOVATION Insights Podcast

Hillary Glenn-Riley shares her journey towards a career in fashion. She reflects on her childhood passion for art, influenced by her family's artistic background, including her mother's interior design expertise. Hillary also discusses her high school interest in fashion journalism, sparked by a yearbook class. Please tune in to hear…

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May 15, 2025

Fashion's Impact: Culture, Pandemic, and Personal Style

We explore fashion's profound influence, from its economic power to its reflection of culture, the pandemic's impact, and hip-hop's role in personal style. #FashionIndustry #CulturalImpact #PandemicFashion #HipHopStyle #PersonalStyle #FashionCulture #EconomicImpact #FashionTrends #BlackGirlMagic #FashionInfluence

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May 15, 2025

Black Women in Fashion: Overcoming Discouragement & Pursuing Dreams

Discover how supportive mentors empowered Black women to defy expectations and build successful fashion careers, despite societal discouragement. Their stories highlight resilience and passion! #BlackWomenInFashion #FashionCareers #MentorshipMatters #Resilience #DreamBig #Inspiration #FashionIndustry #BlackExcellence #CareerGoals #FashionDreams

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May 15, 2025

Overcoming Fear: Motivation for Black Students in Fashion

Feeling scared when you're the only one who looks like you is valid. We discuss navigating spaces where representation is lacking and encouraging students to make their mark in fashion. #BlackInFashion #RepresentationMatters #Motivation #FashionInspiration #DiversityInFashion #BlackStudents #OvercomingFear #TupacInspired #MakingYourMark #FashionEducation

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May 15, 2025

Black Women in Fashion: Overcoming Discouragement & Finding Mentors

Explore the journeys of Black women in fashion. We discuss passion, mentorship, overcoming societal discouragement, and pursuing dreams despite challenges. A must-watch for aspiring designers! #BlackWomenInFashion #FashionDesign #Mentorship #Inspiration #FashionCareers #OvercomingChallenges #BlackDesigners #FashionIndustry #DiversityInFashion #Empowerment

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May 15, 2025

Unleash Your Potential: Overcoming Fear and Finding Opportunity

It takes hard work and innovative thinking to succeed. We discuss embracing the unknown, seeking opportunities, and encouraging students to overcome fear and pursue their dreams beyond familiar territories. #Opportunity #SuccessMindset #Motivation #Inspiration #DreamBig #CareerAdvice #StudentSuccess #BatonRouge #NewYork #LosAngeles

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May 15, 2025

Creating a Culture of Empowerment Through Embracing Mistakes | iNNOVATION Insights Podcast

Dr. Nicole Yeldell Butts discusses the importance of fostering a workplace culture that empowers employees to make mistakes without fear of beration. She emphasizes how embracing different perspectives and allowing room for errors can drive innovation and enhance organizational growth. Discover why it's crucial for organizations to change their culture…

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May 15, 2025

Innovation in Organizational Shifts with Dr. Nicole Yeldell Butts | iNNOVATION Insights Podcast

Dr. Nicole Yeldell Butts, a leader in organizational transformation with over 25 years of experience in diversity, equity, inclusion, human resources, and organizational change, discusses the motivations and pivotal moments leading her to a career in HR, the challenges HR professionals face, particularly during seismic events like the 2020 pandemic…

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May 15, 2025

The Power of Inspiration and Innovation | iNNOVATION Insights Podcast

Join us as we dive deep into the world of inspiration and innovation with Robin Julich. In this episode, Robin shares her personal journey, captivating stories, and actionable steps anyone can take to bring more innovation into their lives. As Robin discusses the profound connection between inspiration and innovation, prepare…

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May 15, 2025

The Impact of Sales Skills in Academic Leadership w/ Dr. Erinn Tucker-Oluwole | INNOVATION Insights

Dr. Erinn Tucker-Oluwole discusses the interplay between her industry experience in sales and her current role as a department chair in academia. She elaborates on how relationship-building and fundraising, key aspects of sales, have been integral to her success in academic administration. Dr. Tucker-Oluwole shares insights into managing budgets and…

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May 15, 2025

The Power of Non-Verbal Communication in Hospitality | iNNOVATION Insights Podcast

Dr. Godwin-Charles Ogbeide discusses the importance of non-verbal communication and body language in creating a welcoming environment within the hospitality industry. He emphasizes the need for better collaboration between apparel and hospitality programs to enhance these skills. Additionally, Dr. Ogbeide shares insights from his experience in leadership roles, highlighting how…

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May 14, 2025

Innovation in Adaptive Design with Dr. Kerri McBee-Black: Ep. 40 | iNNOVATION Insights Podcast

In this engaging episode of iNNOVATION Insights, host Dr. Eulanda Sanders converses with Dr. Kerri McBee-Black, an assistant professor and Helen Allen Faculty Fellow at the University of Missouri Columbia. They delve into Dr. McBee-Black's groundbreaking research on the intersection of disability and apparel, highlighting her significant contributions, including 11…

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May 14, 2025

MBA to Dream Job: My Hospitality Career Story

After earning our MBA, we discovered an online ad for a culinary college seeking a hospitality program director. We applied, interviewed, and landed the job the very next day! #HospitalityCareer #MBAJobs #CulinaryArts #CareerChange #JobSearch #ProgramDirector #DreamJob #HospitalityManagement #CareerStory #JobInterviewTips

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May 14, 2025

Culinary Career Shift: From Chef to Doctorate Degree

Discover how a chef transitioned from the culinary world to academia, pursuing a doctorate for a lasting impact in education and career growth. #CulinaryCareer #DoctorateJourney #CareerTransition #EducationGoals #ChefLife #HigherEducation #CareerDevelopment #CulinaryEducation #PurdueUniversity #Inspiration

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May 14, 2025

Hospitality Careers: Inspiring High School Students Early

We explore introducing high schoolers to hospitality basics to improve college retention. We created online classes covering event planning, lodging, restaurants, and more. A $250 scholarship was offered! #HospitalityEducation #CareerInspiration #HighSchoolHospitality #EventPlanning #LodgingOperations #RestaurantManagement #CruiseShipJobs #OnlineLearning #HospitalityScholarship #FutureofHospitality

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May 14, 2025

Innovation in Juried Exhibitions with Vince Quevedo, MFA: Ep, 21 | iNNOVATION Insights Podcast

In this episode of iNNOVATION Insights, host Dr. Eulanda Sanders interviews Vince Quevedo, an award-winning fashion designer, author, and professor. Vince shares his journey from being an elite gymnast to becoming a pioneer in fashion design, integrating traditional and new technologies into his creations. He opens up about his battle…

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May 14, 2025

Innovative Fashion Design: Seamless Dress by Dr. Kim Hahn | iNNOVATION Insights Podcast

Dr. Kim Hahn discusses her innovative approach to fashion design: developing a dress using a single continuous pattern piece, thereby eliminating shoulder seams. Utilizing transparent silicone organza, she highlights how this material showcases the body silhouette and patchwork from a distance, creating an optical illusion that adds depth and value…

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May 14, 2025

Bold Moves During the Pandemic | iNNOVATION Insights Podcast

Liz Spencer discusses her bold decisions during the pandemic, including opening her business in April 2020. She shares how the community support and demand for her sewing skills led to a whirlwind start. Liz also talks about her experience competing in Omaha Fashion Week in college. Despite the challenges, she…

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May 13, 2025

3D Fashion Design: Tech & Traditional Skills Unite!

Explore the symbiotic relationship between technology and traditional fashion design. We learn from pattern makers as they learn 3D design software, creating innovative solutions together. #3DFashion #FashionDesign #TechInFashion #PatternMaking #CLO3D #DigitalFashion #FashionTechnology #Innovation #DesignSkills #FashionIndustry

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May 13, 2025

AI Image Generation: Painter's Honest Automation Experience

We explore AI image generation for innovation insights, sharing our personal experience as a painter seeking specific visions. We discuss automation challenges and AI's limitations in matching artistic intent. #AIImageGeneration #Automation #InnovationInsights #DigitalArt #Painting #AIArt #CreativeProcess #ArtificialIntelligence #ArtWorkflow #TechInArt

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May 13, 2025

Pattern Making: My Life as a Technical Designer

Hear a story of pattern making before technical designers! Learn about hand-cutting patterns for a limited size range and the physical labor involved. #PatternMaking #TechnicalDesign #FashionHistory #DenimDesign #Sewing #GarmentConstruction #FashionIndustry #VintageFashion #DesignProcess #TextileDesign

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May 13, 2025

Fashion Design: Mastering Adobe Illustrator (2024)

Learn fashion design using Adobe Illustrator! We explore drawing flats with the latest tech, 20 years of Parsons School of Fashion insights. #FashionDesign #AdobeIllustrator #FashionTech #ParsonsSchoolofFashion #DrawingFlats #FashionEducation #DesignSkills #TechInFashion #FashionTutorial #IllustratorForFashion

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May 13, 2025

Unlock Your Creative Genius: Skills vs. Creativity

Can creative skills be taught? we explore the crucial difference between skills and true creativity, diving into philosophical aspects for deeper understanding. #CreativityUnleashed #CreativeSkills #ArtisticDevelopment #DesignThinking #CreativeProcess #PhilosophicalCreativity #LearnToCreate #UnlockYourPotential #ArtEducation #CreativeMindset

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May 13, 2025

Art & Design: Essential Foundations or Tech Skills?

Explore the debate: Are art and design principles crucial, or should technology skills take precedence? We discuss the foundations for success in today's creative landscape. #ArtEducation #DesignPrinciples #TechSkills #ArtSchool #DigitalArt #CreativeProcess #DesignDebate #ArtFoundations #HeronSchoolOfArt #ArtCareer

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