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FAS H ION IN DUSTRY FOR UM S Fashion and retail industry pros deliver local intel and electrifying debates that provide insight into our industry’s hottest talking points. Hosted by Damien Woolnough, Consulting Editor, Honey at Nine Entertainment Co. Fashion Industry Forum 1 Morals, ethics and sustainability with purpose: why creative industries and their customers and clients should care. Does it even really matter? Is it a hindrance or opportunity to propel creative endeavor? How can responsible business practice in the creative sector assist in enabling sustainable business success. Sustainability is not just about ensuring supply chains are ethically vetted, it speaks to all aspects of the creative process. Fashion Industry Forum 2 Fash Tech, Fast Track. How is technology shaping the future of the creative industries, and fast tracking creativity and design? The panellists discuss how technology can support businesses today and into the future, and fast track brands’ connectivity with their consumers.
Fashion Industry Forum 1 Supported by Ragtrader LIVE & NAB Wednesday 15 March, 11AM–12.30PM Melbourne Museum Theatre, Carlton Tickets $40 Fashion Industry Forum 2 Supported by Ragtrader LIVE & NAB Wednesday 15 March, 4.30PM–6PM Melbourne Museum Theatre, Carlton Tickets $40
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INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY FORUM A panel of dynamic and inspiring speakers will provide plenty to think about over a breakfast panel conversation with marie claire. It calls upon all to help forge a better working world, a more inclusive, gender equal world so women can continue to unleash their limitless potential to the industry. All are welcome and encouraged to join the conversation. Head to vamff.com.au for speaker and host announcements.
International Women’s Day Forum Presented by marie claire and MIMCO Wednesday 8 March, 8AM – 9.30AM Melbourne Museum Touring Hall Promenade, Carlton Includes breakfast and a copy of marie claire Tickets $89
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A G O O D EVENIN G: HOW FASHI ON C A N E MPOW ER WOMEN, P R ESEN T ED BY WEL L MA DE CLOTHE S A N D KUWA I I Come, listen to, and be inspired by the best innovators in the fashion industry discuss the future of sustainability, waste minimalisation, non-animal material alternatives, and how to effect positive change through marketing. Presented by Well Made Clothes and Kuwaii Sunmoth, 28 Niagara Lane, Melbourne Thursday 2 March, 7PM-9PM Tickets from Moshtix
P R AC TI CO LO GY E - CO M M ERCE M ASTE R C L ASS How do you scale your business within international markets? In this masterclass, you will learn how to create your roadmap for growth, decide which markets to focus on, flesh out your competitive landscape, identify risks, gaps and challenges for your brand, learn how to localise in your chosen market, understand regulations, and so much more. Walk away with an actionable checklist to set you on your path for success. Friday 18 March, 8AM – 11.30AM Melbourne Museum Theatre, Carlton Tickets $120 ticketek.com.au/vamff
CL AR E P RESS BO O K LAUNCH
K& L GAT ES FASHI O N LAW B REAKFAST GLOBAL FASHION HOUSES IN THE NEWS
NO RA RETAI L ROADSHOW
Clare Press is the author of “Wardrobe Crisis, How We Went From Sunday Best to Fast Fashion” (Nero Books). Currently marie claire’s fashion editor-at-large, she also writes the Sustainable Style column for Daily Life.
K&L Gates invites you to join us for our annual Fashion Law Breakfast where our experts will discuss examples from around the world of designers seeking to protect their brands, designs and unique style.
The NORA Retail Roadshow is a day long event that takes both NORA members and guests on a tour to two successful Australian retailers.
Clare Press Book Launch Saturday 11 March, visit vamff.com.au for details
From Gucci to Levi’s, Karen Millen and Moschino, what stoushes are the global players involved in over intellectual property and what can you learn from their experience? Whether you’re new to the industry or an established global player, our global IP fashion team and panel of experts will provide you with insight on how to ensure your brand and designs are protected.
Friday 17 March, 9AM – 3PM visit vamff.com.au for details
Wednesday 15 March, 7.30AM - 9AM K&L Gates Level 25 South Tower, 525 Collins Street, Melbourne Tickets contact melbourne.rsvp@klgates.com
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