Let's work to make the world more inclusive!
Looking to make a real impact with your team, community program, or podcast? Hire me to speak!
Whether it’s creating educational materials for gender-diverse programs, leading engaging sessions on LGBTQIA+ inclusion, or being a dynamic guest on your podcast, I’m here to help.
Let’s collaborate to foster understanding, spark important conversations, and build inclusive environments where everyone feels valued. Reach out today, and let’s create something that makes a difference!
rae@origamicustoms.com
Key Topics
Gender Diversity in the Workplace: Practical strategies for creating truly inclusive spaces.
Sustainable Fashion: Why slow fashion matters and how ethical practices make a difference.
Building Inclusive and Ethical Companies: Lessons learned from founding Origami Customs.
Gender-Affirming Clothing: How fashion can foster confidence and gender euphoria.
Advocacy and Allyship: Supporting 2SLGBTQIA+ communities in meaningful, impactful ways.
Gender Diverse Education: Creating educational content to support marginalized communities.
Rae’s work has been featured in hundreds of major publications such as The New York Times, Teen Vogue, Bustle, and Buzzfeed.
They’ve built a devoted community and social media following and their work resonates deeply with audiences seeking representation and authenticity.
Rae has also won and been a finalist for multiple awards, championing their work as a 2SLGBTQIA+ community member and ethical and sustainable entrepreneur.
Awards
Beyond fashion, Rae is a sought-after speaker and educator.
As a trans entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience, Rae combines their lived experience with professional expertise to inspire and educate audiences.
They have led workshops and created educational content for many organizations such as Trans Lifeline, Point of Pride, FOLX Healthcare, and more, offering actionable insights into gender diversity, inclusivity, and community building.
Whether on a podcast, panel, or stage, Rae brings a unique blend of warmth, wit, and expertise that empowers audiences.
- Intersectional Identities in Health Care at Raritan Valley Community College
- Gender-Affirming Care for Trans-Integral Networks and Organizations for Canada’s 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce
- Exploring Nonbinary Transgender, with the Unsuitable Podcast
- Tuck with Confidence, Educational workshop with Point of Pride
- Fashion Outside the Binary, Educational workshop with Plume Health
- Ways to support the Queer and Trans Community, with the Backpack Show
- Sole Founder of a trans and sustainable fashion brand and educational resource company, Origami Customs
- Creator of the Origami Customs Community Resource Program, creating a network of over 100 NGOs
- Educational Content Creator for various organizations such as Point of Pride, TransCare+, FOLX Health, Plume Health, and Origami Customs
- CGLCC Keynote Speaker for the OUT Business Mentorship Program
- Award Winning Advocate- Winner of the 2023 MMODE Fashion Award for Diversity and Inclusion, the 2024 SXWA Sexual Wellness Award for Gender Diversity, the 2024 CGLCC 2SLGBTQI+ Business of the Year, and the 2025 “Inspiring Person of the Year” from the Inspire Awards, 2025 BASA Awards Winner of the “Best Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiative”
- Judge for the CGLCC Business Leadership Awards 2025
- Keynote speaker and panellist for several conferences, such as the University of Victoria’s “Moving Trans History Forward Conference,” CGLCC’s “Out for Business Mentorship Program,” Calgary’s “Fat Liberation Conference,” University of Florida’s “Health + Wellness Initiative” Conference, the National LGBTQ Task Force’s “Creating Change” Conference, the “Rainbow Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub” Conference, TransPride “YOUniting Health & Wellness” Conference, “Queer History Month Panel Discussion for McGill University”, and more. 2SLGBTQI+ Business of the Year
- Educator for post-secondary institutions such as McGill University, University of Victoria, Vanier College, École de Technologie Supérieure (College), Raritan Valley Community College, and more
- Finalist for the 2023 MMODE Fashion Award for Employer of the Year, 2024 CGLCC Young 2SLGBTQI+ Entrepreneur of the Year, the 2024 CGLCC 2SLGBTQI+ Community Impact of the Year, 2025 Young Entrepreneur of The Year
- Featured in hundreds of publications, podcasts, and panels.
Let’s Work Together to Inspire Change
Rae offers a variety of formats to engage with your organization or audience:
- Workshops: Interactive sessions tailored to your team’s needs, focusing on actionable strategies for inclusion and sustainability.
- Keynotes: Inspiring talks blending personal stories with practical insights.
- Panels: Thoughtful contributions to discussions on LGBTQIA+ advocacy, ethical fashion, and community support.
- Podcasts: Engaging and relatable conversations for listeners looking to learn and grow.
