FIT's 19th Annual Sustainable Business and Design Conference
Charting a Course Toward Circularity
April 8 and 9, 2025
10 am–6 pm
Fashion Institute of Technology
Katie Murphy Amphitheatre
Entrance: via the Pomerantz Art and Design Center lobby, located on the northwest
corner of
West 27th Street and Seventh Avenue, New York, NY 10001
We are pleased to announce that this year's conference will focus on how the creative industries are leading the transition toward closed-loop systems that reduce and even eliminate resource consumption and waste. Vibrant and inspirational conversations among eco-entrepreneurs, designers, activists, and nonprofit leaders will delve into strategies for navigating change and fostering collaboration in sustainable design, production, distribution, and business. Join us as we explore new ideas, forge a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities the industry faces, and build hope for a better future.
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Conference Overview
Each year, the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) organizes and hosts a sustainable business and design conference. The event is recognized as a platform for collaboration and discussion across the creative industries, highlighting advances in sustainable design and cutting-edge thought leadership. By sharing innovative student projects, cross-institutional research, and industry partnerships, the conference explores solutions to the most pressing environmental and social challenges of our time. In recent years, session topics have included the farm-to-fashion movement, biomaterials innovation, a sustainable supply chain, mindfulness in design, and recyclable packaging materials. The wide-ranging program features keynote speakers, panels, and projects that delve into pressing issues and exciting developments in the industry.
