Founders of Phia: Phoebe Gates and Sophia Kianni

Robert Goergen Hall, 480 Intercampus Drive, Rochester, 14620

GDG on Campus University of Rochester - Rochester, United States

Join us to learn about Phia, a sustainability-minded fashion platform start-up from one of its founders.

Oct 30, 11:00 PM – Oct 31, 12:00 AM (UTC)

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About this event

On October 30th, we’ll be joined by one of the incredible co-founders of Phia, a sustainable fashion startup committed to ethical and eco-friendly practices. Phia aims to reshape the fashion industry with a focus on sustainability and responsible innovation, paving the way for a more ethical future.

Phoebe Gates, the daughter of Bill and Melinda Gates, is a social impact advocate deeply committed to gender equality and tech-driven philanthropy. Actively involved with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, she continues her family's legacy in health, education, and poverty alleviation, while using technology for social good.

Together with her co-founder, Sophia Kianni, a climate activist and founder of Climate Cardinals, Phia is driving change in both fashion and sustainability. 

Food Provided (Pizza and snacks will be provided!)

📅 Date: October 30th

⏰ Time: 7:00 to 8:00 PM EST

📌 Location: Goergen Hall 101 - Sloan Auditorium 

When

When

October 30 – 31, 2024
11:00 PM – 12:00 AM (UTC)

Speakers

  • Phoebe Gates

    Phia

    Founder

  • Sophia Kianni

    Phia

    Founder

Organizers

  • Gabrielle Nemer

    Organizer

  • Lucy Yang

    Technical Lead

  • Krish Jain

    Technical Lead

  • Arelis Palou

    Publicity Chair

  • Grace Li

    Business Manager

  • Deniz Deryaoglu

    Secretary

  • Hailey Wong-Budiman

    LinkedIn Manager

  • Abylay Iskakov

    Event Manager

  • Ziyu Zhao

    Tech Lead

  • Rory Brennan-Jones

    Tech Lead

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