The Garment District Alliance & E-Com Fashion

GDA’S BDC PROGRAM

E-Com Fashion & Garment District Alliance (GDA)

E-Com Fashion partners again with the Garment District Alliance (GDA) (5th program year cycle) to offer free e-commerce consulting services to Garment District businesses through the Business Development Collaborative (BDC) Program funded by the GDA.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

  • Free Consulting Services:
    Funded by GDA (Garment District Alliance) to revitalize the NYC Garment District.

  • 5th Program Year Running:
    Renewed to continue supporting and sustaining New York City’s Garment District business community through 2026.

  • E-Com Fashion:
    E-Com Fashion in partnership with the GDA - providing e-commerce services to selected garment district businesses under the GDA’s BDC program.

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E-Com Fashion’s BDC SERVICES

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We offer consulting services and support to help you scale your business under the GDA’s BDC program.

Consulting Service Topics:

  • Branding & Design

  • Social Media Marketing

  • Lead Sourcing and Generation

  • Team Scaling

  • Cold Calls and Email Marketing

  • CRM and CMS Systems

  • Search Engine Optimization

  • Artificial Intelligence and Automations

  • Training / Workshops

  • E-Commerce / Website Development

We'll keep you updated with industry strategies that work. Plus, you'll get access to complimentary resources and referrals to other BDC programs.

OUR MOST POPULAR BDC SERVICES

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Search Engine Optimization (SEO):

Optimize your website to rank higher in search engine results, increase organic traffic, and improve online visibility.

We provide comprehensive SEO website audits that identify technical issues, missing alt tags, and opportunities to improve your site’s search performance and accessibility. Our audit reports include a detailed list of site errors, recommended improvements, and image alt tags to support better ADA compliance.

Whether this is your first audit or you’ve done one before, a current SEO audit helps ensure your website remains optimized and competitive.

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Lead Sourcing & Generation Services:

Lead Generation and Sourcing:
We find potential leads for your business during the program period suitable for your business (e.g. fashion retail buyers, boutique owners, C level managers, designers, manufacturers, etc.). Includes business contacts, emails, and decision-maker information.

Email Marketing Automations:
We set up and run your email marketing campaigns from the leads we provide to make your outreach easier and organized.

Note: Certain eligibility requirements must be met to qualify for these services.

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Application Period:

March 1st, 2026 – November 1st, 2026

APPLY HERE

BDC PROGRAM GOAL

Equip businesses with digital tools, strategies, and processes for scaling and success. Apply online to be one of the 35 beneficiaries.

The BDC (Business Development Collaborative) program includes a business review session, consulting sessions, and access to complimentary resources, services, leads, referrals, and other BDC program providers.
Learn more at GDA’s BDC program.

FAQ

How to Apply?

Fill out the online application form by accessing the application form link below. Then schedule a 30-minute phone interview to determine eligibility and program fit.

Cost:

Free for NYC’s Garment District businesses.
Funded by Garment District Alliance (GDA).

Eligibility:

Active businesses in NYC’s Garment District
(35th–41st Streets, 5th–9th Avenues).

Program Duration:

January 1st 2026 – December 2026
For 35 selected garment district businesses.

Official BDC Program Website & Partners:

Partners like Custom Collaborative, FIT, ITAC, Kent State, and MINYC provide additional services.

Learn more from the GDA’s Official BDC program website:
https://garmentdistrict.nyc/bdc

Location:

The Garment District (35th–41st Streets, 5th–9th Avenues, NYC, USA).

Consultations can be conducted onsite at Workville headquarters but are generally remote meetings using Google Voice or Zoom.

Contact Us

E-Com Fashion Inc.
Email: info@e-comfashion.com
Phone: +1.201.283.8871
www.e-comfashion.com

Apply Online

We are accepting applications from March 1, 2026 to November 1, 2026.
Use the application form link provided below.

ONLINE APPLICATION FORM

APPLY HERE

Any questions or issues with the application and scheduling process,
please let us know:
info@e-comfashion.com

ENRICHING THE
GARMENT DISTRICT

FREE Tailored Business Programs & Services From The GDA

In collaboration with the GDA, E-Com Fashion is providing e-commerce consulting and resources to help craftsmen, workers, entrepreneurs, and business owners grow under the GDA’s funded BDC (Business Development Collaborative) program.
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The Garment District Area (Map)

The Garment District and its diverse business community, is located between 35th and 41st Streets, and 5th - 9th Avenues, NYC, USA.

The Garment District

A short adventure around the Garment District area in NYC
(Past & Present)

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Bronze statue of a man sewing at a machine, located in New York's Garment District, with surrounding buildings and construction sign.
Giant needle and button sculpture in front of a building with windows.
Street signs for 7th Avenue and Fashion Avenue on a metal pole, with a building and blue sky in the background.
A large needle and button sculpture located in New York City's Garment District, surrounded by buildings and people walking on the street.
Outdoor urban plaza with large blue origami-style animal sculptures, people sitting at tables, and tall buildings in the background.
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Colorful origami-style animal sculptures on a city street; a large pink elephant and a green rhinoceros.
Sign in New York City promoting 'Hacer: Transformations' art exhibit by the Garment District Alliance, describing folded metal sculptures.
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Street view in New York City's Garment District, featuring tall office buildings, a street sign welcoming visitors to the Garment District, and cars on the road.
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Need Any Help, Questions or Suggestions?

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CONTACT US

E-Com Fashion Inc.
info@e-comfashion.com
+1.201.283.8871
www.e-comfashion.com
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The Garment District Alliance
+1.212.764.9600
www.garmentdistrict.nyc
GDA Contact Form

Official BDC Program Website:
https://garmentdistrict.nyc/bdc

 
 

GDA’s Business Development Collaborative (BDC) Program

We’re not just for Fashion, but for other businesses types, industries and sectors within the Garment District.

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