In this episode, Allison Raley, AGG’s Women in Tech Law co-chair, is joined by Tia Robinson, TEDx speaker and founder of Vertical Activewear, to discuss how mindfulness, sustainability, and innovation are shaping the fashion and apparel industry.

Allison and Tia explore the legal and business considerations behind launching Georgia’s first B Corp certified apparel manufacturer and how brands can implement strategic changes to meet growing ESG expectations. Tia also shares the inspiration behind her “10% Shift” concept, which encourages changes by consumers, brands, and manufacturers to reduce fashion waste and build a healthier ecosystem.

In this episode, AGG Women in Tech Law attorneys Allison Raley and Paula Nagarajan break down the essential legal steps founders should take before approaching investors, key protections to negotiate in equity deals, and common legal obstacles in M&A transactions for venture-backed startups.

Their conversation also offers legal insights on securing funding and successfully navigating high-stakes transactions.

In this episode, Allison Raley, AGG’s Women in Tech Law co-chair, is joined by Kelley Chandler, AGG Corporate & Finance and Privacy & Cybersecurity attorney, to discuss strategies for monitoring regulatory changes in the tech industry amid the new administration in the U.S.

Allison and Kelley provide guidance on best practices, including the importance of education on state and federal laws and agencies governing the tech industry, creating industry relationships and partnerships, leveraging AI, and more.