As the fashion and apparel industries continue to evolve, the intersection of fashion, technology, and sustainability has never been more critical. This year, ahead of New York Fashion Week 2024, Fashinnovation is set to host its 11th edition of Worldwide Talks at the Lectra Innovation Center. This global summit will bring together influential leaders in fashion, sustainability, finance, and technology to discuss what it means to build the future of fashion.

What is Fashinnovation?

Fashinnovation, the leading platform at the intersection of fashion and technology. Fashinnovation is excited to announce the latest edition of its flagship event, Worldwide Talks.

• LECTRA Innovation Center
• 09:00 AM to 06:00 PM EST 
• Address: 601 W 26th Street, 19th Floor, Penthouse, New York, NY, 10001 - Starrett Lehigh Building

Who is attending Fashinnovation?

The event will feature keynote speeches, panel discussions, and fireside chats with industry leaders from globally renowned fashion brands, tech giants, and sustainability pioneers. A few of the confirmed leaders in fashion, sustainability, growth, and technology include:

• Lana Todorovich: Chief Merchandising Officer, Neiman Marcus
• Andrew Curtis: CEO, Clearco
• Andy Yu: Founder & Designer, Andy Yu
• Janet Mandell: Founder & CEO, Janet Mandell
• Rachel Molina: Head of Sustainability, Another Tomorrow
• Pamela Shainhouse: President Allistyle 
• Mindy Scheier: Founder, the Runway of Dreams Foundation 
• Gary Wassner: CEO, Hilldun Corporation 
• Raul Cruz Bonilla: VP EMEA Luxury & Fashion, IMKI
• Khanh Le: Founder & CEO, Inflow
• Pamela James: Founder, Paloma St James & Author of the Book, The Guide to Luxury Modular Fashion
• Kirk Remekie: Founder & CEO, Making it Look Kool Apparel is
• Yuliya Raquel: Chief Executive Officer, PatternFast
• Cassell Ferere: Founder, PAGE Magazine & Fashion Contributor, Forbes.com
• Jade Scipioni: Senior Reporter 
• Vladi Bergman: Founder & CEO, Karma and Luck 
• Ricardo Larroude: Founder, Larroude
• Colm Dillane: Founder, KidSuper
• Johanna Ortiz: Founder & Designer (digital)
• Michaeljohn Green: Chief of Economic Development & Strategy, Downtown Development Authority of the City of Miami (Miami
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• Ivonne de la Vega: Strategic Partnerships Specialist, Miami DDA
• Logan Duran: VP, ESG & Sustainability, Tapestry 
• William McDonough: Co-Founder Fashion for Good & Cradle to Cradle and CEO, McDonough Innovation 

Empowering Entrepreneurs in Fashion: Must-Attend Panel with Clearco’s Andrew Curtis

One of the much anticipated panels at Fashinnovation this year is, Fashion is Growth: Empowering Entrepreneurs & Creating Sustainable Business Models. The panel will bring together leaders in fashion and finance to discuss creating a sustainable business model while balancing a growth mindset.  For fashion and apparel businesses looking to achieve high growth, this panel will be particularly insightful, as it will address the mechanisms and strategies that can support scalable, sustainable fashion ventures. The panel will feature:

• Andrew Curtis, CEO of Clearco
• Janet Mandell, Founder & CEO of Janet Mandell
• Pamela James, Founder of Paloma St James and author of The Guide to Luxury Modular Fashion
• Moderated by Cassell Ferere, fashion contributor for Forbes

The exciting Fashion is Growth panel is scheduled for September 4th, 2024, from 11:40 AM to 12:15 PM EST at the Lectra Innovation Centre on the penthouse level. There will be a live question and answer session after the discussion, as well.

Why ecommerce fashion and apparel brands should tune in to the panel

Entrepreneurs and brands in the apparel sector have a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights from Fashinnovation. As sustainability becomes a core focus in the fashion industry, understanding how to build a high growth company will be key.

Clearco has been a pioneer in providing growth capital to ecommerce businesses, including countless companies in the apparel, footwear, jewlery, luxury and similar fashion-related sectors. Clearco's funding model is particularly relevant in the context of sustainability, where businesses need flexible, growth-oriented funding solutions to invest in sustainable practices.

Innovation and Sustainability at the Forefront of Fashinnovation Worldwide Talks 2024

Fashinnovation Worldwide Talks will also explore the latest technological advancements reshaping the fashion industry. From AI and blockchain to virtual fashion and 3D printing, the event will highlight how these innovations drive efficiency, creativity, and sustainability. For financial services brands, these discussions will provide a roadmap for supporting tech-driven fashion businesses and identifying new investment opportunities in a rapidly evolving market.

Moreover, with sustainability as a core theme, the summit will spotlight how fashion brands can balance profitability with purpose. This focus aligns perfectly with the growing consumer demand for ethical and sustainable fashion, making it a crucial consideration for financial services providers looking to invest in the future of fashion.

Meet incredible leaders in fashion, ecommerce, and technology at Fashinnovation

In addition to the panel discussions, attendees at the Fashinnovation Worldwide Talks will have the chance to connect with a diverse group of professionals, including founders, CEOs, investors, and emerging talents. For financial services brands, this event offers an unparalleled opportunity to network with key players in the fashion industry and forge new partnerships that can drive mutual growth.

See you at Fashinnovation’s 11th Worldwide Talks in New York

As the fashion industry continues to integrate technology and sustainability, events like Fashinnovation Worldwide Talks offer essential guidance and lessons from leaders in the space. For Clearco, participating in and supporting these discussions is an opportunity to gain insights into the needs of apparel brands and ensure we are involved in the growth conversation. For brands in luxury, apparel, and more Fashinnovation bridges technology and fashion to drive conversations around growth and sustainability.

See you at Fashinnovation’s Worldwide Talks 2024 11th Edition and consider how your brand can contribute to and benefit from the ongoing transformation of the fashion industry.