ENVSN Fest 2025 transformed a Brooklyn warehouse into the ultimate Gen Z hub, where community, creativity, and culture took center stage. On August 9 and 10, New York’s next generation of creators, leaders, and entrepreneurs gathered for a weekend full of powerful conversations, immersive activations, and intentional connections.
Day one set the tone with standout panels, including “Rich Off Content,” a deep dive into redefining media careers featuring Nandi Howard, Alyssa Ackerman, Ashlyn Daley, and Krystina Ang, moderated by Nana Agyemang. Twitch also hosted a Unity Meet-Up Guild and its own community-building panel, “Stream Queens: Owning the Digital Spotlight.” Moderated by Charlie Davis, aka Espe Symone and featuring Jalon, Wasabiicat, and Kanesa the candid conversation detailed the power of female streamers, chat safety, and building sustainable careers in digital entertainment. Later, Mariah the Scientist took the stage for a keynote chat presented by the Black In Fashion Council, sharing insight into her upcoming album, lessons in love, and her personal evolution in both music and style.
Day two leaned into legacy and digital purpose. the “Digitally Her” panel, moderated by Chanel Spence and featuring Sierra Rena, Yu Ling Wu, and Azzy Milan, explored how digital influence translates into real-world partnerships, business strategies, and authentic branding. Later, Serena Page’s keynote, moderated by Lindsay Peoples Wagner, offered an intimate look at her rise to fame, Love Island secrets, staying true to herself, and most notably, and update on her highly anticipated haircare line.
Throughout the weekend, workshops gave attendees practical tools to fuel their goals. Rare Beauty’s “Make Your Own Rare Moment” offered a personalized fragrance layering experience. Zillow’s “Envsning Your Future” vision board session, led by Amanda George, encouraged attendees to manifest with intention. Black In Fashion Council and Mattel’s “Personal Branding” workshop helped participants develop their aesthetic through self-reflection and moodboarding. Meanwhile, Foot Locker and LEED’s “Cozi Mini Pitch” session gave young entrepreneurs a chance to refine their ideas with guidance from Nuclei founder Donye Taylor and Dosso Beauty’s Kadidja Dosso.
Interactive brand activations elevated the experience. Cash App’s Vision Lab helped attendees explore financial goals through quizzes and custom portraits. Rare Beauty’s immersive experience invited guests to try bestselling products and shop their signature look. Aerie’s Blossom Activation used dried flowers and bras-as-art to celebrate inclusive sizing—inviting attendees to decorate photos with pressed blossoms in a moment of joyful body positivity.
Outside, the creative energy didn’t stop. Attendees browsed a braiding bar by Dosso Beauty, popsicles from Kith, and pop-up shops by a variety of brands like Sammy B, and The Source Studios.
As always, ENVSN Fest was more than just an event—it was a movement. Over two packed days, the space fostered real connection between emerging creatives and the best in media, fashion, business, and tech. It honored Black creativity, nurtured new ideas, and left everyone feeling energized to step into their next chapter.
Plus, we’re not done yet. As a final nod to the creativity that showed up and showed out all weekend long, GU captured The Best Dressed Black Creatives from ENVSN Festival that captures the energy, style, and spirit of ENVSN Fest 2025.