Kristi Soomer

Kristi Soomer is a visionary entrepreneur and sustainability advocate, known for her work as the Founder and CEO of the slow fashion brand Encircled since 2012. With a background in management consulting, retail, and supply chain management, Kristi brings a wealth of expertise to the sustainable fashion space.

Holding an MBA from the Queen’s University and a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Western University prepared her for the challenges of disrupting the traditional fashion industry. Encircled, under her leadership, has become a beacon for ethical production, eco-friendly materials, and versatile garment design.

As a Certified B Corporation, Encircled exemplifies Kristi’s commitment to making a positive impact on the environment, her team, and her customers. A sought-after speaker and thought leader, Kristi shares her insights on sustainable fashion at conferences, events, and podcasts, inspiring others to embrace conscious consumption.

Kristi Soomer’s dedication to her community, philanthropic efforts, and passion for ethical practices are demonstrated through her coaching and online education business at kristisoomer.com where she helps up and coming entrepreneurs learn how to scale their business through coaching, a podcast, facebook community and mentoring.