Top fashion industry executives to address MAGIC Seminar Series

01 Feb '11

5 min read

Sourcing's New Decade

Sourcing today is more challenging than ever. This is an in-depth look at the global changes in successful sourcing and insights about how to deal with the concern about cotton prices and availability.

• Keynote Speakers - Peter McGrath, President, McGrath International; Mark Messura, Sr. VP Global Supply Chain Marketing, Cotton Inc.
• February 14 at 10:15 a.m., Las Vegas Convention Center South Hall Concourse 2nd Floor, S230

E-Commerce Keynote: Mr. Kevin Ryan, Founder & CEO of Gilt Groupe

Fashion retailing has been transformed by the growing power of e-commerce retail and the incredible growth of social media. Keynote speaker will share the experiences of a designer e-commerce fashion site, his thoughts on the impact of social media and his views on the future of the internet's role in fashion.

• Keynote Speaker – Kevin Ryan, Founder & CEO, Gilt Groupe
• February 14 at 1:00 p.m., Las Vegas Convention Center South Hall Concourse 2nd Floor, S231

Design Piracy, Counterfeiting and the Impact on Fashion: That's the Problem, But What is the Solution?

As the U.S. Senate considers the passage of a bill that would affect fashion designs and protection regarding apparel, ornamentation, etc. for a term of three years, this seminar discusses the pros and cons of the bill by leaders from the industry. This is a must attend conference as this subject will affect every aspect of fashion in the U.S. today.

• Keynote Speakers - Steve Lamar, Executive VP, AAFA, American Apparel & Footwear Association; Deborah Greaves, Secretary and General Counsel, True Religion Apparel Inc., Guru Denim Inc.
• February 14 at 2:30 p.m., Las Vegas Convention Center South Hall Concourse 2nd Floor, S230

WGSN Trend Edit: Autumn/Winter 2011-2012 and Beyond

WGSN will present the must-have items for Autumn/Winter 2011-2012 and beyond. Additionally, WGSN will preview its signature macro-trends for the Spring/Summer 2012 season and analysis of key consumer attitudes that will impact business.

• Keynote Speaker – Sally Lohan, Content Director USA, WGSN
• February 15 at 8:15 a.m., Las Vegas Convention Center South Hall Concourse 2nd Floor, S231

The New Fashion Retailer: Mr. Gary Schoenfeld, CEO of Pacific Sunwear (PacSun)

Retailers across the fashion industry have been faced with many challenges including the recession, new consumer attitudes, the impact of internet retailing and social media as well as new store concepts. Mr. Gary Schoenfeld has been responsible for implementing major changes in his company's structure, marketing and product, bringing this national retailer back to a lead position in the industry. He will share his experiences and views for the future of fashion retailing.

• Keynote Speaker – Gary Schoenfeld, CEO, PacSun
• February 15 at 11:30 a.m., Las Vegas Convention Center South Hall Concourse 2nd Floor, S230

Every August and February, the fashion industry converges in Las Vegas for the most influential event in the business – MAGIC. The February 2011 MAGIC will run from February 14 – 16, Sourcing at MAGIC starts at noon on February 13. For up-to-date exhibitor listings, seminar scheduling, travel support and registration information

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