Great question ;)

We've all been to those awkward networking events that feel transactional or surface-level. Here's what makes CFC different:

Real expertise, not just random advice. You're not just learning from random strangers on the internet (or getting generic AI tips that you don't know if you can trust). You're getting access to industry experts from organizations like Good On You, Patagonia, Fashion Revolution, and Global Fashion Agenda.

Curated community, not a free-for-all. We review every application to ensure members are genuinely committed to sustainable fashion. This isn't a LinkedIn group where anyone can join and no one actually knows each other. It's an intentional community of people who share your values.

Ongoing support, not one-off events. The CFC Membership is so much more than an individual networking engagement. This is a year-round resource where you can get feedback on your work, ask questions when you're stuck, and build real relationships over time.

We're here to facilitate connections. Through member matching, curated intros, and tagging members in forum discussions, we actively help you connect with the right people (not just throw you into a room and hope for the best).

Think of it less like networking and more like having a team of advisors and peers in your corner.

CFC opens for new members in cohorts. And for our July 2026 cohort, the waitlist is the only way in.

Here's how it works:

Join the waitlist. You'll receive a behind-the-scenes look at CFC over the coming weeks: member stories, expert sessions, and a real picture of what membership looks like day to day.

Doors open July 30. Waitlist members are notified when membership opens. It's first come, first served so being on the waitlist and ready matters.

Pay to join. Select your membership plan — quarterly at $147 or annually at $497 (save 15%) — and complete your member profile. You'll be in immediately.

Settle in. New members are welcomed into the community and introduced to the group. We review new member profiles in the first week to make sure CFC is genuinely the right fit. In the care case it isn't, we'll reach out directly and issue a full refund.

All of our core membership events are virtual, which means you can join us from wherever you can hop on a Zoom call! We have members from five continents currently: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, and Africa.

Most events are hosted on Thursdays in the mornings for Americas and afternoon/evenings for EMEA. We may sometimes host events on other days and times too.

We record all of educational events. And you also will have the opportunity to post your questions or ask for feedback beforehand for any event that contains a Q&A or review portion.

Renewals: You can purchase an annual plan (paid every 12 months) or a quarterly plan (paid every 3 months). Your subscription will renew automatically unless you cancel.

While we would be bummed to see you go, we understand that needs and situations change. You can cancel your subscription through the membership portal directly at any time. No complicated hoops to go through.

Price: We like to take care of our members, so the price you sign up with is locked in for the duration of your membership (unless you are using a temporary offer code). That means that even if the price goes up for new members, your price will stay the same.

We offer global access pricing for members joining us from select countries in the Global South. If this applies to you, please indicate this your application and we will send you more information.

We also have a nonprofit discount. Please indicate that you are a nonprofit founder in your application for this offer.

Also, keep in mind that professional memberships can often be eligible as tax-deductible business expenses for business owners, depending on your business and locale. Please consult your accountant or tax advisor for advice on local laws and individual guidance!

Contact Elizabeth at hello@ consciousfashion.co