ThredUp

Thank you Paula Macaggi and the OFFBounds team for having our Co-Founder and CEO James Reinhart on the show! We had a blast discussing all things innovation, the pressure to stay relevant and cool in a fast-paced and ever-evolving fashion and consumer landscape, and how to be a more sustainable brand. We're looking forward to seeing you all at #Shoptalkfall in Chicago! Hopefully, we'll get to indulge in some delicious deep-dish pizza...Shoptalk 👀 🍕 📽️ https://lnkd.in/g2266n4N

A great step in the right direction! According to an article in The Business of Fashion, a new California bill has been passed with broad support from state legislators last month that tackles the growing problem of fashion and textile waste could change the way we dispose of clothes we no longer have use for. If passed, the first-in-the-nation bill, the Responsible Textile Recovery Act, would require producers of apparel, towels, bedding and upholstery to implement and fund a statewide reuse, repair and recycling program for their products, in hopes to ultimately incentivize manufacturers to adopt less wasteful practices and create greener designs. "Since 1960, the amount of textile waste generated in the US has increased nearly tenfold, exceeding more than 17 million tonnes in 2018. A shocking 85 percent of all textiles end up in landfills where they emit methane gas and leach chemicals and dyes into our soil and groundwater. And only about 15 percent of clothing and other textiles gets reused, even though an estimated 95 percent of the materials – including fabrics, yarns, fibres, zippers and buttons – are recyclable." Thank you Josh Newman for tackling such an important issue, and thank you to Victoria Namkung for covering the mandate. Read more on BoF here.

Headed to Shoptalk Fall 2024? Join us for two incredible sessions: 🏃♂️ Our CEO, James Reinhart, will sit down with Sarah Engel of January Digital to discuss driving organizational change with speed and agility. Attendees will gain learn the skills and qualities these two leaders rely on to navigate today's fast-paced consumer landscape. 🤖 Our VP of Product and Data Science, Tess Kornfield, will share insights on her experience implementing generative AI into ThredUp's operations. Get a glimpse into the early results and the potential of this transformative technology. Get your ticket via ShopTalk! #ShopTalk2024 #ThredUp #Leadership #AI #Innovation

"For me, If I can nail capitalism, public company profits, advocacy work to make the world a better place, and build an incredible place that people never want to leave and want to work here for the rest of their lives, that feels like a good legacy..." James Reinhart, cofounder and CEO of ThredUp. From how he built the company from the ground up, to driving positive impact on the world and the people around him, James sits down with Ben Weiss for an episode of LegendsNLeaders to share his vision for ThredUp and the resale industry. Thank you Ben for having us! To listen: YouTube: https://lnkd.in/erc2gD2Y Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eP5VaKR9 Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/esxyHWJX

Another reason why choosing secondhand is better than opting for fast fashion! Thank you Danielle L. Vermeer for the breakdown. In most resale marketplaces, you will find better quality & cleaner materials for sometimes even less than SHEIN TEMU. #shopbetter #shopcircular #choosesecondhand

As we head into the weekend, don't forget to join us in our fight to remove sales tax on secondhand items by signing our petition on Action Network. Currently, many states tax secondhand goods, including thrifted items. That means consumers pay sales tax twice on the same item: once on the initial purchase and again when it’s bought secondhand. Let's make it easier and economically friendlier to shop #secondhand. 🖋 Sign our petition via the link below ♻ Follow ACT (American Circular Textiles) and its members to continue promoting the campaign ↗  Share the petition on social media and tag #EndSecondhandTax

Headed to Reuters Events Marketing & CX Customer 2024 in November? Join our Chief Product and Technology Officer Dan DeMeyere as he shares insights on how to smoothly integrate #AI into your business. Attendees will learn how to continue delivering a seamless experience during the implementation phase, both from an employee and customer standpoint. “As technology and AI innovation advance, it becomes even more crucial for companies to remain connected to their customers’ core needs. This event will be an opportunity for leaders to explore how to continue prioritizing customer-centric AI innovation within their businesses." - Dan DeMeyere, ThredUp. To register for #RECUSTOMER2024, visit https://shorturl.at/jIjp5

We're one week out from FUTR Group North America. Join us as our Co-founder and CEO James Reinhart delves into the transformative power of resale and the impact of AI. You'll hear the latest in trends that are shaping the resale industry, gain insights into evolving consumer behavior across generations, and explore how AI is revolutionizing the resale landscape. Still need a ticket? It's not too late - visit eventbrite below. Hope to see you there #FUTRUS

Thank you Ecotextile News for sharing our news and spreading awareness of this incredibly important petition. It's not too late to sign! The petition has moved from Change.org and is now live on Action Network via the link here: https://shorturl.at/BwnLs

We are honored to be partnering with members through ACT (American Circular Textiles) to launch a nationwide consumer call-to-action to end secondhand tax. Currently, many states impose sales tax on secondhand items, such as clothing, shoes, and accessories, subjecting consumers to double taxation. This policy not only discourages sustainable shopping practices but also hinders the growth of the circular economy. What you can do to help: ♻️ Sign our Change.org petition via https://lnkd.in/encaPiJX 👔 Share the petition on LinkedIn, Instagram, or X and use hashtag #EndSecondhandTax Thank you to Alyssa Hardy at Teen Vogue for breaking the story and helping us raise awareness of this incredible campaign!