California Apparel News

The Sept. 30–Oct. 2 run of the Los Angeles International Textile Show and Material World & Technology Solutions in Los Angeles will feature a full slate of seminars and events, including two series organized by the American Apparel & Footwear Association and Fashion Business Inc.

The American Apparel and Producers Network will kick off events early on Sept. 29 with it’s pre-show conference, which will focus on Web 3.0 and social networking for textile and apparel companies.

Unless otherwise noted, all events are free and held in the California Market Center.

September 29

AAPN Pre-Show Conference “Web 3.0 and Social Media for the B2B Textile/Apparel Supply Chain” 3–6 p.m. California Market Center Suite C700 Cost: $100 in advance; $125 on site For information: www.aapnetwork.net#8232;

September 30

“Understanding Apparel Principles Using Software Applications,” presented by Henry Cherner of AIMS and hosted by Fashion Business Inc. 9–10 a.m. Cost: Free CMC, Suite C786 For information: www.fashionbizinc.org

“Stop! Your Business Depends on Understanding the New Consumer Product Safety #8232;Information Act,” a panel discussion organized by the American Apparel & Footwear Association and sponsored by the Los Angeles International Textile Show and Material World & Technology Solutions #8232;9:30–10:45 a.m. Cost: Free, but check in requiredCMC Suite C700For information: www.californiamarketcenter.com, www.material-world.com and www.apparelandfootwear.org/Events

“EDI Made Simple,” presented by eCsss, AIMS, Progressive Label & Innovative Systems and hosted by FBI 10–11:30 a.m. Cost: Free CMC, Suite C786 For information: www.fashionbizinc.org

“Design & Merchandising Case Studies,” featuring Tukatech and sponsored by the Los Angeles International Textile Show and Material World & Technology Solutions 10:30–11:30 a.m.Cost: Free, but check-in is required CMC Suite C1299 For information: www.californiamarketcenter.com, www.material-world.com and www.apparelandfootwear.org/Events

“Fall/Winter 2010 Trend Presentation: Apparel & Home,” presented by Fran Sude, Design Options and sponsored by the Los Angeles International Textile Show and Material World & Technology Solutions #8232;11 a.m.–12:15 p.m. Cost: Free, but check in required CMC Suite C700 For information: www.californiamarketcenter.com, www.material-world.com and www.apparelandfootwear.org/Events

“QuickBooks for the Apparel Industry,” presented by Focal Technology & AIMS and hosted by FBI Noon–1 p.m.QuickBooks for the Apparel Industry Cost: Free CMC Suite C786 For information: www.fashionbizinc.org

“Product Development Case Studies,” sponsored by the Los Angeles International Textile Show and Material World & Technology Solutions #8232;12:30 p.m.–1:30 p.m. Cost: Free, but check in requiredCMC Suite C1299 For information: www.californiamarketcenter.com, www.material-world.com and www.apparelandfootwear.org/Events

“Influences, Colors & Materials - Fall/Winter 2010/2011,” presented by Sarah Brady, Peclers Paris and sponsored by the Los Angeles International Textile Show and Material World & Technology Solutions #8232;1–2:15 p.m. Cost: Free, but check in requiredCMC Suite C1299 For information: www.californiamarketcenter.com, www.material-world.com and www.apparelandfootwear.org/Events

Luxe Dessert & Wine Celebrations, co-sponsored sponsored by the Los Angeles International Textile Show and SENS 2 p.m.Aisle 100 in the CMC Penthouse For information: www.fabricsens.com

“Home Furnishings Color & Design Trends: De-Mystifying Future Forecasts,” presented by Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director of the Pantone Color Institute, the director of the Eiseman Center for Color Information and Training and sponsored by the Los Angeles International Textile Show and Material World & Technology Solutions #8232;2–3 p.m. Cost: Free, but check in requiredCMC Suite C1299 For information: www.californiamarketcenter.com, www.material-world.com and www.apparelandfootwear.org/Events

“Retailing Online,” presented by Focal Technology and sponsored by FBI 2–3 p.m. Cost: FreeCMC Suite C786 For information: www.fashionbizinc.org

“Hong Kong Trade and Development Presents: Export to China (Hong Kong) World Boutique—January 2010,” presented by Dannie Chiu, director of Hong Kong Trade Development Council and hosted by FBI 4–5 p.m. Cost: FreeCMC Suite C786

Opening night cocktail reception, co-sponsored by the Los Angeles International Textile Show and Material World & Technology Solutions and benefiting the AAFA Education Foundation 5:30–7:30 p.m. Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (shuttle service provided between the CMC and FIDM)#8232; Cost: visit www.apparelandfootwear.org for tickets For information: www.californiamarketcenter.com, www.material-world.com and www.apparelandfootwear.org/Events

“The Importance of Networking! Industry Mixer on Networking,” presented by Jill Mazur and hosted by FBI 6:30–8:30 p.m. Cost: Free for FBI Members; $10 for non-members CMC Suite C786 For information: www.fashionbizinc.org

October 1

“Sourcing Solutions for Small Manufacturers,” presented by Susan Power, principal/publisher of AboutSources and sponsored by FBI 9–10 a.m. Cost: FreeCMC Suite C786 For information: www.fashionbizinc.org

“A Legal Framework to Protect Your Designs,” panel discussion organized by the AAFA and sponsored by the Los Angeles International Textile Show and Material World & Technology Solutions#8232; 9:30–10:45 a.m. Cost: Free, but check in required CMC Suite C700For information: www.californiamarketcenter.com, www.material-world.com and www.apparelandfootwear.org/Events

“Supply Chain Management Case Studies,” featuring Lawson and The Antigua Group, sponsored by the Los Angeles International Textile Show and Material World & Technology Solutions#8232; 10:30–11:30 a.m. Cost: Free, but check in requiredCMC Suite C1299 For information: www.californiamarketcenter.com, www.material-world.com and www.apparelandfootwear.org/Events

“Design Trends—Fall/Winter 2010/2011,” presented by Rita Nakouzi, U.S. director for Promostyl and sponsored by the Los Angeles International Textile Show and Material World & Technology Solutions#8232; 11–12:15 p.m. Cost: Free, but check in requiredCMC Suite C700For information: www.californiamarketcenter.com, www.material-world.com and www.apparelandfootwear.org/Events

“De-mystifying the Small Business Loan Application,” presented by Jose A. Corona, personal banker with Citibank and sponsored by FBI 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Cost: FreeCMC Suite C786 For information: www.fashionbizinc.org

“Roundtable Discussion: Building Better Technology Vendor Relationships,” a panel discussion sponsored by the Los Angeles International Textile Show and Material World & Technology Solutions #8232;12:30–1:30 p.m. Cost: Free, but check in requiredCMC Suite C1299 For information: www.californiamarketcenter.com, www.material-world.com and www.apparelandfootwear.org/Events

“Color & Surface Trend Forecast—Fall/Winter 2010/2011,” presented by Erin Burke, Cotton Inc., and sponsored by the Los Angeles International Textile Show and Material World & Technology Solutions 1–2:15 p.m. Cost: Free, but check in required CMC Suite C700 For information: www.californiamarketcenter.com, www.material-world.com and www.apparelandfootwear.org/Events

“Choosing a Factor,” presented by Ken Wengrod of FTC and hosted by FBI 1–2 p.m. Cost: Free CMC Suite C786 For information: www.fashionbizinc.org

Luxe Dessert & Wine Celebrations, co-sponsored sponsored by the Los Angeles International Textile Show and SENS 2 p.m. Aisle 100 in the CMC Penthouse For information: www.fabricsens.com

“Future Forecast: A Mosaic of Color & Style,” presented by Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director of the Pantone Color Institute, the director of the Eiseman Center for Color Information and Training and sponsored by the Los Angeles International Textile Show and Material World & Technology Solutions 3–4:15 p.m. Cost: Free, but check in requiredCMC Suite C700For information: www.californiamarketcenter.com, www.material-world.com and www.apparelandfootwear.org/Events

October 2

#8232;“Fall/Winter 2010 Trend Directions,” presented by WGSN’s Sally Lohan and sponsored by the Los Angeles International Textile Show and Material World & Technology Solutions 9:30–10:45 a.m. Cost: Free, but check in requiredCMC Suite C700For information: www.californiamarketcenter.com, www.material-world.com and www.apparelandfootwear.org/Events

“Starting Your Own Apparel Business,” presented by: Frances Harder, founder/president of Fashion Business Inc. 10–11 a.m.Cost: Free CMC Suite C786 For information: www.fashionbizinc.org

“Fall/Winter 2010 Color & Trend Direction,” presented by Jamie Ross, creative director of The Doneger Group and sponsored by the Los Angeles International Textile Show and Material World & Technology Solutions 11 a.m.–12:15 p.m. Cost: Free, but check in requiredCMC Suite C700 For information: www.californiamarketcenter.com, www.material-world.com and www.apparelandfootwear.org/Events

“Realities of the Investment World,” sponsored by E-Mat Basement Strategies and hosted by FBI 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Cost: FreeCMC Suite C786 For information: www.fashionbizinc.org

“Brother Digital Garment Printer Training,” presented by Chris Schiotis and hosted by FBI 1–2 p.m. Cost: FreeCMC Suite C786 For information: www.fashionbizinc.org

“Illustrator and Photoshop for Textile Designers,” presented by Chris Schiotis and sponsored by FBI 2:30–3:30 p.m. Cost: FreeCMC Suite C786 For information: www.fashionbizinc.org