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FREE EVENT: Fashion Manufacturing in NY
By Christine Helm, January 5, 2012 7:00 am
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First Annual City Source:
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Fashion Walk of Fame
By Christine Helm, October 24, 2011 9:02 am
Last Wednesday I went to the Induction Ceremony for the unveiling of the 2 new designers to be featured on the Fashion Walk of Fame. Check out the photos below!
Here is a photo of each designer with their designs for reference.
Click the photos for the designer’s bio on Wikipedia.
Donald Brooks
Ralph Rucci
Talking Trade @FIT
By Christine Helm, October 11, 2011 8:48 am
California Law on International Supply Chain
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Katie Murphy Amphitheater, “D” Bldg., Ground Floor
Moderator:
David Uricoli, Senior Director Global Human Rights Compliance, Polo Ralph Lauren
Panelists:
Doug Cahn, Principal, The Cahn Group, LLC, Corporate Responsibility Solutions
Rachelle Jackson, Director, Research and Development, STR Responsible Sourcing
Nathan Fleisig, CSR Sourcing Manager, Outerstuff LTD
Will speak about the changes in California law effective 1 January, 2012 requiring retail sellers and manufacturers to disclose their efforts to ensure that their product supply chains are free from slavery and human trafficking.
For more event information: http://www3.fitnyc.edu/itm/TalkingTrade/Default.htm or call 212-217-4280
Nathan Fleisig teaches SUS 011: Responsible Manufacturing and Product Lifecycle (Fashion) and SXF 210: How You Can Build Your Fashion Business in Today’s Market Climate.
Free Event: It’s not what you know, but who you know!
By Christine Helm, October 5, 2011 7:00 pm
Presenters:
Deb Seidman, President, Green Silk Associates, LLC
Deb works with business leaders to design and implement high-performing organizations. Deb has over 25 years experience both as a consultant and as an internal HR manager in global organizations. She has extensive experience in human capital management, including organization design and change management, team effectiveness, meeting facilitation, performance management, talent management, leadership development and process improvement. Deb holds an M.A. from New York University in Politics with a concentration in International Politics and Business, and a B.S. in Industrial and Labor Relations from Cornell University.Heidi Wooden, Managing Director, The Wooden Hub
Heidi Wooden is the founder of The Wooden Hub, a business strategy and marketing services firm that provides best practices-based, business focused solutions to small and mid-sized organizations. With a commitment to excellence in service, Heidi is responsible for formulating and executing transformational strategies that yield measurable results. She is an accomplished and sought after global marketing executive with 18 years of experience in the technology, financial services, and professional services sectors. Heidi holds an MBA from Columbia Business School, and a B.A. in English Literature from U.C. Berkeley.Offered by the Enterprise Center at FIT, 7th Ave @ 27th St, Suite D130, NYC
Fashion’s Night Out – Recap
By Christine Helm, September 15, 2011 10:15 am
HOT TOPICS INSIDERS spread out in full force on 9/8/11.
Christine Helm (Enterprise Center) checked out the Meatpacking District.
Paige Smith (Continuing Education) checked out Midtown – south.
Joan Volpe (Professional Studies) checked out Midtown – north.
The three of us had similar, yet different experiences. We all had a great time and none of us bought anything, though we were all tempted. And new stores were discovered, if only to us. What did you do for FNO 2011?
Christine Helm:
Checkout the artwork from Ippolita! http://www.ippolita.com/reliquaryartexhibit
Paige Smith:
Outside of Macy's to see Tommy Hilfiger introduce Joss Stone.
Desigual was handing out free reusable bags, definitely a unique store for the 34th Street area.
I was greeted outside of Lord & Taylor by the Jets Flight Crew cheerleaders.
Lines were everywhere; for Ivanka Trump to sign shoes, a raffle box, photo booths, etc. I joined the line for the free martinis.
Then over to check out Solange Knowles spin some tunes in the DJ booth.
It was a fun evening and I think L&T pulled off a very successful evening to draw in the younger crowds, like myself.
Joan Volpe:
Loved BG’s buxom blond transgender greeter, too bad about the poly dress! Next year put her in something fabulous.
Saks with the electric graffiti proved that a grand old store can easily do young and the music was once again the best of all the stores.
Paula Dorf pictured with celeb makeup artist Lenora was making great use of her new space in Bendel’s.
The Swarovski crystal tattoo parlor in the Bendel’s window really made you want to bedazzle yourself.
We caught our very own Master Class instructor – and national make up director for Elizabeth Arden Spas, Lindsay Ebbin in front of their 5th Ave.
Red Door with a team of makeup artists and an array of models showing off glamor looks.
Of course, who could deny that one of the best highlights of the night was the traffic stopping Rockettes’ performance outside the new Michael Kors store and who knows Michael, maybe “Dancing with the Stars” will be your next TV gig?
As to one of the best kept secrets and totally classy cool parties, Paul Stuart on Madison had a great old school prepped up DJ with a super vintage Madras blazer and a relaxed civilized crowd.
Meanwhile our Soho Insider says you could not move and the Meatpacking venue was definitely worth it. Probably the most transformative image award of the night should go to L&T. “Oh My Lord” Way to go!
Grand Central Hosts Casting Call for Retailers
By Christine Helm, May 23, 2011 12:28 pm
EVENT TODAY!
What’s worse for the new entrepreneur than facing NYC rents? They know their customer is here—but who can afford to open a shop in a high foot traffic neighborhood? The solution may be found via the link below. Good for the entrepreneur and good for the customer always looking for something new.
Grand Central hosts casting call for retailers | Crain’s New York Business
The transportation hub is giving entrepreneurs the chance to audition for a kiosk lease.
Read more!
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