Emily Bass
Emily is Director of Design and Merchandising at Children’s Apparel Network, a childrenswear company, and also became the company’s Sustainability Lead after receiving her Master of Science in Sustainable Fashion. She was the first to hold such a position at Children’s Apparel Network and was charged with initiating and leading their sustainability strategy.
“I knew I wanted to be in the space of sustainability, of circularity, and in textile sustainability. My education has projected into a role of managing and advising my company as they begin their sustainable fashion shift. Understanding the larger picture of global business and climate change is essential to positively impacting today’s fashion companies.”
How Has The Program Changed Your Career Path?
“I knew I wanted to be in the space of sustainability, of circularity, and in textile sustainability. My education has projected into a role of managing and advising my company as they begin their sustainable fashion shift. Understanding the larger picture of global business and climate change is essential to positively impacting today’s fashion companies.”
What Stood Out Most About Your Experience?
“The university has a unified community through students, faculty, staff, and the larger GCU family joined in their commitment to the common good. We are all trying to better our communities and are eager to help each other reach our shared goals. “
What is the title of your thesis? Are there any updates you’d like to share?
“My thesis title is Circularity in the Fashion Industry: Communication Gaps in Textile-to-Textile Recycling.”