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Your Voice, Our Future: 20 Years of Collective Progress
Since 2007, the Fashion Institute of Technology’s (FIT) Sustainable Business and Design Conference has built a global community of forward-thinkers forging sustainable solutions. In April 2026, we mark our 20th anniversary with the theme Industry Disruptors, celebrating two decades of progress by highlighting those transforming our industry for the better.
Join us to explore new ideas and deepen your understanding of the challenges and opportunities ahead over two days of dialogue and workshops on critical themes, including:
Design Innovation: Showcasing cutting-edge materials, bio-innovations, and transformative
practices.
Policy for Change: Advancing global and local systems that drive sustainable practice
and action.
Disruptive Business Practices: Rethinking circular investment, production, manufacturing,
and supply chains.
Shaping Narratives: Communication and education amplifying climate action and solutions.
Schedule of Events
| Wednesday, April 8 |
| 9:30 am: Check-in |
| 10–11:30 am: Preconference workshops |
| 11:45 am–12:45 pm: Networking and welcome lunch |
| 1 pm: Welcoming remarks |
| 1:15 pm: Keynote speaker |
| 2:15–3:30 pm: Conference session: Design Innovation |
| 3:30–4pm: Break |
| 4–5:30 pm: Conference session: Policy for Change |
| 5:30–7 pm: Sustainability Changemaker awards and networking reception |
| Thursday, April 9 |
| 9 am: Check-in |
| 9–9:30 am: Welcome coffee and networking |
| 10 am–12pm: Conference session: Design Innovation |
| Noon–1 pm: Networking lunch |
| 1–2 pm: Conference session: Policy for Change |
| 2–3 pm: Conference session: Disruptive Business |
| 4–5 pm: Conference session: Shaping Narratives |
| 5 pm: Closing remarks |
Conference Registration
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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.
