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Ep. 74 | Sherry Nguyen: Building Urban Academy Through Art, Fashion & Entrepreneurship

By Breonna Moore · September 19, 2025 · 1:00:05 read

Category: Business & Economy

Show: Moore Than Money Podcast

In this episode, we sit down with Sherry Nguyen — a true multi-hyphenate entrepreneur, director, and artist — to explore the journey behind her clothing brand Urban Academy. Sheri opens up about what

In this episode, we sit down with Sherry Nguyen — a true multi-hyphenate entrepreneur, director, and artist — to explore the journey behind her clothing brand Urban Academy. Sheri opens up about what it takes to fund and scale a fashion business, the challenges and triumphs of producing fashion shows, and how she balances her roles as a creative and business leader. From navigating the business side of fashion to curating cultural experiences through style, Sheri shares the lessons, risks, and rewards of building a brand that’s as bold and versatile as she is.

This conversation is about more than clothes — it’s about vision, ownership, and creating opportunities where art and entrepreneurship collide.