eBay has announced the eight global finalists for this year’s Circular Fashion Fund, and we’re excited to see two Seamless supporters recognised: Courtney Holm, founder of Circular Sourcing, and Patrick White and Gwynn Kijkanakorn, co-founders of software platform Ragpiq.
Ahead of the global winner announcement later in May 2026, Courtney, Patrick and Gwynn will travel to New York City to present their circular solutions in person, alongside the other finalists. The winner will receive the opportunity to secure further investment of $300,000 from eBay Ventures. Over the next month, they will also engage in a period of mentorship and workshops focused on key strategic areas in circular fashion strategies.
Prior to being named finalists, circular clothing organisations from around the world pitched their ideas, showcasing innovative solutions to advance circularity within the clothing industry. In Australia, Danielle Kent, Seamless General Manager, Industry Transformation, was part of the judging panel.
Circular Sourcing
Courtney Holm was named a finalist through her company Circular Sourcing, Australia’s marketplace for designer deadstock and quality surplus. The platform aims to shift the industry towards greater use of surplus and recycled materials, supporting the transition away from virgin resource dependency.
Courtney said, "Circular sourcing should be the norm, not the exception. Too often, materials and trims are not selected with circularity in mind, and the cycle continues—leaving downstream solutions to pick up the pieces.
If we get the design stage right and truly understand the impact of our decisions, we can transform fashion: improving quality, refocusing volumes, and building viable pathways for regeneration and recycling.”
Ragpiq
Ragpiq is a software platform that connects clothing resellers with individuals looking to offload second-hand clothes. The platform aims to streamline resale through AI-powered listings, automation and cross-platform distribution, addressing a deeply entrenched inefficiency in the second-hand clothing ecosystem.
Ragpiq Co-founder Patrick White said, “Second hand didn’t grow because consciousness expanded. It grew because phones got cameras and platforms got easier. The next wave will be AI and better tooling removing friction, not more sustainability sermons. Convenience has always been the actual sustainability strategy.”
We look forward to following their journey as they represent Australia on the global stage and continue to drive innovation in circular clothing.
