The Outsiders Perspective

"This programme is made for people who look like me, to pivot into industry” The Outsiders Perspective is a pioneering organisation committed to transforming the luxury, fashion, beauty and media industries with highly skilled diverse talent from alternate industries. We're excited to share that the Spring programme is now open for applications! Our Accelerator Programme is a not-for-profit platform that supports and enables the career transition of skilled, professional, people of colour with an existing knowledge base and passion to work in industry. Partners include: Alexander McQueen, ASOS.com, Burberry, CHANEL, Deckers Brands, dunhill, lululemon, Mulberry England, Paul Smith, Tiffany & Co. and The Business of Fashion. Supported by: British Fashion Council, Deloitte, Mayor of London and Walpole. Applications close 2nd March 2025, apply now: https://lnkd.in/gQvhXisn

“The luxury industry is extremely competitive, making it difficult for even seasoned professionals to break in. Diverse teams bring a wider range of experiences and perspectives to the table. This diversity has proven to foster innovation, a quality crucial for the omnichannel success of luxury brands” Jacqueline Au-Yeung, VP Omnichannel EMEA at Tiffany & Co. Our accelerator programme is a not-for-profit platform that supports and enables the career transition of skilled, professional people of colour with an existing knowledge base. Discover the criteria and apply today!

"The mission of The Outsiders Perspective is to revolutionise the fashion, luxury and beauty industries by providing unparalleled access to a diverse pool of highly-skilled professionals," said Jamie Gill, founder of The Outsiders Perspective – our latest partner organisation. To learn more about his career journey, his mission, and his most rewarding moments with The Outsiders Perspective so far, read our interview here: https://lnkd.in/eYNsEqiF

“I’m going to come out of here not only with not only prospects for my future but genuine connections” We caught up with Chloe, Cohort 5 candidate, behind the scenes of our autumn programme to discover how the experience has built community amongst the candidates. Meet likeminded individuals to build your professional community, and apply to our next spring programme. https://lnkd.in/gQvhXisn

Closing the year with our latest campaign to drive innovation and representation in luxury, fashion, beauty and media. How? By enabling highly skilled diverse talent from alternate industries to secure roles and bring crucial fresh perspectives and expertise into operational functions. The Outsiders Perspective Accelerator Programme is a not-for-profit platform that supports and enables the career transition of skilled, professional, people of colour with an existing knowledge base and passion to work in industry.    Partners include: Alexander McQueen, ASOS.com, Burberry, CHANEL, Deckers Brands, dunhill, lululemon, Mulberry England, Paul Smith, Tiffany & Co. and The Business of Fashion. Supported by: British Fashion Council, Deloitte, Mayor of London and Walpole. If you know anybody who has dreamt of working in industry, please encourage them to apply here: https://lnkd.in/gQvhXisn

Applications for The Outsiders Perspective Accelerator Programme are now open. Supported by the BFC, the programme, designed for professionals of colour, main mission is to help skilled professionals gain access to the luxury, fashion, beauty and media sectors. Applications are open for the Spring Programme (April/May 2025) via https://lnkd.in/gwp4PZr8. Deadline to apply is Sunday, 2nd March 2025.

Our Accelerator Programme culminates in a network event, introducing high performing and passionate candidates to our leading brand partners, including Alexander McQueen Paul Smith Deckers Brands Tiffany & Co. For the opportunity to meet senior leadership from these global businesses to support your transition into industry, apply to the programme. https://lnkd.in/gQvhXisn

“That you have to know about every niche designer to know about fashion…” We asked industry leaders, including Nachi Abodou of lululemon and Jacqueline Au-Yeung of Tiffany & Co. what myths exist about the fashion industry. Would you like to be a part of the industry? Join our next accelerator programme! https://lnkd.in/gQvhXisn

Our accelerator programme provides insights from more than 15 industry experts, alongside access to our leading brand partners. Could you be joining the luxury, fashion, beauty or media industry by the end of 2025? Apply to our accelerator programme to make that a reality!

As my mom always said : if you can be anything when you grow up, try to be NICE.