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 join us at one of our seminars, which are free for anyone with a MAGIC show badge, as well as drop by our International Affiliates' booths!
USFIA Seminars at SOURCING at MAGIC
Tuesday, February 21, 2017 from 1:00 PM PT to 2:00 PM PT
Trump & Trade
Las Vegas Convention Center, North Hall, Room N251
Into the first month of the new administration, what will be the impacts on various free trade agreements and international trade relationships? Join our distinguished panel for insights into how this will affect the fashion industry.
Speakers:
- Julia K. Hughes, President, UNITED STATES FASHION INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION (USFIA) - Moderator
- Jon Fee, Senior Counsel, ALSTON & BIRD LLP
- David Spooner, Partner, BARNES & THORNBURG LLP
Tuesday, February 21, 2017 from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Focus on Africa: Challenges & Opportunities
Las Vegas Convention Center, Room N251
Why is fashion sourcing shifting to Africa? What are the innovative and socially responsible producers offering? How does the AGOA Free Trade Act benefit U.S. companies producing fashion in Africa? This focus session provides the answers!
Speakers
- Julia K. Hughes, President, UNITED STATES FASHION INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION (USFIA) - Moderator
- Matt Priest, President, FOOTWEAR DISTRIBUTORS & RETAILERS OF AMERICA (FDRA)
- Clay Hickson, Vice President of Strategy & Business Development, WORLDWIDE RESPONSIBLE ACCREDITED PRODUCTION
Other Seminars of Interest
Tuesday, February 21, 2017 from 2:15 PM PT to 3:15 PM PT
Supplying What Customers--Millennials & More!--Really Want in Their Clothing
Las Vegas Convention Center, North Hall, Room N251
What motivates customers to shop? From environment to comfort and willingness to pay—learn what really matters.
Speakers:
- Mark Messura, Senior Vice President, Global Supply Chain Marketing, COTTON INCORPORATED
Wednesday, February 22, 2017 from 12:30 PM PT to 1:30 PM PT
Why It Matters: Sustainable Fashion & How to Make It Work
Las Vegas Convention Center, North Hall, Room N250
The urgency and expanse of the sustainability issues facing the apparel, footwear and textiles industry require collective attention on a global scale. At the same time, consumers are increasingly demanding more responsibly made fashion. To ignite the change required to redefine the way the industry is run, peers and competitors must come together as a united front. Through collaborative efforts, a growing number of brands, retailers and manufacturers are committing to transparency and the sharing of environmental and social/labor best practices, a full-circle collaboration that benefits all involved.
Speakers:
- Scott Miller, Director, SUSTAINABLE APPAREL COALITION - Moderator
- Jeff Nash, Managing Partner, FUTUREMADE.COM
- Avedis Seferian, President & CEO, WORLDWIDE RESPONSIBLE ACCREDITED PRODUCTION
- Scott Leonard, Co-Founder, INDIGENOUS
USFIA Sourcing Supporter ProColombia at MAGIC
USFIA's Sourcing Supporter for 2017, ProColombia, will have 17 companies at MAGIC: 4 at SOURCING at MAGIC, 8 at CURVE, 2 at PLATFORM, and 3 at PROJECT. They will feature sourcing for sportswear, uniforms, swimwear, and casual wear, as well as shapewear and lingerie, accessories, men's underwear, and footwear. This year,, the ProColombia booth at SOURCING at MAGIC will be giving away information about Colombian textiles, as well, for key industries such as denim, activewear, lingerie, and swimwear.
Thinking about a flexible, innovative, and quality near-shoring sourcing destination? Visit the Colombia Pavilion and find out why COLOMBIA is the answer!
For additional information, visit www.procolombia.co/en or contact Sebastian Echavarria, Textiles & Apparel Representative, West Coast, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
USFIA International Affiliates at MAGIC
