In this episode, I speak with Nick Pearce, the Co-Founder & CEO of HoMie. HoMie is a streetwear clothing social enterprise that supports young people affected by homelessness or hardship with the skills, confidence & experiences to become more work-ready & better prepared for their future.  HoMie’s Brunswick St store in Melbourne is a base for HoMie's two social impact programs - our VIP Days and a training location for our HoMie Pathway Alliance Program, as well as where we showcase our latest releases across all seasons. From one monogram tee to year-round releases, and two solid social impact programs that have supported over 1,500 young people to date - it’s fair to say the HoMie team is proud to see how the brand has evolved over the years in making and creating impact in our community. When you shop with HoMie, you're helping to support young people affected by homelessness or hardship. HoMie is a Label For The Streets with 100% of Profits going to this important cause.  During this dynamic chat, Nick and I discuss:  The why behind the launch of HoMie The Lifechanging Programs that HoMie and their community partners offer  HoMie’s iconic VIP days that support young peopleHoMie’s REBORN program  News about HoMie’s partnership with ABMT to create Australia’s FIRST upcycling factory  And so much more!  I enjoyed every minute of this dynamic, inspiring chat with Nick and no doubt you will too! You can find HoMie at:  Website Instagram  Nick Linked in READY TO SCALE UP? Ready to level up to a new phase of growth and expansion? Elizabeth founded fashion consultancy Fashion Equipped in 2012 to expand the reach and potential of the Australian industry. Backed by decades of experience in all aspects of the business, and passionate about entrepreneurship, growth and the power of community, Elizabeth delivers fashion consulting, mentorship and online learning to hundreds of businesses and counting. From buying, product development, sales and sourcing, to strategic planning, marketing and team management, our expert line-up of industry insiders are committed to sharing their knowledge, networks and passion - to empower you to build a thriving fashion business. Elizabeth's next availability for consulting is October 2023. Feel free to reach out to her directly at [email protected].  Consulting is suited to brands that are already trading and ready to work on their strategic growth plans.  READY TO START UP? Ready to bring your vision to life and start your fashion business? ONLINE LEARNING We’ve crafted our decades of experience into an online fashion business syllabus informed by and tailored to the real world. Start Your Fashion Business is an industry-first online learning platform and a dynamic and engaged community. If you are a startup who wants to make the Fashion Business your Business – then head to our website and watch the replay of our last Info Session & QA. Our ‘Start Your Fashion Business' programme is open online, so if you would like to join our community jump straight in! MENTORSHIP   It takes finely tuned business skills to make it in fashion, but mindset also plays a huge role. This is why mentorship is an essential ingredient to success – few can guide you on this path better than those who’ve already walked it and our deeply experienced mentors are here to help you navigate the business while building a strong mindset.  If you want to work 1:1 with a Mentor and kickstart your biz development, you can head to Your Mentor Collective – book a 1 hour of power session with one of our amazing industry Mentors - that's where the magic happens! MINI COURSES If you're up for a Mini-Course, check out our Start and Scale Studio on our Fashion Equipped website and explore Start your Sourcing Strategy, Startup Cost Analysis, and Tech Pack Development. You can find Fashion Equipped over at: Instagram: @fashionequipped @startyourfashionbusine