Makers United
Garment District

One of the nation’s most historic manufacturing districts, New York City’s Garment District is home to generations of skilled artisans. To support and elevate these businesses, Nest’s Makers United Program provides free business development resources.

With support from Garment District Alliance, we also partnered with makers to produce short-form films that tell the powerful stories of these enterprises and what is possible within the district.

Our Work

Nest supports artisan and maker businesses with the resources they need to succeed. In the Garment District, this included professional marketing videos highlighting participants’ unique offerings. View the collection of videos to learn more about the businesses and incredible handcrafts being practiced and preserved in the heart of New York.

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About Makers United

Makers United is a subset of Nest’s global network of creative entrepreneurs, elevating the voices of 2,400+ diverse makers in the United States to ensure that the growing American Makers Movement generates opportunity for all makers regardless of gender, race, economic means or ability. All resources provided to members of the Makers United network are free to ensure equitable access and opportunity for all.

Makers United members receive:

  • Access to Nest Connect, an exclusive digital hub featuring a growing library of business development resources prepared by industry experts.

  • Opportunities to participate in in-person local workshops in select communities.

  • In-person and virtual networking opportunities with makers in the US and globally.

  • Access to an online resource directory specifically designed for makers in Nashville.

  • Opportunities to apply for Nest’s more intensive accelerators and financing programs.

  • Consideration for market access and sourcing opportunities with Nest’s growing network of brand and retail partners.

Become a Makers United member to start accessing the free benefits today!

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