I am an educator, researcher, and strategist focused on the systems, policies, and approaches needed to drive sustainable transformation in the fashion industry. My work sits at the intersection of society, business, fashion, and sustainability. I lecture at Columbia University, Yale University, and IENYC, where I designed and led the M.S. in Sustainable Fashion program. I am currently completing my Ph.D. in social policy and political economy at Glasgow Caledonian University in Scotland. My research and publications bridge theory and practice, with a focus on fashion system behavior, sustainability strategy, public policy, and political influence.
Research Topics
My research examines the systems, ideologies, and power dynamics that shape economic, environmental, and social outcomes, with a particular focus on the global fashion and textile industry. Grounded in political economy, critical theory, public policy, and organizational studies, I explore how fashion intersects with neoliberal governance, overconsumption, and inequality, using methods such as discourse analysis and systems thinking. My dissertation investigates how fashion and neoliberalism co-produce hegemonic ideologies, particularly through consumption and wage narratives. Through both scholarly and applied work—including publications on overconsumption, policy analysis, and co-leadership of the Act on Fashion Coalition—I aim to bridge theory and practice to support systemic transformation. My future research will deepen inquiry into fashion’s role in economic governance, linking industry dynamics to broader questions of democracy, sustainability, and equity. Across all projects, I strive to generate actionable insights that inform policy, public discourse, and institutional change.
My teaching philosophy is rooted in fostering critical inquiry, interdisciplinary thinking, and a commitment to societal impact. I view the classroom as an active space where students bridge theory and practice to navigate complex global systems. Drawing from public policy, political economy, and management strategy, I center my teaching on real-world challenges, with the global fashion and textile industry as a primary case study. I prioritize inclusive, participatory learning environments that elevate diverse perspectives, regularly integrating student feedback to adapt and improve. Mentorship is central to my approach, guiding students in both academic research and professional development. Ultimately, I seek to empower students to think expansively, act ethically, and lead transformative change across industries and societies.