Ria Pullin
Founder & CEO of Align with Africa and Social Entrepreneur
- Role
- Founder & CEO at Align With Africa
- Location
- Petaluma, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Ria Pullin
I build systems that make people visible. As Founder & CEO of Align with Africa…
Experience
Founder & CEO
Sep 2024 — Present · Petaluma, CA, US
Building the future of ethical luxury fashion through AI-powered custom fitting and blockchain traceability. Positioning Africa as a global leader in luxury innovation: • Launched at Sundance 2025 with $4,500 early sales validation • Secured partnerships with Kenyan government ministries and registered artisan networks • Developed business model for luxury garments ($400-900) with projected 36-41% net margins • Established strategic partnership with Global Tides Group for pan-African market access : • Integrating 3DLook AI fitting technology for precision custom tailoring • Building blockchain traceability system with NFC-enabled product stories • Designing impact model where 20% of profits flow to community organizations chosen by artisans : • Raising $1M seed round to scale across East Africa pilot hubs • Working with local content creators to shift global narratives about Africa through luxury storytelling • Hosted founding team workshop in Kenya, strengthening on-ground partnerships:Creating a model where luxury consumers become stakeholders in African artisan prosperity. Building technology that amplifies traditional craftsmanship without replacing human excellence.
Education
Holy Names University
Bachelors
2005 — 2008
Holy Names University
Master of Business Administration - MBA
2008 — 2010
Skills
- Experienced Home Baker
- Live Hosting
- Acting
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