Fashion Design Goes Virtual
In this episode, “Fashion Design Goes Virtual,” we discuss the acceleration towards virtual 3D design in the fashion industry, driven by the pandemic, but providing long term benefits.
Season 4: A New Year, A New Perspective
Host, Christopher Lacy is joined by producer, Joshua Williams, for a look back on Season 3, part of a tumultuous year in fashion retail. They also discuss what's coming in Season 4 and how listeners can engage with the podcast.
Conversation with Zi Xuan and Yijia Wang, Co-Creators, advene
Zi Xuan and Yijia Wang, founders of Advene, discuss the process of developing a new accessories brand in the middle of the pandemic, with a focus on sustainability and transparency. They discuss the intersection of data and design and the important role it plays in today's retail marketplace.
Conversation with Paul Magel, President, Business Applications & Technology Outsourcing Division, CGS
Paul Magel discusses how fashion business can leverage technology to create supply chain visibility and efficiency. He recommends strategies, such as multi-sourcing and shared risked relationships, for brands to be avoid vulnerabilities, especially during times of crisis.
Conversation with Luca Marchetti, Senior Lecturer, IFM & Sorbonne Nouvelle
Luca Marchetti deep dives into current issues in fashion, related to inclusivity, diversity and cultural appropriation. He discusses the complexity of fashion branding and marketing especially on a global scale and to multiple generations, all with fast-shifting, sometimes contrasting, values.
新零售革命 Bonus Episode: Fashion Retail in China with Xia Feng 冯霞 (in Mandarin)
In this special bonus episode, in Mandarin, guest host Joy Chen speaks with Xia Feng about fashion retail in China. 在这期特别栏目中，特邀主持人Joy Chen 将会对话How Consulting的CEO冯霞女士，分享冯总关于疫情期间中国零售的策略布局变化，中国企业对新变革的积极应对以及对国际市场带来的引导和启发。同时，她也提及了中国新零售即将迎来的新机遇！
Conversation with Massimo Volpe, CEO, Global Retail Alliance
Massimo Volpe discusses the need for a more interconnected conversation between global retailers. He shares insight on omni-channel retailing, from a generational perspective, and discusses new technologies such as voice commerce.
Conversation with Ron Thurston, Author, "Retail Pride"
Ron Thurston is an experienced retail executive with a demonstrated history of delivering exceptional results and building culture. Skilled in trend analysis, retail, client development and growing store fleet count.
Conversation with Nick McHenry, CEO, OneShop
Nick McHenry shares insights on the shifts in clientelling, drawing from his experience in many fashion retailing environments from mass to luxury. He emphasizes the need to offer a personalized experiences, which he describes as less about technology and more about empathy and understanding.
Conversation with Barbara Kolson, Director, The FAME Center
Barbara Kolson, fashion industry attorney and director of The FAME Center at Cardozo Law, discusses the legal frameworks needed to operate a fashion business. She focuses on copyright, trademark and patent law, as well as issues related to entrepreneurship, politics and legal access for women and minorities.
Conversation with Fanny Damiette, CMO, The Webster
Fanny Damiette dives into the current thinking and practices related to customer-centric, omni-channel fashion marketing. She discusses the need for a more personalized brand experience, based on integrity.
Conversation with Nichole Simms, CEO, Creative Visual Solutions
Nichole Simms shares her insight on retail store management, with a focus on employee team building, leadership and customer engagement. She stresses the importance of clear communication around strategy, goals and expected outcomes.
Fast Fashion & Fashion Resale
Founder, Joshua Williams, appears on i24 TV to discuss the recent H&M store closings (over 5% of total brick and mortar stores), as well as the growing interest in fashion resale.
Conversation with Seph Skerritt, Founder, Proper Cloth
Seph Skerritt discusses the entrepreneurial and creative process of building a tech fashion company that provides custom men’s shirts. He shares advice on how to scale a new business by creating tools that automate and refine the user experience over time.
Conversation with Joshua Kapelman, EVP, Hilldun Corporation
Joshua Kapelman discusses the intersection of fashion and finance and the shifting landscape of fashion wholesale and retail. He provides tips for young designers and brands seeking to break into the market, with a focus on Direct-to-Consumer and Specialty retail.
Conversation with Luisa Herrera-Garcia, SVP of Production, John Varvatos
Luisa Herrera-Garcia shares the importance of developing fashion collections that are creative, “on brand” and commercially viable and profitable. She discusses the need for a more transparent and ethical supply chain, especially with women’s rights in mind.