Alumni in Retail & Fashion Industry Network Conversation with Sydney Sadick, SMPA '16 (Online)

Sydney Sadick (SMPA '16), is a TV correspondent and writer concentrating on fashion, lifestyle, and celebrity. She is regularly seen on the Today Show's Hoda & Jenna, E! Daily Pop, Inside Edition, NBC New York Live, among other shows. She is the author of "Aim High: How to Style Your Life and Achieve Your Goals," an indispensable guide to finding your unique style—from the inside out, and host of the daily Instagram live show "Lunchtime with Sydney." Equipped with a strong educational foundation in journalism at GW’s School of Media and Public Affairs and a deep-rooted connection to the fashion industry, Sydney delivers unparalleled expertise and style savvy to every facet of correspondence. From celebrity interviews and live broadcast reporting to her book and dozens of brand collaborations, Sydney’s ability to generate buzz and make fashion accessible to the masses is enhanced by her vibrant, go-getter personality and loyal following.

Alex (GWSB '08) and Michael (CCAS '08) Toccin, New York City-based husband and wife duo, have made their mark in the fashion industry by helping inspire women to feel confident in their style choices and by extension, the other areas of life that are influenced by fashion. The couple has spent 15 years becoming trusted experts in the industry and deeply understand women who love to shop and shop smartly. They launched Stylists to a T as a resource to cut through the noise and carefully curate trends and style advice for their followers. In 2019, Alex and Michael launched TOCCIN [pronounced toss-in], a collection of powerfully feminine work-life-wear separates with a focus on impeccable detailing, expert tailoring, and seasonless fabrics.