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A photo of Ritika and Niki Shamdasani. Ritika stands with her hand on the shoulder of Niki, who is sitting to the right of her. Both are looking at each other and smiling. They are in a bright, white walled room with a green plant behind them. A mirror is behind Niki. Ritika wears a green and pink floral blazer. Niki wears a tangerine orange blazer.

Dec 6, 2022

NC State Student Wins Forbes 30 Under 30

A Wilson College of Textiles student has been recognized among the brightest young entrepreneurs, leaders and stars in the nation. 
Wilson College of Textiles alumnus Jeremy Wall ’14

Oct 26, 2022

Wolfpack Connections Led This Alumnus to Entrepreneurial Success Twice

Innovation comes naturally to Jeremy Wall ’14. Even after co-founding and leading two successful organizations, he has maintained his lifelong connection to the college that changed his life. 
Caroline Cockerham left and Laura Tripp right standing in a home

Mar 31, 2022

Commitment to Sustainability, Passion for the Process Inspire Alumni-Founded Business

Laura Tripp and Caroline Cockerham, founders of CICIL, want you to ask about where their rugs come from. 
Meredith Howell

Jan 24, 2022

Meet the Wilson College Student Designing Looks for NBA All-Star Zion Williamson

Fashion and textile management student Meredith Howell's unique take on streetwear has caught the eye of stylists, musicians and athletes. 
Kiana Bonollo

Jul 9, 2021

Kiana Bonollo: Putting Her Fashion Design Experience to Practical Use

Kiana Bonollo, recent graduate from the NC State Wilson College of Textiles, is thankful for all the fashion design opportunities she had to collaborate with other students while at the college. She’s especially excited to put those experiences to practical use as she takes the next steps in her journey. 
Ritika on runway

Aug 11, 2020

Student Entrepreneur Brings South Asian Fashions to Rent the Runway

Fashion and textile management student Ritika Shamdasani and her fashion company, Sani, have launched into the national spotlight after being featured on Rent the Runway. 
Advancement of Women Entrepreneurs events/workshops

Feb 19, 2019

AWE-some Relaunch Supports Female Entrepreneurship

To support women with an interest in entrepreneurship, Advancement of Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) hosts events and workshops focused on networking, skill-building, mentorship and engagement. 
Moriah Mattix, Founder of Seababy

Feb 18, 2019

Aloha! Meet the Founder of Seababy

Written by Nicholas Wommack, Supply Chain Operations student, Poole College of Management  NC State student Moriah Mattix is a young entrepreneur who is striving to change one of the most specific lines of fashion: baby clothing. At the young age of 14, Moriah began her online business, Seababy, that comes with its own unique twist on clothing for… 
Women Entrepreneurs Graphic

Nov 14, 2018

AWE Returns to NC State

Advancement of Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) is an organization that provides networking and engagement opportunities to aspiring entrepreneurs in a woman-focused space.