Empowering Young Men
to Believe in Their Future Success
Threads for Success prepares young men during their transition from high school to adulthood. With coaching, guidance, and mentorship from local professionals, they learn to believe in themselves and their ability to succeed in the future.
Our History
In 2006, Detroit clothier and businessman Rob Wachler created Project Pinstripe, an organization dedicated to empowering young men from the inner city with career guidance and professional development. In addition, the organization helped the young men “dress for success” with a custom-fitted suit to wear to important educational and professional events. Project Pinstripe was later renamed Threads for Success and nearly two decades later has provided more than 1,200 men with career coaching and mentorship, as well as $41,000 in scholarship opportunities, helping them build confidence and self-esteem for life after high school.
Learn more about our founder, Rob WachlerEvents
During our annual event in March, nearly 100 high school seniors participate in a series of professional development sessions with local business and industry experts, including mock interviews, career and etiquette training, a job fair, and more. Along with coaching, motivational speeches, scholarship opportunities, and a tailored suit, we aim to inspire these students to believe in themselves and their future success.
Learn more about our eventsBoard members
Threads for Success brings together a diverse board of directors whose professional backgrounds span a variety of sectors, including education, healthcare, technology, business consulting, and financial services.
Meet the members of our board