YOUR JOURNEY TO BECOME A BLACKLIGHT BEGINS HERE
Threaded by PLC
Are you an entrepreneur building your apparel brand the independent way? THREADED by PLC x Foot Locker is back! With only 14 exclusive seats available, we’re looking for those who are serious about their brand and have the work to show for it. We believe all independent creatives are threaded together by the passion to share their unique story with the world. Our mission is to create a community of brands, reviving regional taste and style. This program provides mentorship and resources, offering selected brands the chance to be sold online at Foot Locker.
*Participation in this accelerator program does not guarantee that your brand will be selected for sale online at Foot Locker. Foot Locker reserves the right to make decisions regarding brand selection at their sole discretion*
Details
Application Deadline: Monday, December 8 11:59 PM EST
Class Dates: January 13 – February 14; 8- virtual sessions & final presentation. You’ll present your concepts to PLC, Foot Locker, and industry experts for a chance to have your brand sold online at Foot Locker.
Location: Virtual
Program Pathway: Entrepreneurship
Eligibility:
- Adults 18+
- If you have an apparel brand located in Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Detroit, DMV, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, or Philadelphia, you’re invited to apply!
Zoom Info Sessions:
11/19/24, 6-8pm ET – Dallas and Houston
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84511945741
11/20/24, 6-8pm ET – Detroit (in person at Foot Locker Studio)
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84447750445
11/26/24, 6-8pm ET – Philly and DMV
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86568880669
12/3/24, 6-8pm ET – Miami
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83920534524
12/5/24, 6-8pm ET – NYC
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83862450970
Program Benefits: Gain access to valuable resources, expert mentorship, and essential business strategies from Foot Locker and PLC to support your brand’s growth. Engage with industry professionals and peers to expand your network and visibility. Receive tailored insights to validate your brand ideas, maximize retail growth, and build brand equity.
Winners Outcome:
- A pop up experience
- Collaboration with Foot Locker
- In store pop-up launch/activation
- Brand photo shoot
- Winning design sold on Foot Locker’s online site.
*Threaded by PLC is a program of the legal entity Lewis College of Business*
