Speaking, Writing & Intelligence:
Sustainable Fashion
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Bylines span global trade publications such as Women’s Wear Daily (WWD), consumer glossies like Teen Vogue, collegiate news organizations such as Her Campus and College Fashionista, as well as local blogs.
A proven public speaker and personable moderator, Kaley helps shape impactful live experiences. She counts news spotlights at Yahoo Finance, Cheddar, AP, TedX Climate “Countdown” and a host of New York-based trade shows and fashion events.
Credit: Daniella Nicole Photography 2024
Selected Testimonials:
–Recent client, global advisory firm
“When it comes to sustainability in fashion apparel, beauty, consumer goods and retail, there is no one more knowledgeable. But her expertise goes beyond knowing the industry inside and out. Kaley instinctively takes a systems thinking approach to sustainability issues big and small. It’s this holistic approach that makes Kaley a credible researcher, writer, editor, speaker and consultant. And she’s a pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend her for any project that involves sustainability and sustainable practices.”
–Workplace collaborator
Featured Stories:
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NYC Fashion Manufacturers Speak Out on Late Payments - April 2022, WWD
“Kaley approached our requirement with intelligence, creativity, and tact, and produced output that was immensely beneficial for our project and fit the specifications perfectly. Kaley worked efficiently and was communicative throughout the course of the project. Additionally, Kaley was open about what would be feasible in the project time frame which was helpful from a project management perspective. I would highly recommend Kaley for any consultancy position in the fashion sustainability sector and would welcome the opportunity to work with her again.”
–Recent client, global advisory firm
“When it comes to sustainability in fashion apparel, beauty, consumer goods and retail, there is no one more knowledgeable. But her expertise goes beyond knowing the industry inside and out. Kaley instinctively takes a systems thinking approach to sustainability issues big and small. It’s this holistic approach that makes Kaley a credible researcher, writer, editor, speaker and consultant. And she’s a pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend her for any project that involves sustainability and sustainable practices.”
–Workplace collaborator
Featured Stories:
Leading industry analysis from consumer trends to sustainable investments.
NYC Fashion Manufacturers Speak Out on Late Payments - April 2022, WWD
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Bye Bye Flagships? Tiny Stores Boast Big Eco-gains - August 2023, WWD
Published
Established in 2016, ThriftEd Mag (www.thriftedmag.com) is the original print and digital thrift magazine making reuse modern through creative collaboration and pop-up retail.
Standing for “Thrift Editorial,” ThriftEd’s infamous creative campaigns drew organic reach of 8,000 on Facebook alone with pop-ups (like its early editions held in Blacksburg, Va.) selling out within the hour.
Painted
Along with crafting the written word, Kaley is a practicing artist. Explore her work via @Studiokales on Instagram.
