John Bartlett x Xhibit A

Presented by Culture Coalition

- 90 day cultural residency -

Objective

Integrate John Bartlett’s leadership and his Parsons School of Design MBA students into Xhibit A, shaping an evolving cultural hub that merges design, mentorship, and live experience.

Proposed Involvement

John Bartlett participates as Creative Collaborator / Mentor-in-Residence, making five scheduled appearances over 90 days.

  1. Opening Keynote & Launch (Day 1)
    John Bartlett opens Xhibit A with a short keynote on fashion, purpose, and culture, followed by a media photo moment and informal meet-and-greet.

  2. Parsons MBA Student Design Project: “Cultural Evolution” (Weeks 1–5)
    Parsons School of Design MBA students (Parsons MBA students) design a capsule inspired by Xhibit A’s theme of cultural exchange and sustainability.
    Guided by John Bartlett through two mentorship sessions (Weeks 2 & 4).
    Students collaborate on Culture Coalition × Bartlett Studio merchandise — limited-edition garments featuring a shared design tag or embroidery mark.
    Selected pieces are produced and displayed mid-run.

  3. The Bartlett Studio at Xhibit A (Ongoing)
    A branded creative zone showcasing Parsons MBA student sketches, prototypes, and process videos. Updated weekly to show the evolution of the project.

  4. Industry Roundtable Series (Every Second Sunday, 5 PM)
    Invite-only, 20-person salon moderated by John Bartlett. Discussion themes: “Mentorship in Modern Fashion,” “Design Education & Community,” and “The New Retail Experience.”
    Location: Private lounge area within Xhibit A; recorded for short digital recaps.

  5. Limited Tiny Team Rescue Fund Activation (Date TBD)
    An in-space limited residency or product activation centered on John Bartlett’s Tiny Team Rescue Fund and related products — in the spirit of past collaborations such as with Todd Oldham — to highlight his advocacy side and create a purpose-driven retail moment.

  6. Closing Showcase & Press Moment (Final Weekend)
    Presentation of the student capsule and John Bartlett’s reflections on mentorship. Media, CFDA members, and select press invited.

About Culture Coalition

Culture Coalition is a global creative alliance that activates the spaces where culture, commerce, and community converge. We bring together independent voices and institutional power to build immersive experiences, pioneering new ways for brands and creators to show up in culture with intention and relevance. Through strategic collaborations and storytelling-led moments, we help shape not just what’s present — but what’s next.