What does it mean to lead with empathy, integrity and care?

In this episode, I’m joined by Amy Powney - fashion designer, activist, founder of AKYN, and one of the most influential voices in sustainable fashion today.

After winning the Vogue Designer Fashion Fund, Amy used the opportunity to build a fully traceable collection from field to finished garment - a journey captured in the award-nominated film Fashion Reimagined. Since then, she has continued to challenge the fashion industry from the inside out, building a business rooted in responsibility, transparency, and integrity.

We talk about empathy, activism, emotional sensitivity, leadership, and what it means to keep speaking up when something doesn’t feel right - even when it makes you the different person in the room.

A thoughtful, honest  ...