Emily Sandberg

Model, Entrepreneur, Brand Strategist, Mentor

Emily Sandberg is a former model and founder of the digital marketing agency Twice Social and also is the founder of Gold Brand Consultants. Trained first as a mime and later as a model, she became a runway fixture in the early aughts and appeared on numerous covers including Italian Vogue, Japanese Vogue, German Vogue, Dutch, and Glamour. Her images have been published in photographer books like Peter Lindbergh’s Portfolio Assouline, Walter Chin’s Work in Progress, and Paolo Roversi’s Nudi. Emily was the face of campaigns for Versace, Fendi, Donna Karan, Clinique, and H&M, The Gap.

She now advises brands, non-profits, and public figures on brand strategy, content, and digital growth. As a mentor, she helps models and creatives build long-term careers through brand development, digital influence, and personal branding.

Emily’s current venture is the American Fashion Association. The AFA provides professional creatives access to the benefits, insurance, discounts, education, and resources they need to expand their careers and protect their futures