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An evening with Valerie Mayén

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and join us for an unforgettable evening with the Project Runway alumna and founder of Yellowcake Shop Clothing Company.

Valerie Mayén is a Latinx powerhouse who's passionate about creating superior-quality garments, handmade in the heart of the Midwest for everybody and every body. She is the founder, owner and lead designer of Yellowcake Shop Clothing Company, known for its signature line of handmade, socially responsible women’s outerwear and accessories with a mission to alleviate social issues and environmental challenges here and abroad.

Pop-up Exhibit - 6:30 - 8:05 PM 
Yellowcake Shop will provide samples garments to touch, feel and try on. 

Fireside Chat - 7:00 PM
Valerie will talk about her life and career with Alisha Caraballo, CCPL's Talent Manager. 

Audience Q&A - 7:35 PM 
Stick around after the Fireside Chat for a Q&A session with Valerie. 

About Valerie Mayén

Valerie is the CEO and founder of Yellowcake Shop Clothing Company, a signature line of handmade, socially responsible women’s outerwear and accessories with a mission to alleviate social issues and environmental challenges here and abroad. A native of Corpus Christi, Texas, she moved to Cleveland to study illustration and graphic design at the Cleveland Institute of Art. Valerie launched Yellowcake Shop in 2009, and was featured on the eighth season of the TV show "Project Runway" in 2010. A past Cleveland Arts Prize winner, Mayén mentors aspiring designers and collaborates with local Latino-focused organizations while promoting sustainable fashion. She’s also passionate about teaching women financial literacy.