Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Textile And Design Skills
Fashion Beauty And Business Skills
Affiliations And Representation
Notable Design And Beauty Work
Locations
Awards
Textile And Design Background
Languages
Interests
Timeline
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Sally Torpey

Laurel,MD

Summary

Cultural Innovator | Generational Wealth Creator | Visionary Leader in African Fusion Fashion, Art, Beauty, and Craft

A passionate cultural innovator and advocate for generational wealth creation, blending African fusion fashion, art, beauty, and craft into transformative business models. Driven by a deep love for leadership and strategic thinking, I am committed to reshaping industries through the power of creativity and cultural heritage. With a strong understanding of market analysis, business development, and financial planning, I create impactful solutions that foster growth, empower communities, and celebrate the richness of African traditions. My work is dedicated to building a future where innovation and culture intersect to generate lasting change and wealth.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Founder & CEO

Sallet Fashion House
08.2010 - Current
  • Company Overview: Leads a globally recognized Afrocentric fashion brand specializing in high-end, premium, and ready-to-wear apparel
  • Oversees fashion manufacturing, merchandising, and retail strategies
  • Market entry for African apparel and expands African fashion exports worldwide
  • Leads a globally recognized Afrocentric fashion brand specializing in high-end, premium, and ready-to-wear apparel
  • Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers, reducing costs while maintaining product quality.
  • Developed strong partnerships with key industry players, contributing to an increased market presence.

Founder & Creative Director

Be Creative Global
01.2023 - Current
  • Company Overview: Provides creative consulting for fashion, art, craft, and beauty brands
  • Specializes in brand development, image consulting, and styling for artists, entertainers, and business professionals
  • Provides creative consulting for fashion, art, craft, and beauty brands
  • Developed strong partnerships with key industry players, contributing to an increased market presence.
  • Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers, reducing costs while maintaining product quality.

Partner & Exclusive Representative

Woodin
08.2024 - Current
  • Company Overview: Oversees U.S
  • Retail and distribution for Woodin, a premier African textile and fashion brand
  • Leads market expansion strategies, shop-in-shop implementation, and product merchandising in the U.S
  • Oversees U.S
  • Retail and distribution for Woodin, a premier African textile and fashion brand
  • Prepared and presented reports on status of projects and initiatives.

Partner

Alpha Beauty Supply LLC
10.2024 - Current
  • Company Overview: Collaborates in the distribution and retail of beauty and personal care products for African and diaspora communities
  • Supports market expansion strategies and product development in the beauty industry
  • Collaborates in the distribution and retail of beauty and personal care products for African and diaspora communities

Founder

African Woman Reinvented
01.2023 - Current
  • Company Overview: Created a platform dedicated to empowering African women in business, leadership, fashion, and creative industries
  • Created a platform dedicated to empowering African women in business, leadership, fashion, and creative industries
  • Developed strong partnerships with key industry players, contributing to an increased market presence.

Founder

Sympathy International
08.2002 - Current
  • Company Overview: Established a humanitarian organization focused on community development, women’s empowerment, and social impact initiatives
  • Established a humanitarian organization focused on community development, women’s empowerment, and social impact initiatives
  • Drove revenue growth with targeted sales initiatives, understanding and leveraging market trends effectively.

Education

Associate of Arts - Fashion Business Certificate

Parsons
New York
09.2025

Fashion Design - Apparel & Textile Production

National Vocational Training Institute
Ghana
10-2008

Textile - Batik Tie Dye Making - Batik & Tie-Dye

GRATIS Foundation GH
Cape Coast
01-2008

Hairdressing - Beauty & Haircare

National Vocational Training Institute
Ghana
01-2004

Leadership Certificate - Leadership

Africa Leadership Institiute
Accra
10.2003

University Practice Secondary School -

University Practice Secondary School
Cape Coast
09.2002

Skills

  • Fashion Design
  • Hairdressing and Styling
  • Business Strategy & Entrepreneurship
  • Textile Design - Batik Tie and Dye Making

Textile And Design Skills

  • Batik & Tie-Dye Making – Expertise in traditional African fabric dyeing techniques.
  • Textile Design & Fabric Innovation – Creation of unique prints and patterns for high-end fashion.
  • Color Theory & Blending – Mastery of vibrant hues and sustainable dyeing methods.
  • Handcrafting & Textile Production – Skills in developing handcrafted textiles for fashion and decor.
  • Fabric Merchandising & Retail Strategy – Knowledge of market trends and consumer preferences.
  • Textile Manufacturing Processes – Understanding large-scale textile production for fashion brands.

Fashion Beauty And Business Skills

  • Fashion Design & Trend Forecasting – Designing Afrocentric, luxury, and contemporary collections.
  • Creative Direction & Brand Development – Leading fashion, beauty, and lifestyle brands.
  • Business Strategy & Entrepreneurship – Strong leadership in business growth and market expansion.
  • US Market Entry & Export Development – Successfully introducing African apparel and beauty products to global markets.
  • Merchandising & Retail Management – Expertise in product placement, pricing, and sales strategy.
  • Project Management & Business Development – Effective execution of large-scale initiatives.
  • Public Speaking & Industry Representation – Advocacy for African fashion, beauty, and textile industries.
  • Women’s Empowerment & Capacity Building – Championing initiatives for women in business and creative industries.
  • Event Planning & Strategic Partnerships – Organizing global fashion, beauty, and leadership events.
  • Textile Sourcing & Sustainability – Promoting eco-friendly and ethical textile production.

Affiliations And Representation

  • Africa Ambassador & Partner, Global Fashion Business Alliance, Miami, FL
  • Regional Treasurer, Association of Ghana Industries, Accra, Greater Accra Region
  • Africa Representative, Center for International Trade Development – Miami (Fashion, Art, and Craft), Miami, FL

Notable Design And Beauty Work

  • Designer for Grammy Award Winner & Roc Nation's First Gospel Artist, Victory Boyd
  • Designer for Former President of Ghana, H.E. John Agyekum Kufuor
  • Designer for Dr. Spirit
  • Partner to Prof. Eleanor E. L. Earl (Entertainment Industry Leader)

Locations

  • Miami, FL, 33101
  • Accra, Greater Accra Region

Awards

  • AWULA African Women of Uncommon Achievers Award Winner
  • Named Twice Among Africa’s 100 Most Influential Young Leaders

Textile And Design Background

Trained at Gratis Foundation GH in Textile & Design, specializing in Batik & Tie-Dye techniques., Expertise in fabric creation, color blending, pattern design, and handcrafting techniques for textiles. Develops unique textile prints and designs that merge African heritage with contemporary trends.

Languages

English
Ewe
A1
Fanti
Twi

Interests

  • I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
  • Creating digital artwork using software like Photoshop, Illustrator, or Procreate
  • Digital Art and Animation
  • 3D Printing
  • Road Trips
  • Participating in cultural exchange programs and homestays
  • Cooking
  • Baking
  • I like trying new recipes and food trends
  • Advocacy Campaigns
  • Fundraising Events

Timeline

Partner

Alpha Beauty Supply LLC
10.2024 - Current

Partner & Exclusive Representative

Woodin
08.2024 - Current

Founder & Creative Director

Be Creative Global
01.2023 - Current

Founder

African Woman Reinvented
01.2023 - Current

Founder & CEO

Sallet Fashion House
08.2010 - Current

Founder

Sympathy International
08.2002 - Current

Associate of Arts - Fashion Business Certificate

Parsons

Leadership Certificate - Leadership

Africa Leadership Institiute

Fashion Design - Apparel & Textile Production

National Vocational Training Institute

Textile - Batik Tie Dye Making - Batik & Tie-Dye

GRATIS Foundation GH

Hairdressing - Beauty & Haircare

National Vocational Training Institute

University Practice Secondary School -

University Practice Secondary School
Sally Torpey