Hamilton Perkins

Hamilton Perkins is a dedicated sustainable fashion entrepreneur, best known as the founder of Hamilton Perkins Collection (HPC). Since its inception in 2014, he has pioneered the creation of designer bags and accessories from upcycled materials, including recycled plastic bottles, pineapple leaf fiber, and billboard vinyl. His efforts are driven by a commitment to environmental sustainability and circular economy principles, aiming to reduce waste and create value from discarded materials. HPC is a certified B Corporation and has garnered significant media attention and prestigious partnerships. hamiltonperkins+3

With a strong background in finance and marketing from his early career at Bank of America Merrill Lynch and Merrill Lynch, Hamilton Perkins has a solid business acumen that underpins his entrepreneurial ventures. This foundation, combined with an MBA from William & Mary and a BS from Old Dominion University, has equipped him with the strategic and leadership skills necessary to grow a socially conscious business. His educational journey included international travel, broadening his global perspective. huffpost+2

Perkins is actively engaged in the cleantech and startup ecosystems, evidenced by his roles as a LabStart Fellow, an alum of the Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator (LACI), and his participation in Techstars Atlanta. He is also a winner of the Black Ambition Prize, presented by Pharrell Williams, and an advisor/investor in other innovative companies like Instant Biologics® and TrueRisk Labs. His recent activities include exploring AI applications for sustainability and participating in climate-focused events and pitch competitions. arcgis+5