Neel Elsherif

Neel Elsherif is a seasoned figure in the fashion production space, with a multifaceted background in design, manufacturing, and global business. With a BFA from Moore College of Art & Design & Global business Harvard business executive,  Neel's expertise spans from overseeing major accounts in New York's fashion market to mentoring startups and teaching graduate studies. As the founder and CEO of Nile Hudson, she spearheaded charitable initiatives while pioneering eco-friendly solutions in the industry. 

In 2022, she launched Mela, a luxury vegan leather brand, partnering with premium Italian artisans to develop MelaTex™, a plant based sustainable alternative to traditional leather. Mela stands as a beacon of sustainability and style, recently highlighted in Vogue for its commitment to looking good while doing good for the planet & recipient of prestigious Marie Claire sustainability awards.