Kering Americas has launched a virtual mentorship program in collaboration with Candace Marie Stewart's Black in Corporate (BIC).

As per Fashion Network, the month-long training pairs Black professionals at different stages of their careers with a mentor at Kering Americas or one of its fashion houses. Departments includes Marketing/Advertising, Project Management/Operations, Human Resources, Financial Services, Media/Communication and Technology, and will give members access to resources, workshops, speaker events and more.

The partnership is the first of its kind for both BIC and Kering Americas, and highlights BIC’s commitment to engage with strategic partners that share values of diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a focus on creating systemic change.

Applications for the program are now open and will close on July 2.

Earlier this month, Kering entered into the rental market via an investment in London-based handbag rental specialist Cocoon. The foray will allow the luxury giant to monitor new consumption habits and digital practices.