Innovative fashion designer, educator, and textile expert, Beatrice Newman is the founder of womenswear brand Korlekie. With a Master's in digital fashion from London College of Fashion, she heads the Department of Fashion at the University of East London.

Tania Phipps-Rufus is an expert in fashion law, intellectual property, and cultural analysis, offering insights into legal trends and cultural shifts in the fashion industry. As a senior lecturer and course leader in Fashion Cultures and Business Management at the University of East London, she explores key topics like sustainability, cultural heritage, and diversity. Featured in The Guardian, The Huffington Post, and on BBC Radio 4, Tania has collaborated with institutions such as the V&A Museum and Condé Nast College. Awarded an AHRC-funded scholarship, her PhD research focuses on IP in fashion, working closely with industry leaders.

Kehinde Adepetun is a versatile writer and researcher, known for her insightful analysis and captivating storytelling. With bylines in respected outlets such as Black Ballad, Navii Media, and Tagg Magazine, her work often explores the intersection of culture, identity, and social trends.