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Episode 105: Reinventing Fashion: Robin Atkinson on Building Upkept & Redefining Repair

26 August 2025

In this inspiring episode of the PowerWomen Podcast, hosts Claire Brown and Gayatri Agnew sit down with Robin Atkinson—arts leader turned entrepreneur and founder of Upkept, a groundbreaking clothing repair and alterations company. Robin shares her journey from nonprofit leadership to launching a scalable, for-profit venture that’s revolutionizing how we extend the life of our wardrobes. From zippers and hems to reducing waste and teaching her kids the value of entrepreneurship, Robin reveals how creativity, resilience, and vision fuel her mission to cha… Video by YouTube channel.

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