Archive February 2011

Director
Pink Ribbon Lingerie

Pink Ribbon Lingerie is a specialist retailer providing underwear, loungewear, sleepwear, swimwear and accessories for women who have had a full mastectomy or lumpectomy to treat breast cancer.

Founded in February 2009 by Camille Johnson, the company consists of a team of four in South London and donates 10% of all retail sales to breast cancer and other cancer related charities.

Director & Senior Stylist
Potential U

Potential U is a London based style and image consultancy. Founded by Joy Odunsi in 2008, the company helps women from all walks of life achieve style and confidence with their wardrobe.

Potential U recently launched Your Virtual Stylist, a unique online style consultation service. The company’s client base includes Champneys, HSBC, Virgin, investment banks and city law firms.

Owner & Designer
Fabryan

Fabryan is a luxury fashion label specialising in ready-to-wear and bespoke collections for women.

Founded by Samantha-Jane in September 2010, the company employs a team of two in Kingston upon Thames.

Fabryan’s new autumn/winter 2011 collection launches at London Fashion Week later this month.

Co-Director
Nubian Events

Founded by sisters Mimi and Nafissatou Traore, Nubian Events is a non-profit company dedicated to promoting and celebrating African history in all its cultural incarnations.

Headquartered in Hammersmith, London, Nubian Events launched in June 2010. The company recently hosted a celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Africa’s wave of independence, featuring the film premiere of Rebirth of Africa narrated by broadcast journalist Jon Snow.

Nubian Events is currently preparing for the launch of the theatre production 14th Century Timbuktu: the Reign of Mansa Musa.

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