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Wright House Of Fashion is the first fashion house in Iowa City that inspires and engages youth in collaborative partnerships with the fashion design community. We create opportunities for youth to build their skills in leadership, teamwork, and citizenship through creative expression. Wright House Of Fashion’s mission is to empower diverse populations with design, fashion, and sustainable principles as vehicles for change so that we develop more conscious people who can then contribute positively to their schools, communities, and the world.

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Welcome to the forefront of design education and consultancy, where we redefine the traditional learning experience. We are more than just an educational facility; we are the new office, and design consultancy dedicated to cultivating brands through innovative merchandise. Specializing in graphic and fashion design, we offer a unique environment where our collective of student designers doesn't just learn — they thrive, gaining invaluable skills and real-world experience. Join us in shaping the future of design, where creativity meets practical application, and every project is a step towards professional excellence.

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Founded by Andre’ Wright

Designer, educator, visionary, community builder, and world traveler who has dedicated his life to diverse populations. A Co-Founder of Humanize My Hoodie, Andre tirelessly worked to develop and grow this global fashion movement, designing hoodies for rappers, national leaders, allies, and youth. Andre has also created and staged fashion shows and workshops nationally, educating thousands about the power of fashion to inspire, empower and spark meaningful conversations. Andre' was named Entrepreneur of the Year by the Junior Achievement Business Hall of Fame in 2021. Andre's work has been featured at New York Fashion Week and promoted by Politico, NPR, Target, Atlantic Records, Warner Music Group, Thisis50, Facebook, and Foot Action.

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Jessie Harper
President

Supportive community member who works with the youth at United Action For Youth

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Parker Dobberson
Treasurer

Architect, and Biking advocate

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Pricilla Culp
Past President

Works at the Iowa City Community School District as apart of the equity team. Recently finished her dissertation on Black liberation.

Shanti Sellz
Secretary

Biology teacher at Tate High School in Iowa City. Loves to be outdoors and everything plants.

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Nanya Walker-El
Vice President

Musician and works at MidwestOne as a community banker.

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Matt Arnold
Marketing & Branding

Marketing and Branding expert.

Tayshauna McGee
Event coordination

Outspoken, radiant and a well educated esthetician.