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what we do
you're in the right place
Through our Collective + Content + Commerce + Coworking + Collaborations we have a 360-degree approach to developing the exact solutions Entrepreneurs need to grow their businesses.
Increasing diversity in the retail industry long-term begins with training the future of it - our youth. Through our camps and immersive retail experiences, students can explore their future in our industry.
We exist to be a solution that bridges the gap from where we are today, to becoming the industry we want to see tomorrow. We partner with companies invested in taking an authentic and active role in diversifying retail with us.
welcome!
We are jade + deanna, lead changemakers
It all started when LA-based Showroom Owner Jade came across ATL-based Retail Consultant, DeAnna on Insta. A DM was sent. Eye-opening conversations were had. Many months and work sessions later, Diversify Retail® was born.
In 2020, after the senseless murder of George Floyd, and seeing the awakening of retail companies to their lack of diversity, we were compelled to pour our combined 35+ years in retail, our network, our time, and our love into making sure this awakening was not just a captured moment, but rather a permanent, ever-chasing mission at the forefront of the industry. We have joined forces with countless other Retail professionals to not only bring awareness to BIPOC brands and retailers, but more importantly, to empower and equip them with the tools and strategies to excel and build a long-term, legacy-building business for themselves and their families.
our founder story: a match made in instagram heaven
we're happy you're here
Jade Sykes
DeAnna McIntosh
the collective
the buying office
the event series
connect + engage
the partnerships
watch this
We hosted our inaugural summer camp for minority high schoolers, The Future of Retail, at The Works Atlanta in the summer of 2022. Our campers learned about the retail industry and created their own groundbreaking retail concepts!
IN The MEDIA.
citi trends inc.
The Citi Trends' Black History Makers Grant Program increases awareness of Black-owned businesses and community organizations. Working in tandem, Diversify Retail® Inc. facilitated the application, judging process and interviewed all finalists to select the recipients.
partner spotlight
are you in?
As you can see, Diversify Retail® Inc. is not your typical nonprofit. It is a path forward for open conversation, self-reflection, and most importantly, strategic action to increase diversity in all facets of the retail industry. Your donation helps us provide retail educational programming, grants + scholarships, trade opportunities, and community activities for minority students and entrepreneurs worldwide. With your support, we can, and will, change the face + future of retail.
we want to get to know you
Tell us your story through this detailed questionnaire so we can determine how to best support you in moving retail (and your business) forward. This information will tell us which opportunities that we create, or that come our way, to direct you towards.
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