Black designers only represent 3% of the footwear industry. To help achieve more innovation and inclusivity within the space, Dr. D’Wayne Edwards founded PLC Detroit, the only design-focused HBCU. PLC Detroit started by convincing corporations like Nike and Adidas to invest in the education of their future workforce. In 2022, he also opened the first Black-owned athletic footwear factory, JEMS, in the U.S. In this fireside chat, learn impactful ways to drive change by exploring new approaches to workforce development, materials, and processes in design and manufacturing. Participants: Adam Allard; D'Wayne Edwards

SXSW 2024 takes place March 08 - 15, 2024.

SXSW dedicates itself to helping creative people achieve their goals. Founded in 1987 in Austin, Texas, SXSW is best known for its conference and festivals that celebrate the convergence of tech, film, music, education, and culture.

SXSW 2024 takes place March 08 - 15, 2024.
SXSW dedicates itself to helping creative people achieve their goals. Founded in 1987 in Austin, Texas, SXSW is best known for its conference and festivals that celebrate the convergence of tech, film, music, education, and culture.

SXSW 2024 takes place March 08 - 15, 2024

SXSW

SXSW dedicates itself to helping creative people achieve their goals. Founded in 1987, SXSW is best known for its conference and festivals that celebrate the convergence of the interactive, film, and music industries. An essential destination for global professionals, the event features sessions, showcases, screenings, exhibitions, and a variety of networking opportunities. SXSW proves that the most unexpected discoveries happen when diverse topics and people come together. SXSW takes place every March in Austin, Texas.

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