The Council of Fashion Designers of America, Inc, (CFDA) is a not-for-profit trade association founded in 1962 that leads industry-wide initiatives and whose membership consists of more than 400 of America’s foremost womenswear, menswear, jewelry, and accessory designers. In addition to hosting the annual CFDA Fashion Awards, which recognize the top creative talent in the industry, the organization offers programs which support professional development and scholarships, including the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund, the Geoffrey Beene Design Scholar Award, the Liz Claiborne Scholarship Award, the CFDA/Teen Vogue Scholarship, and the Gilt All Star Scholarship. Member support is provided through the Business Services Network, a high-profile group of companies offering designers strategic opportunities. The CFDA Foundation, Inc. is a separate, not-for-profit organized to mobilize the membership to raise funds for charitable causes. Through the Foundation, the CFDA created and manages Fashion Targets Breast Cancer; raises funds for HIV/AIDS organizations with 7th on Sale; addresses the issue of model health with The CFDA Health Initiative; and is a key participant in other programs such as the annual Fashion’s Night Out. For more information, please visit www.CFDA.com, facebook.com/cfda, twitter.com/cfda, cfda.tumblr.com, and youtube.com/cfdatv

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CaSandra Diggs

Audrey M.

Ashley-Brooke Sandall

Dmba Sara Kozlowski

Marc Karimzadeh

Leigh Elyse King

Steven Kolb

The Leadership Team at the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) is responsible for setting and executing the strategic vision and direction of the organization. This team steers industry-wide initiatives, oversees high-profile events such as the CFDA Fashion Awards, and ensures the success of member support programs and charitable activities. They prioritize key areas including professional development, educational scholarships, sustainability initiatives, and health campaigns.

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