Inclusion in Fashion: Progress, Gaps & Opportunities

Join us for an evening of honest conversation, fresh perspective, and meaningful connection at FASHIONbytes.

We’re bringing together voices from across the fashion industry to explore where we truly stand on inclusion — what’s changed, what hasn’t, and where real opportunities for progress lie.

This isn’t a surface-level panel. It’s a space for open, thought-provoking discussion and actionable insight — whether you’re a creative, founder, student, or industry professional looking to play a role in shaping a more inclusive future.

Why attend:

• Gain real, unfiltered insights from people actively shaping the industry
• Understand the gaps that still exist — and how they impact access and opportunity
• Discover practical ways to contribute to meaningful change in fashion
• Connect with like-minded creatives, founders, and professionals
• Be part of conversations that are pushing the industry forward, not just talking about it

Expect sharp perspectives, honest dialogue, and a community that’s serious about change.

Spaces are limited. Be in the room.

Panellists:

Arooj Aftab is a Host, Cultural Consultant, and Industry Lecturer recognised as part of the Vogue Business 100 Innovators.

She is the founder of Done With Diversity and creator of What’s The Solution?, platforms that challenge how the fashion industry approaches inclusion and push conversations into action.

Arooj has hosted global initiatives including Tommy Hilfiger Fashion Frontier Challenge and collaborates with brands such as Microsoft and Tommy Hilfiger to drive more meaningful, accessible change.

A lecturer at the University of East London, she is a leading voice shaping the future of inclusive thinking across fashion and the creative industries.

Geoffrey Williams is a Cultural Strategist and inclusion leader with 25+ years' experience working with global brands including Burberry, Dr. Martens and Thomson Reuters.

Formerly Global VP of Colleague Attraction & Inclusion at Burberry, he helps organisations turn inclusion into a driver of innovation, performance and growth.

A trained executive coach and powerful storyteller, Geoffrey is known for creating honest, transformative spaces that inspire action. He is also Co-Founder of Rocking Ur Teens CIC and Chair of the Bernie Grant Arts Centre, championing the next generation and amplifying underrepresented voices.

Daniel Peters is the Founder of Minority Report Group, a consultancy focused on building inclusive workplace cultures and driving measurable change in DE&I.

Since 2020, he has worked with leading brands including Nikon, HUGO BOSS, ASOS, Gymshark, Fendi and Aesop delivering strategies tailored to business growth and cultural impact.

With experience across Burberry, the British Fashion Council and Selfridges, Daniel combines industry insight with entrepreneurial thinking. He also leads (Fashion) Minority Report CIC, supporting underrepresented talent in the creative industries.

Named a Vogue Business 100 Innovator and recipient of TheIndustry.fashion Hall of Fame: Icon Award, he is a leading voice shaping the future of fashion, culture and inclusion.

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