The United States Fashion Industry Association (USFIA) is pleased to support SOURCING at MAGIC, the largest sourcing show in the United States with over 40 countries represented. We hope you’ll stop by our booth and say hello in the Sourcing Hall—and join us at one of our seminars, which are free for anyone with a MAGIC show badge!

Tuesday, February 16 – 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM

Sourcing Creatively from the World’s Resources

Las Vegas Convention Center, North Hall, Level 2, Room N251

Major retailers and brands have access to production locations and opportunities that provide them with insights into the challenges and opportunities for fashion sourcing. Their insights can help smaller to mid-sized firms make intelligent decisions, understand the importance of social and environmental accountability and finally, succeed in sourcing fashion both locally and from international destinations. Today's panel of experts hails from such major players as JCPENNEY and DESTINATION XL. The speakers include:

• Julia K. Hughes, President, U.S. FASHION INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION (Moderator)
• Pamela Y. Hunter, Vice President of Sourcing & USFIA Board Member, JCPENNEY
• Angela Chan, SVP & Chief Sourcing Officer, DESTINATION XL

Tuesday, February 16 – 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

The Trans-Pacific Partnership: Understanding Benefits & Opportunities

Las Vegas Convention Center, North Hall, Level 2, Room N251

The Trans-Pacific Partnership is one of the hottest topics in the industry covering trade between the U.S. and many major textile and apparel producers like Vietnam, Malaysia and Japan. So how can you be sure that you understand what will it mean for your company? Join the experts who negotiated the agreement and hear the details about this far-reaching trade agreement. The speakers include:

• Julia K. Hughes, President, U.S. FASHION INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION (Moderator)
• Bill Jackson, Assistant U.S. Trade Representative for Textiles, OFFICE OF THE U.S. TRADE REPRESENTATIVE
• Joshua Teitelbaum, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Textiles, Consumer Goods, & Materials, U.S. DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE INTERNATIONAL TRADE ADMINISTRATION

Other interesting seminars of note include:

Tuesday, February 16 – 1:45 PM to 2:45 PM

Under Armour’s Innovative Vision, From Local to High-Tech Fashion

Las Vegas Convention Center, North Hall, Level 2, Room N250

Featuring USFIA members Katherine Stein, Director of International Business Development at SGS, and Keith Hoover, VP of Material Process & Color Innovation at Under Armour.

Tuesday, February 16 – 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Footwear Distributors & Retailers of America (FDRA) Presents: The TPP Impact: What the Trans-Pacific Partnership Means for the Global Footwear Supply Chain

Las Vegas Convention Center, South Hall, Level 2, WSA@MAGIC Show Floor, Booth 91400

Featuring Matt Priest, President of FDRA, and speakers from Wolverine Worldwide, Ever Rite International, and Nike.

And, don’t forget to visit USFIA’s International Affiliates and friends to see the latest sourcing trends and innovations.

USFIA Sourcing Supporter PROCOLOMBIA will host several vendors showcasing everything from denim and leather goods, to men’s and women’s tailored clothing, to lingerie, swimwear, hosiery, and more. Click here to download the Colombia show catalogue.In addition, PROCOLOMBIA will host exclusive guided tours of the Colombian companies, led by a Colombian government trade specialist providing detailed information on how to take advantage of the free trade agreement, logistics, and more. The tours are available on the following days and times:

• February 15: 2:00 PM, 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM
• February 16, 17, 18: 10:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 2:30 PM, 4:00 PM

 To sign up for a tour or get more information, contact Silvia Cobos at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

In addition, the Taiwan Textile Federation will host a multi-booth pavilion featuring fashion and functional fabrics, trimming and accessories, and finished garments. For more information, contact Monica Lu at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..