Our CEO and President, Kelly Holmes, is no stranger to interviews. This write-up from Voyage Denver is Kelly’s 40th interview detailing her work, life, and lived experience as a Lakota woman, entrepreneur, and fashion icon.
During her talk with Voyage Denver, Kelly shared how she created Native Max and her other creative projects. She highlighted the hurdles she has faced in the fashion industry and the difficulties of gaining recognition as a Native woman in this field. Although challenging, Kelly Holmes has put Native and Indigenous fashion on the map and into the mainstream.
Kelly shared some great resources that have helped push her into the confident and successful woman she is today, as well as what sets her apart from the crowd. She is truly paving the way for Native and Indigenous culture within the fashion world, and her efforts are not going unnoticed.
To read Kelly’s interview with Voyage Denver Magazine, click here.
This year, we celebrate 12 years of Native Max Magazine! See the full magazine archive list here.
