Brooklyn Industries is a cutting edge design company that sells its innovative clothes nationwide exclusively through its retail stores and online website. Founded by visionary artist Lexy Funk in 1998, Brooklyn Industries’ stores engage the local community in art, clothing, design and style. The Brooklyn Industries office, design studio and warehouse are located near the Brooklyn Navy Yard. In 2006, Brooklyn Industries was recognized as a top entrepreneur with Crain’s New York Business’ coated “Small Business Award.” The company also ranked in Inc. Magazine’s 500 list, which highlights the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. In 2009, Brooklyn Industries was honored as a “Green Power Pioneer” by ConEdison Solutions and Community Energy, Inc. in recognition of its commitment to using Wind Power in its stores and office headquarters. Brooklyn Industries continues to grow every year as an innovative and creative vertical retailer that stays true to its Brooklyn roots.