Independent Means Inc. - Fashion & Finance

NYC fashion designers, bloggers, writers, analysts, investors and YOU.

Fashion and Finance NYC reveals 21st century careers, the connections between fashion and philanthropy, strategies for personal finance and offers the side benefits of fun, new friends and a little time to shop and enjoy NYC. This year, Jill Bennett from Reuters joined us and produced this piece.

This dual-generation program takes fashion forward youth and their mentors, on a three day exclusive behind the scenes adventure through the NYC fashion industry. Participants leave with an understanding of the connections between Women's Wear Daily and the Wall Street Journal and you'll both see the world of fashion in a new light.

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Live Events at a Glance

Fashion and Finance NYC
This dual-generation program takes fashion forward youth and their mentors, on a three day exclusive behind the scenes adventure through the NYC fashion industry.

Camp Start-Up
Our 10-day residential camp offers teens (ages 14-18) experiences that will give them the skills to start something great—launch a company, run a non-profit, or just be prepared for life beyond high school. They'll meet the coolest entrepreneurs, learn how to start a business, invest, budget, and save.

Indie Girls 2-day Adventure
This two-day program gives 14-17 year old girls on the brink of financial independence a chance to practice language and skills that make us financially self-confident.

Launch Prep
This inspiring and practical two-day workshop helps young people develop intentional plans for careers, education, and exploration.

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