The Canvas Global, Inc.

The Canvas 3.0 at Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield World Trade Center welcomed fashion's top executives last week. Our Chief Executive Officer, Devin Gilmartin, spoke on the future of retail as we see it: a blend of digital and physical realities. Thanks to all who participated in the conversation.

Today, Marilin Tammsaar and I had the honor of being invited by Her Excellency Sirje Karis, the First Lady of the Republic of Estonia, for tea at the Presidential Palace in Kadriorg Park. Our visit is the culmination of six months of collaboration between The Canvas Global, Inc., Estonia and more than twenty-five Estonian Designers. The partnership, which launched The Canvas’ Fashion Diplomacy initiative, will continue and strengthen through new activations in the coming months. Photographed by Diana Unt

Estonian Design returns to New York ?? "Estonian Design in Motion" — immersive fashion performance presented by the Estonian Design House ?? This one-of-a-kind event will showcase 14 talented Estonian designers through a dynamic performance by local performers. Mauricio Zelaya, a fashion photographer based in New York City, will be capturing the show as part of the overall concept. In addition to the performance, the event will feature a pop-up collection where attendees can purchase pieces from all the showcased brands. Afterwards, there will be a networking opportunity with drinks, providing a chance to mingle with designers, artists, and fellow fashion enthusiasts. Suprise Guest ?? ?? Brands on Stage: ?? ALPAKA ?? Franz Raver / Susanna Peters ?? Karlotta / Eva-Karlotta Tatar ?? Luxe Hapsal ?? NoNs ?? NORDHALE ?? Oksana Tandit ?? Reet Aus PhD ?? Sokisahtel ?? Tie&Apron / Andres Labi ?? Helena Tikunova ?? TUUB ?? Sandra Luks ?? Xenia Joost ?? The Canvas Global, Inc. Gallery 3.0 RSVP ?? https://lu.ma/be0idr7l

On February 18, with the esteemed hosting of the Turkish Consulate General in New York, we proudly came together for Fashion Diplomacy by The Canvas Global, Inc., a milestone event held in collaboration with Columba New York. For the past five years, we have been dedicated to expanding Türkiye’s fashion and textile presence in the United States, working hand in hand with exporters’ associations and chambers of commerce on numerous impactful projects. Fashion Diplomacy marks a historic moment—the first time Turkish brands have been represented on a diplomatic stage in the U.S. We are truly honored to be part of this initiative, showcasing Türkiye’s rich heritage, craftsmanship, and innovation to a global audience. ???? This is just the beginning! We will continue to elevate Turkish fashion and textiles on the U.S. stage, strengthening connections and creating new opportunities. A heartfelt thank you to all the incredible individuals who made this night possible! Special gratitude to the Turkish Consulate General in New York for graciously hosting us at Turkish House, and to the amazing The Canvas team—Devin Gilmartin, Marilin Tammsaar, Marco Brzozowski, and Frank Chellew —for their invaluable support. A special thank you to our partner at Columba New York, Emily Santamore, for her dedication and collaboration in making this event a success. Here’s to more milestones, stronger partnerships, and an even brighter future for Turkish fashion and textiles in the U.S.! #FashionDiplomacy #TurkishFashion #TextileInnovation #ColumbaNewYork #TheCanvas #TurkishHouse #GlobalExpansion #TradeRelations

There have been a few moments in the nearly seven years since we started The Canvas Global, Inc. where we as a team recognize that everything has changed for us and our mission. Our fall 2024 launch of our first Fashion Diplomacy initiative with the Republic of Estonia was one of them. Tuesday night’s second launch, this time with the Republic of Türkiye at the Turkish Consulate General in New York, was another. The concept of Fashion Diplomacy celebrates the power of culture in uniting people and nations, designers and diplomats. The process of building bridges between people starts with gatherings like this. Marilin Tammsaar and I first developed this concept less than a year ago. To see it come to life so quickly, and in the form of human connection, is one of our biggest accomplishments at The Canvas Global, Inc. yet. Our guests on Tuesday were, in many ways, a tale of the two sides of the island of Manhattan this week. On one side, just across the street, is the East River and the United Nations building, where many of the diplomats and dignitaries who attended work each day, aiming to make the world a more peaceful and prosperous place. Directly across the island, on the West Side, another global gathering took place this week. Thousands of designers and brands were at the Javitz Center, taking part in one of fashion’s biggest trade shows, sharing their creations with the world, and exploring new business opportunities. Both gatherings unite people from different nations, there to represent their respective communities. All of them wear clothing which, in some way or another, depicts the pride, heritage and history of their culture. Fashion, in its unique way, allows us all to be ambassadors of where we come from while communicating, even subtly, where we want to go. The East and West uniting: a metaphor for what we hope for the world now, too. Thank you to the The Republic of Türkiye's Ambassador to the United Nations, Ahmet Y?ld?z, for joining us on this special evening. Thanks to our incredible partners Columba New York, including Irem Kara, Daniel Sercan Kara, Emily Santamore and Ceyda Feyza Kaya for helping open doors for collaboration with incredible Turkish brands. And to the amazing The Canvas Global, Inc. team and community: Steff Vermeesch, Marilin Tammsaar, Derek Stewart, Jason Minyo, Manuela Velásquez Marín, Marco Brzozowski, Julia Bukalova, Frank Chellew, Alexander Goldman, Kyron Thomas, Miguel C., Weston Murphy, Bikram Dang, Mark Justh, Keith Mishkin, Jordan N., MaryAnne Gilmartin, Sam Chandan, David Welsh, Paula Miquelis, Yuri Naumov-Corbera, Jack Hanlon, Patrick Lyons, Eddy Arias, Jan Vermeesch

This Tuesday, February 18th, The Canvas Global, Inc. hosts #FashionDiplomacy at the Consulate General of the Republic of Türkiye in New York, in collaboration with Columba New York. Join us from 6-9 PM. RSVP to [email protected]. Turkish Consulate General in New York

Thank you to the Foreign Minister of The Republic of Latvia, Baiba Bra?e, for meeting with The Canvas Global, Inc. yesterday for an excellent discussion in Riga at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. #FashionDiplomacy Marilin Tammsaar Ulla Zirne PIXIE Won't Play Steff Vermeesch Julia Bukalova Manuela Velásquez Marín Alexander Goldman Kyron Thomas Weston Murphy Derek Stewart Marco Brzozowski Jason Minyo Frank Chellew Jordan N. Bikram Dang Keith Mishkin Patrick Lyons Sam Chandan MaryAnne Gilmartin Mark Justh Diana Grasso

Thanks to Joonas V?nto and Henri R?im of the Estonia Investment Agency for meeting with Marilin Tammsaar and I. We are excited to continue exploring formats for cooperation within The Canvas Global, Inc. projects. Thanks to Ilona Gurjanova and Xenia Joost for your support.

It’s Team Week in NYC for The Canvas Global, Inc. We’re all hands on deck to plan our 2025 and beyond. Special thanks to DAGMARA SZULCE, Managing Director of the International Advertising Association and ?? Buster Scher for stopping by to share their wisdom and expertise on growing global brands. Steff Vermeesch Derek Stewart Marilin Tammsaar Jason Minyo Manuela Velásquez Marín Kyron Thomas Frank Chellew Marco Brzozowski Alexander Goldman Miguel C. Julia Bukalova

Thanks to Helga Osk Hlynsdottir and SERIOUS.BUSINESS for having me on the Founders Meeting Podcast to talk about The Canvas Global, Inc. and our evolution over the last five years. Helga, Sebastian Degenhart, Matteo Lodovico Volani, Paula Espinosa Valarezo, Amadeus Estifanos, Porfirio López and the entire Serious Business team played a key role in the development of The Canvas' brand and mission, and we'll be forever grateful to them. Steff Vermeesch Derek Stewart Weston Murphy https://lnkd.in/e9upKFra