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The BF + DA is looking for fashion designers, product designers, and technologists with companies that embrace innovative thinking, are relevant, ready to grow, concerned with optimizing environmental and social impact, and committed to the overarching vision of the BF+DA to make change, share knowledge, and transform the industry. Their Venture Fellow program includes: individual mentorship that combines intensive business development with expert counseling on sustainable strategies; a designated studio in BF + DA’s 21,000 SF space in the old; Pfizer Labs building at 630 Flushing Avenue in South Williamsburg, Brooklyn; access to shared use public spaces including a 3,000 SF plaza, reception, kitchen, conference/classroom, phone booths, etc.; a rich community of entrepreneurs and researchers in fashion design, product design and technology; and access to leading industry experts, and discounts on equipment, classes, events, and more.

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