'In this Mingle Mastermind Session, we’re talking with fashion industry professionals who have been instrumental in building thriving local fashion communities in New York, Austin, Portland, and Columbus. We’ll discuss the challenges and rewards of organizing the fashion industry and how to create win-win situations for everyone involved. Meet Our Special Panelists: Thomas McClure: Thomas McClure is the founder of the Columbus Fashion Council, a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide scholarships to fashion design students and provide a platform for emerging and local fashion designers. WWD ranks Columbus #3 in the nation for fashion designers and the Columbus Fashion Council continues to develop programs, such as Fashion Week Columbus, directly impacting Central Ohio’s fashion community and industry. https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-mcclure-81766812/ Britta Cabanos: Britta Cabanos studied Fashion Design at F.I.T. in New York City and has over 25 years experience as a Leading Design Director in athletic and active apparel. She is the Co-Founder and Chief Design Director of Creative Capital Design, a design women owned consulting studio working with small to midsize clients. Britta is also the founder and Chief Editor of Inside Fashion Design. IFD is an on and offline resource for apparel industry enthusiasts which offers year round workshops and events. https://fashionmingle.net/network/users/view/Creative-Capital-Design Samuel Alexander: Samuel Alexander is the founder and CEO of C2C (Concept 2 Consumption) Fashion and Technology LLC, an Austin, TX-based business providing its clients with access to a revolutionary B2B2C fashion and technology ecosystem. Alexander’s experience spans more than three decades—and brings together expertise in both the fashion and technology industries. Samuel is an expert in product design/development; global sourcing/production; strategic branding/marketing; and technology integration. https://fashionmingle.net/network/users/view/sam-concept2consumption-com Meet Our New York Panelists: Catherine Schuller: Cat Schuller started her career as a model in NYC in the 70s and has been instrumental in the growth and success of many of New York’s most creative designers, models, event producers, and more. With a passion for inclusivity and sustainability, Catherine has been an instructor at FIT, LIM College, and helps organize events that promote sustainable fashion with the United Nations. Cat is the founder of Runway The Real Way, and Creative Director of hiTechMODA, two fashion show platforms showcasing emerging designers. https://rb.gy/tllt1r Dale Noelle: As the owner of TRUE Model Management, Dale Noelle is instrumental in creating opportunities for New York’s freshest faces and working with many of the world’s most famous brands. Dale began her career as a model and has grown a thriving business, and has shared her knowledge and experience as an instructor at FIT and LIM. Dale is passionate about creating connections and opportunities for women-owned businesses through events and partnerships that bring together some of New York’s most successful female founders. https://fashionmingle.net/network/users/view/TRUE-Model-Management Dee Rivera: With a career in PR working with major brands and publications, Dee is known for creative strategies that build emerging brands through DCG Public Relations and DCG Group Media. As a serial entrepreneur, Dee is the founder of Latinista.com, Hampton’s Fashion Week, and Times Square Fashion Week, three platforms that create promotional opportunities for emerging designers, beauty, and wellness brands. Dee is an expert collaborator, putting together teams that have created some of New York’s most memorable events. https://fashionmingle.net/network/users/view/DCG-Media-Group-LLC Shirin Movahed: As a brand builder (legally speaking), Shirin is the founder of Rakomova Law and has helped entrepreneurs achieve their dreams by expertly guiding them through the legal challenges of starting and protecting your business. Shirin is an active member of the New York fashion industry, serving on the board of Fashion Group International and serves as a mentor and board advisor to several private companies and organizations as a well as a startup incubator in the fashion industry. https://rb.gy/ocuo8f Melissa Shea: With a passion for fashion and technology, Melissa Shea is the CEO and cofounder of Fashion Mingle, a global platform for fashion industry professionals. Inspired by the Austin fashion industry, she used her 20 years of experience in the tech industry, to create a platform that connects fashion professionals with the resources they need locally, or anywhere in the world. With over 5800 members in 100+ categories, the Fashion Mingle platform is designed to build stronger local fashion communities, creating economic opportunities for all. https://fashionmingle.net/network/users/view/Fashion-Mingle'
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