“The fact that these girls were being trafficked set in as I realized this was not the type of entertainment we’d signed up for. I was shaken to the core by the dead look of despair in the young girls’ eyes, but from that moment of pain came hope and resolution: something must be done.”

 Micah List said this about an experience he encountered in Bankok. Founder of a new start-up by the name of “TOK Project”, Micah has become an inspirational example of combining personal passion for business with a passion to serve those God calls his servants to love. TOK project originated with hats but has since shifted towards unique men’s ties and bow ties for any and all occasions. Custom bowties, regular ties, or pocket squares can also be ordered. This company has two locations: one in Detroit, Michigan, and the other in Pittsburgh.

With a motto of “Do your Part”, TOK Project incorporates its foundational values through donating 25% of all profits to aid against the fight of sex trafficking in Riga, Latvia. People are sent to build healing relationships with the trafficked girls, educate orphanages and schools about trafficking, raise awareness,and the other in Pittsburgh. and even challenge the men taking advantage of these young women. TOK’s desire is to mobilize a young generation to end human trafficking.

Micah and the TOK Project represent true innovation. He shifted a paradigm by putting together fashion and social justice: a revolutionary and impactful blend. The company seems to target more fashion-oriented young men, but also those who desire to take part in the fight against human trafficking. There are very few companies specifically focused on making unique ties and bowties for men, which differentiates the TOK Project immensely. In addition, the drive of Micah and his team to aid in the social good as well as looking good is fundamental in any startup. To check out Micah’s and the TOK Project’s story and fashion line, check out www.tokproject.com.