About Us

Lubna Najjar is an accomplished entrepreneur, brand developer, and fashion designer, with over a decade of experience in the fashion and brand development industries. As the founder of IL Moda Brand, LLC (2012-present) and Her Denim, LLC, she has played a pivotal role in building and launching over 150 fashion brands, focusing on contemporary and influencer-led labels. Lubna was the curator and developer of the official Fashion District in downtown Columbus, Ohio, showcasing her ability to shape and drive industry initiatives on a large scale. Lubna now serves on the Board of Directors for the Miami Design Chamber of Commerce in Miami, FL, and BBB of South East Florida serving 240,000 businesses.

Martu E. Freeman-Parker is the founder and CEO of M.E.F. Productions LLC, a comprehensive media production company specializing in fashion shows, photoshoots, and events. With deep knowledge of Latin American markets and cross-cultural business strategies, she has established herself as a key connector in Miami's international business community. Her expertise in event production and cultural bridge-building makes her invaluable to the chamber's growth and outreach efforts.

Atiba Madyun is a seasoned business leader and entrepreneur with extensive experience in strategic planning, operations management, and community development initiatives. As the founder of The Madyun Group, he brings decades of expertise in business development, financial management, and organizational growth. His strategic vision and operational excellence make him an invaluable asset to the chamber's financial oversight and growth planning.

Thomas McClure is the visionary founder of Columbus Fashion Council and Fashion Week Columbus, bringing innovative fashion industry expertise and exceptional event management experience to the board. His ability to create and execute large-scale fashion events, coupled with his deep understanding of the fashion ecosystem, provides invaluable insights for the chamber's event programming and industry partnerships.

Olga Largen is a dedicated nonprofit sector leader with extensive experience in fundraising, grant writing, and community outreach programs that drive meaningful social impact. Her expertise in building strategic partnerships and securing funding for community initiatives brings essential skills to the chamber's outreach and development efforts. Her passion for community building aligns perfectly with the chamber's mission to foster collaboration and growth.

Yolanda Vega is a dynamic retail executive and strategic leader with over 20 years of experience driving business growth in the luxury and contemporary fashion sectors. As Director of Stores at Zadig & Voltaire, she oversees high-volume, high-visibility markets, developing top-performing teams that deliver exceptional results. Her expertise spans multi-channel retail operations, team development, brand standards excellence, and strategic business growth across diverse markets. Based in Miami, Yolanda has successfully scaled operations, optimized performance metrics, and built resilient retail ecosystems that consistently exceed targets. Her proven track record in luxury retail leadership and her passion for developing talent make her an invaluable strategic asset to the chamber's business development and retail excellence initiatives.

J. Scott Largen is from Richmond, Virginia and received his Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Virginia Tech. After graduating with honors, he worked in the investment consulting industry in Arlington, Virginia as a performance reporting analyst, serving institutional investor clients including private family offices, universities, pension plans, and international charities. He then attended the University of Miami School of Law where he was a recipient of the Dean's Merit Scholarship. Mr. Largen leads in-house E-Discovery teams for mass toxic tort litigation and has worked extensively with Relativity and Reveal review platforms, holding certifications for Reveal and Brainspace. His unique combination of finance, legal expertise, and technology proficiency provides valuable strategic insight to the chamber's operations and governance.