The Outsiders Perspective (TOP) is an action focused organisation with the mission to increase representation in the luxury, fashion and beauty industries.
Combining a unique talent offering with DEI functions, its accelerator programme is a not-for-profit platform funded by industry sponsors, that supports and enables the career transition of skilled, professional, people of colour from alternate industries.
TOP Candidates bring fresh perspectives, diverse and innovative thinking, a wider global consumer knowledge and business rigour, offering a competitive advantage to brands.
THE UK FASHION DEI REPORT - With data from knowledge partner McKinsey & Co., discover the inaugural report published by The Outsiders Perspective, the British Fashion Council, and the (Fashion) Minority Report.
NOT FOR PROFIT - The Outsiders Perspective is a funded accelerator driving action with an immediate business solution.
ACCELERATOR PLATFORM - We equip candidates with the knowledge and network to pivot into roles in the fashion, luxury and beauty industries.
PEOPLE OF COLOUR - Diverse teams perform better and drive stronger financial results. Discover the business case for diversity in our report.
FASHION, LUXURY & BEAUTY - We have a growing list of exceptional brand partners within industry who are committed to driving change. Join our mission.
Become a Candidate
We are looking for dynamic, enthusiastic, and passionate, diverse talent wanting to make the move into a career in the fashion, luxury & beauty sectors.
"Despite only recently launching the programme, Gill has already enlisted the support of numerous prestigious brands and businesses."
“The Outsiders Perspective, an incubator to help talented People of Color to enter the operational side of the business at an elevated level.”
“The initiative will provide mentoring opportunities to people of colour seeking to break into the fashion industry in various fields, such as sales, merchandising, operations, marketing and legal.”
Jamie Gill
The Outsiders Perspective Founder
Jamie Gill is an advisor and consultant in the Fashion, Luxury and retail sectors. He has a professional background in architecture, advisory, consulting, and venture capital, as well as operating fashion & luxury brands.
He is passionate about mentorship and championing emerging British brands on an international level. His commitments to diversity and inclusion are based upon a fundamental belief in a need for positive change and an understanding of how equitable representation is critical to driving business growth.
Become a Partner
Accelerate change with a partnership that is driving representation in fashion, beauty and luxury. Join our growing community of exceptional businesses who are serious about this initiative.