Inside the May 2025 Edition: The Future of Fashion Commerce, Technology & New Consumer Journeys
Fashinnovation Talks is an exclusive event series bringing together leaders from fashion, technology, and retail to discuss innovation, consumer trends, and the future of commerce.
In this article, we highlight the May 2025 edition and why these curated conversations matter for the industry.
On May 7th, 2025, Fashinnovation hosted a private edition of its signature Talks format in New York City, gathering 40 select leaders for an evening of conversations, new connections, and shared visions.
The theme of the evening – “The Future of Fashion Commerce: Innovation, Technology & New Consumer Journeys” – set the stage for a high-level exchange.
The curated panel featured:
- David Cost, VP of Digital & Ecommerce at Rainbow Shops – shaping digital strategy for one of the largest fast fashion retail chains in the U.S.
- Sazan Sela, Director of Digital at Stoney Clover Lane – driving personalization and user-centric experiences for a beloved accessories brand.
- Kimberly Morgan, known as The Fashion Tech Exec – a strategic advisor with 20+ years of experience in SaaS, AdTech, and Retail Tech innovation.
Key Topics Discussed:
- Redefining the post-pandemic consumer experience.
- New business models enabled by ecommerce and technology.
- The growing importance of personalization and community.
- The future of omnichannel commerce and data-driven retail.
Building on January’s Momentum: Highlights from NRF Week
This May edition followed the successful launch of the Fashinnovation Talks series during NRF Week 2025, featuring collaborations with the Accessories Council and key industry leaders:
- Retail Revolutionaries: Rethinking the Future of Shopping Experience, with Krissie Millan, chief marketing officer of Bonobos, Nancy Berger, founder of Start With a Good, and Amy Shecter, chief executive officer of Cast.
- The State of Fashion, Brand & Innovation, with Joelle Grunberg, partner at McKinsey & Co., and Christine Keeley, founder of Quantum Media Lab.
- The Runway of Business Model: Sustainability, Entrepreneurship & Brand Collaboration, with Virginia Miller, deputy chief of staff for Rent the Runway, and Dale Noelle, founder of True Model Management.
These sessions were spotlighted by WWD, which described Fashinnovation Talks as “a movement to inspire innovation in fashion by bringing together visionaries to collaborate and lead transformation.”
Why Fashinnovation Talks Matter for the Fashion, Tech & Retail Ecosystem
Each Fashinnovation Talk is designed to foster depth & intimacy – far beyond traditional panel discussions. With limited guests, the focus is on exchanges, real collaboration, and human connection.
From retail tech to sustainability, from scaling brands to rethinking consumer journeys, these curated conversations create a platform for industry leaders to align on what’s next.
What’s Next? Partnering for the Future
Fashinnovation is expanding the Talks format with new editions throughout 2025 – welcoming new voices, partners, and sponsors who want to be part of this global movement.
Whether you’re a fashion tech startup, legacy retailer, investor, or innovator, there’s a seat at the table for you.
Interested in joining or partnering with us?
Contact: [email protected]
https://fashinnovation.nyc/contact-us/
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