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OUR MISSION

BRAG is a non-profit organization that works to achieve diversity in retail-related industries by preparing students, professionals, and entrepreneurs of color for executive leadership and impactful careers.

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP

Our community receives access to professional development, networking, and exclusive job opportunities in fashion, retail, and related industries. Membership benefits include invitations to BRAG’s meeting series, which features stellar speakers, seminars, and panel discussions.

SCHOLARSHIP & AWARDS GALA

Our annual fundraising event recognizes the achievements of exceptional individuals in fashion, retail, and related industries who support BRAG’s mission. Through this effort, BRAG has awarded more than $1 million in scholarships to students with financial need who have achieved academic success.

SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

BRAG’s Summer Internship Program is a comprehensive initiative created to expose college students to working in retail, fashion, and related industries. In addition to traditional internship experience, BRAG’s program also offers professional development training.

COLLEGE CHAPTERS

Established in 2001, BRAG College Chapters offer high-potential candidates a strategic pipeline into BRAG’s scholarship and internship opportunities. Today, BRAG College Chapters can be found on eight campuses nationwide.

OUR INITIATIVES

BRAG provides opportunities, guidance, and support to college students and working professionals of color via our Professional Memberships, Summer Internship Program, nationwide College Chapters and Annual Scholarship & Awards Gala.

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