On June 4, nearly 250 changemakers gathered at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City for Delivering Good’s 2025 Women of Impact Summit. The afternoon brought together leaders across business, beauty, fashion, finance, tech, and sustainability for a day of connection and purpose-driven dialogue.
The Summit opened with remarks from Andrea Moore, Delivering Good Board Member and Summit Co-Chair, who celebrated the collective strength in the room and highlighted the organization’s commitment to measurable impact. In 2024, Delivering Good distributed over 11 million new items, valued at more than $130 million, to communities in need. In the first half of 2025, response efforts to the Los Angeles wildfires alone have surpassed $17 million in new product donations.
Delivering Good’s mission, to help people facing everyday hardship and disaster by providing new essentials with dignity, was reinforced through personal stories shared throughout the event. FIT President Dr. Joyce Brown spoke about her experience volunteering with Delivering Good and seeing firsthand how something as simple as new clothing can restore confidence. High school student Khosi Ahmed reflected on how receiving items through Delivering Good and Glasswing, Inc. made her feel seen and inspired her to pursue a future in fashion.
Board Chair Andrea Weiss spoke to the Summit’s deeper significance. “For 40 years, Delivering Good has been making impact—not just the buzzword, but real impact in the lives of those facing poverty, disaster, and other social challenges. The intersection with the Women of Impact Summit lies in the fact that many of the recipients of Delivering Good’s work are women. When we engage and empower women, we can change entire communities.”
A keynote conversation between Moore and journalist Lisa Marsh explored how curiosity, reinvention, and a willingness to grow are key traits of impactful leaders. Marsh noted the rise in professionals pursuing multiple careers and encouraged the audience to embrace transformation.
The event featured several panels led by industry innovators, covering topics such as visionary leadership, inclusive beauty, sustainability, financial empowerment, and the future of technology. Panelists included leaders from companies such as Salesforce, Mastercard, Paramount, Blackstone Group, TUMI, Apple, and Danessa Myricks Beauty.
During the “Beauty, Unfiltered” panel, 2020 Miss Earth and moderator Lindsey Coffey noted, “The next generation of leaders is not waiting to be handed power, they’re creating it. And beauty, when it’s unfiltered and inclusive, can be a catalyst for real change.”
The day concluded with a fireside chat between Emily Hikade, Founder and CEO of Petite Plume, and Cate Luzio, Founder and CEO of Luminary. Hikade shared her remarkable journey from working undercover in the CIA to leading a nationally recognized sleepwear brand. Luzio, a former banking executive and leading advocate for women in business, offered practical insights on scaling a company with purpose. Their stories reflected the resilience and vision that defined the Summit.
Delivering Good CEO Matthew Fasciano closed the program by reflecting on the day’s energy and reiterating the organization’s commitment to focusing on outcomes beyond numbers. “We’re not just delivering comfort. We’re delivering confidence. We’re delivering dignity, pride, and possibility. We’re delivering hope and sometimes, a whole new beginning.”
In a moving moment, Andrea Weiss announced a $5,000 gift in honor of her mother and encouraged attendees to do the same. “None of us would be here without someone who made an impact on our lives,” she said. “Your donation to Delivering Good can honor someone who shaped your journey, and every name will be featured on our Women of Impact Honor Wall.”
Delivering Good extends sincere thanks to all who made the 2025 Women of Impact Summit possible. Lead sponsors included The Knitwell Group and Macy’s, with additional support from Centric Brands, G-III Apparel Group, and The O’Alliance.
The event affirmed that when women lead with purpose, communities thrive—and the impact only continues to grow.
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