Industry Social Club | Retail

Industry Social Club returns for a second season! Join us on Wednesday, November 19 for a discussion on, Retail.

Retail is more than just shopping—it’s a powerful driver of how cities grow, connect, and thrive. From family-owned stores and public, main street markets, retail shapes Baltimore’s economy, culture, and neighborhoods. This edition of the Industry Social Club invites professionals, creatives, and entrepreneurs to consider how retail impacts our daily lives and our city’s future. Through interactive conversation and shared stories, we’ll explore the ways retail can lift up communities, create opportunity, and reflect the changing character of Baltimore

Industry Social Club is a free, monthly, after-hours program for local professionals, creatives, and influencers in various industries to cultivate connections that drive success. Topics examine contemporary trends in industry, both locally and nationally. The series explores industries as diverse as fashion and textiles, hospitality, healthcare, and LGBTQIA+ in the workforce, embracing a diverse spectrum of talents and backgrounds. Learn more about Industry Social Club here.

Andy Cook is the founder and former Executive Director of Made In Baltimore. Working at the intersection of cultural programming and community and economic development, Andy’s work aims to strengthen communities by uplifting creative entrepreneurship of all types.

Brianne Latrice is a cultural producer, experience designer, and community builder based in Baltimore. As founder of BLK ASS FLEA MKT, she creates spaces centering Black creativity, entrepreneurship, and storytelling. Her work bridges arts, culture, and community, amplifying Black voices and cultivating opportunities for connection, wellness, and collective growth.

Marcus Cheatham currently serves as Director of Product at Under Armour, where he leads the creation of next-generation athletic apparel and gear across global markets. With a background in creative leadership and product development, he blends innovation and performance to bring technical solutions to the sporting world. Based in Baltimore, he is also active in mentorship and community engagement, helping shape the future of design and diversity in the industry.

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