The global fashion fraternity will convene at Philadelphia 23–25 October under the auspices of the International Apparel Federation (IAF) and the Sewn Products Equipment & Suppliers of the Americas (SPESA), to discuss critical industry issues ranging from sustainability and circularity to digitalisation, transparency, consumer market development, legislation, and sourcing models.
- The 38th World Fashion Convention’s education offerings will consist of panel discussions, case studies, and keynote presentations, kicked off with an address by Tom Glaser, former VF Corporation and Tapestry executive.
- Educational sessions will feature major brands, retailers and they along with suppliers from across the world, will work towards joint, actionable strategies.
- The event will also feature numerous networking opportunities and activities for attendees and guests.
WHAT THEY SAID:
A greener, more profitable apparel industry that is able to take better care of this planet and of our people is very achievable. But it requires investments in change, in people, machines and processes. The heavy burden of these investments must be shared across the supply chain or they won’t happen.
— Cem Altan
President
International Apparel Federation
The World Fashion Convention pulls the double duty of bringing global perspectives to the issues facing our industry, while also educating the world about the unique challenges and opportunities within each host country. With that in mind, the agenda for this year’s Convention will include topics that are currently top of mind for US suppliers, brands, and retailers, such as regionalised supply chains and sourcing in the Western Hemisphere. With that in mind, the agenda for this year’s Convention will include topics that are currently top of mind for US suppliers, brands, and retailers, such as regionalised supply chains and sourcing in the Western Hemisphere.
— Michael McDonald
President
Sewn Products Equipment & Suppliers of the Americas
