A leading innovator and commentator on the metaverse and inclusivity in tech
Leanne Elliott Young is an industry lead, innovator, and highly sought-after commentator on the topics of fashion futures, digital innovations, inclusivity in tech, sustainability, fashion tech, and industry disruption. As the CEO and co-founder of the Institute of Digital Fashion, she works within strategic innovation for IRL x URL digital fashion creations and showcases. Young has spent 15 years inventing, incubating, and installing creative concepts for future-facing living and fusing the established with progressive, youth-centric points. Spearheading experiential marketing and strategy for Nike at the iconic Room 72, Young directed and rolled out experiences worldwide within the Global Entertainment and Marketing team.