"We connect fashion-tech startups with the brands that need them, help brands discover and adopt the right technology, and bring both sides together at our Innovation Roundtables across Europe."
02 — How We Work
How We Work
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Innovation Matchmaking
The right introductions, earned not automated.
We connect fashion-tech startups with the brand decision-makers who actually need their solutions. Every introduction is researched, human-led, and qualified. No scripts, no automation, no noise.
We help fashion and lifestyle brands discover, trial, and implement the tools that will transform their workflows. From AI-powered imagery and new design tools to 3D product creation, digital product passports, and smart merchandising, we scout what fits, run real-world trials, and guide adoption.
Intimate monthly dinners connecting brand decision-makers with curated startup founders. Currently running across Europe: Barcelona, Paris, London, Amsterdam, Berlin, and more.
A boutique operation working quietly at the intersection of fashion, technology, and human connection. Every connection we make is considered. Every recommendation we give is earned.
Bradford Bird
Founder
Closed his fashion photography agency in 2017 to bet on digital fashion—years before the industry caught on. From The Fabricant's NFT revolution to Metail's virtual try-on, he's spent a decade connecting fashion houses to what's next.
Built the academic and commercial playbook for digital fashion. Created the world's first Digital Fashion MA, co-founded THE DEMATERIALISED, gave a TED Talk, and teaches at LCF, ESCP, and Condé Nast College. Her network runs deep.
Gatherings, roundtables, and introductions designed for the fashion industry's decision-makers.
The Fashion Innovation Roundtable
Monthly events across Europe
A private event series bringing fashion brand leaders and fashion-tech founders together for honest conversation on what's actually shaping the future of fashion.
Next Event
080 Barcelona Fashion Week (Side Event)
Barcelona · April 15, 2026 Limited to 20 seats Application required
The Fashion Innovation Roundtable is an invite-only gathering hosted by The Outreach Department. We bring together a small group of senior fashion brand leaders and carefully selected fashion-tech founders for a private roundtable.
No stage.No presentations.No panels.No crowded networking room.
Just one table and meaningful conversation.
Why We're Hosting These Events
There's no shortage of fashion conferences. But very few spaces allow brand decision-makers and technology founders to speak openly, off-stage, and without pressure to pitch.
This roundtable is designed to:
Encourage candid discussion
Explore what's actually working in fashion innovation
Build real relationships in a relaxed setting
Create thoughtful connections between brands and founders
The focus is depth, not volume.
Who Will Be in the Room
The table is limited to:
A small cohort of senior leaders from fashion brands
A small cohort of founders of fashion-tech / AI / creative technology companies
Brands attend as invited guests. Founder seats are limited and curated.
Confirmed brands and founders will be shared on application.
Who This Is For
You're a strong fit if:
You're a founder or senior leader in a fashion-tech company
You actively work with fashion brands
You value high-quality conversation over stage exposure
You're looking to build meaningful relationships within the fashion ecosystem
This is not a demo day. It's not a pitching opportunity. It's a strategic conversation environment.
Format
Location
Private restaurant / event space
Duration
Approximately 2.5 hours
Structure
Welcome & brief introductions · Guided discussion · Open conversation over drinks and snacks · Informal continuation
Attendees will be seated intentionally to encourage balanced discussion between brands and founders.
About The Host
The Fashion Innovation Roundtable is hosted by The Outreach Department. We work closely with fashion brands and fashion-tech companies to facilitate meaningful introductions and strategic conversations within the industry.
This event is part of a growing series of curated gatherings across Europe.
Apply
Founder seats are limited. If you're interested in attending the roundtables, apply below and we'll share further details once your application is reviewed.
We connect fashion-tech startups with the brand decision-makers who actually need their solutions. Every introduction is researched, human-led, and qualified.
No scripts. No automation. No noise.
The fashion industry runs on relationships. Mass outreach doesn't work here. We operate quietly inside the industry, building warm connections between technology companies and the brand leaders who need what they offer.
We don't send mass emails. We don't use automation bots. Every introduction we make is considered, and every meeting we secure is earned through genuine human conversation.
Our Process
01
Alignment
We understand your aesthetic and offer. We don't move until we get your brand.
02
Curation
We identify the decision-makers that matter. Digital Directors, Heads of Innovation, Pattern Leads.
03
Outreach
Human-led conversation. No scripts. No automation bots simulating empathy.
04
Access
Qualified meetings with interested buyers who actually want to talk.
Who It's For
Fashion-Tech Founders, Creative & AI Agencies, Digital Strategy Firms, and B2B Services entering the fashion industry.
We help fashion and lifestyle brands discover, trial, and implement the tools that will transform their workflows.
The Challenge
Fashion brands know they need to innovate, but navigating hundreds of AI, 3D, and digital tools without internal tech capacity is overwhelming. Vendor demonstrations don't reflect real workflows. Pilots stall before delivering answers. The wrong investment costs time, budget, and team confidence.
Most brands don't need more options. They need someone who already knows the landscape to find the right fit, test it honestly, and help them adopt it.
Why Us
We maintain direct relationships with fashion-tech startups across the full spectrum of product development. We also work daily with the brand decision-makers who need these tools. We don't sell software. We don't take commissions from vendors. We find the right solution for your brand, test it in real conditions, and help you adopt it confidently.
Three Phases. Enter Anywhere.
Phase 01
Scout & Recommend
Discovery session to understand your workflow, pain points, and goals. We map your needs against our network and conduct targeted research.
2–3 weeks
Written workflow audit of current processes
Shortlist of 3–5 vetted tools/startups with fit assessments
Recommendation presentation
Phase 02
Trial & Report
Real-world trials using your actual assets and workflows. We define success criteria upfront, then test rigorously.
4–6 weeks
Trial methodology with agreed KPIs
Detailed trial report with performance data and cost analysis
ROI projection
Go/no-go recommendation
Phase 03
Implement & Handover
Full adoption guidance: integration, hands-on team training, and workflow redesign with post-launch support.
6–10 weeks
Configured and integrated tool
Training sessions with recorded materials
Redesigned workflow documentation
Handover report
4 weeks post-launch support
Current Focus Areas
AI-Powered Product Photography, AI Design Tooling, 3D & Digital Product Creation, Digital Product Passports, and Smart Merchandising.
Ready to explore?
Tell us what you're trying to solve. We'll tell you honestly whether we can help.
