Three visionary fashion leaders come together in this game changing conversation at State Library of Queensland. Gain first-hand industry insights into innovation, culture, community, creativity, responsibility, and the economic realities of fashion.

Jane Milburn OAM (founder) Textile Beat

Jane Milburn is a sustainability consultant, Slow Clothing pioneer, TEDx speaker, Churchill Fellow, upcycler, and agricultural scientist.

Jane established Textile Beat as a purpose-driven business in 2013 to inspire a creative approach to the way we dress, to embrace natural fibres and upcycling for pleasure, reward and sustainability. Jane has trained as a climate reality leader and her work aligns with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.

Troy Casey (co-owner) Magpie Goose

Magpie Goose creates unique and wearable garments designed to make a statement while generating economic opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through creative industries.

Magpie Goose is owned and led by Troy Casey (Kamilaroi) and Amanda Hayman (Wakka Wakka/Kalkadoon). It is a family-run business and social enterprise, passionate about creating positive outcomes.

Jessie Sadler (founder) Christina Stephens

Jessie Sadler is the CEO of one of Australia’s most recognised adaptive fashion brand, Christina Stephens.

Christina Stephens exists to disrupt disability stereotypes. Their colourful and elevated designs, combined with smart innovations, has turned adaptive clothing on its head. The brand allows people with disability, dexterity issues, and changing bodies to wear what they want, not what they're given

Facilitator: Melanie Finger is a Senior Lecturer in Transdisciplinary Design and the Academic Lead Engagement for the School of Design (QUT)

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