Strategic Partnership Inquiry

Strategic Partnership Inquiry
Strategic Partnership Opportunities

(DE-FI) Global INC is building is on the move and growing fast! From launching Dayton’s first fashion design school to advancing regional workforce development through garment manufacturing, sustainable innovation, agriculture, STEM, and entrepreneurship, our strategic partnerships are rooted in purpose and impact.

This form is for businesses, organizations, and institutions looking to collaborate in meaningful, forward-thinking ways aligned with our mission. We welcome partners across education, agriculture, science, technology, wellness, fashion, sustainability, and creative industries.

Please note: We do not accept partnerships related to the pharmaceutical, cosmetic surgery, body modification, or permanent makeup industries, as they do not align with our programming and values.

If your vision aligns with ours, come grow with us!
Section 1: Company Profile
Business/Organization Name:*
Primary Contact Person Name:*
example@example.com
Job Title or Role:*
Email*
example@example.com
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Website or Social Media Links: If none, type NA:*
Where is your business based? (City, State)*
Section 2: Collaboration Goals
What are your primary goals for partnering with (DE-FI) Global INC? (Multi-select)*

Expand brand visibility and marketing reachSupport youth/STEM/workforce initiativesRecruit diverse, skilled talentHost or co-produce eventsParticipate in grant collaborationsPromote sustainability or circular economy workMentor or support incubator participantsAlign with innovation and entrepreneurshipOther
Which (DE-FI) programs or initiatives align most with your brand?*

Fashion Incubator of Dayton or The Cincinnati Fashion IncubatorDayton or Cincinnati Threads BoutiquesSTEM AtelierFarm to FashionA Generation of (DE-FI)ance (Youth)(DE-FI) Fashion Week / Dayton Fashion Week/Fashion Week of CincinnatiThe House of (DE-FI)ance: A Fashion & Design Co-working ExperienceDreamforce, Brain Dayton, or Build-A-Brand ExperiencesOther
Section 3: Type of Support You’re Offering
What form(s) of support are you interested in providing?*

Financial SponsorshipIn-kind Goods or ServicesVenue AccessMedia/Advertising SupportTechnology or Equipment AccessMentorship or TrainingGrant Partnerships or Naming OpportunitiesJob Postings or Recruitment OpportunitiesProduct or Brand CollaborationOther
Do you have an annual sponsorship budget or specific amount in mind?*
Would you like your sponsorship tied to a specific program or event? If so, which one(s)?*
Section 4: Opportunities You’re Interested In
Which strategic partnership perks are you most interested in?*

Corporate visibility at (DE-FI) eventsHosted experiences during Fashion WeekFeature in Defiance Magazine or media interviewsNaming rights on grant-funded projectsPresenting at Build-A-Brand, Brain Dayton, or DreamforcePosting jobs on Brain Dayton Job BoardServing as a mentor in our incubatorsInternal team training or culture-building via (DE-FI)Other
Do you have upcoming events you'd like us to promote or collaborate on? If yes, please explain.
Section 5: Final Notes
What is one key message or mission your company would like to amplify through this partnership?*
Is there anything else you’d like us to know about your company or your interest in (DE-FI)?*
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Strategic Partnership Inquiry

Section 1: Company Profile

Section 2: Collaboration Goals

Section 3: Type of Support You’re Offering

Section 4: Opportunities You’re Interested In

Section 5: Final Notes