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Global sourcing in a

 post-pandemic world

Global Sourcing Seminars

Enhance your visit by attending the 2022 Global Seminar Series taking place across the three days of the event.

This year we welcome a line-up of industry experts to help you navigate the world of global sourcing and build your knowledge.

Each session is one hour in duration and tickets cost $40 +gst per session.

global sourcing seminars

Daily Program

Rosanna-Iacono

Rosanna Iacono

Foresight Analyst at The Future Laboratory and Managing Partner at The Growth Activists

The Future Laboratory – Macro Trend – The Paralysis Paradox

Tuesday 15 November
10 – 11am

Hear The Future Laboratory’s latest macro trend with completely fresh content ready for release and presented for the first time in Australia.

Session Overview

The Future Laboratory – Macro Trend -The Paralysis Paradox

Despite current doom-and-gloom scenarios we are about to be catapulted into a 20-year cycle of unrivalled innovation and new market opportunities.  It’s time for brands, businesses, and Neo-collectivist communities to rebuild a society where the four 4Ls – legitimacy, leadership, longevity and legacy – matter. Discover how some brands are stepping up to realise this future, counter-pushing doomsayers, short-termism, indifference, and helplessness to re-establish common ground and embark on a journey of radical progression.

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Panel Discussion

Why Conscious Fashion Matters

Tuesday 15 November
11:30am – 12:30pm

Conscious fashion is part of the sustainable fashion movement that aims to transform the global textile and apparel industry. It’s often referred to as eco-friendly fashion, ethical fashion, green fashion, or slow fashion. Learn how Brands and Businesses develop mindful pre and post-consumer supply chain and retail strategies that can equip businesses to thrive and embrace the future of fashion.

Panellists

Panellists:

James Bartle, CEO, Outland Denim

Beth Glancey, Global Head of Partnerships & General Manager, ANZ AirRobe

Anthony Chesler, CEO, Thread Together

Danielle Millar, General Manager, Shona Joy

Panel Chair: Elizabeth Formosa, Founder & Fashion Business Strategist, Fashion Equipped

Melinda-Tually

Melinda Tually

Director of strategic human rights and sustainability consultancy, Ndless: The New Normal

The shifting sands of sustainability

Tuesday 15 November
1 – 2pm

The sustainability and ethical sourcing wheels are certainly spinning in 2022. New terms, new data, new tech, new legislation. What is the new normal for the fashion industry? For now, at least? Which tools and skills are fast becoming essential for brands to drive credible social and environmental impact?

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The shifting sands of sustainability

The sustainability and ethical sourcing wheels are certainly spinning in 2022. New terms, new data, new tech, new legislation. What is the new normal for the fashion industry? For now, at least? Which tools and skills are fast becoming essential for brands to drive credible social and environmental impact?

Join this presentation to get up to speed on the latest developments from around the globe and learn how the sector is shifting long held norms as it undergoes a wave of transformation.

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Giovanni Pino

Co-Founder and CEO, SOURCI

How to ensure your Factory’s Values align with your Brand Values

Tuesday 15 November
2:30 – 3:30pm

It’s never been a more important time to ensure that your brand values align with those of your manufacturer.

Session Overview

How to ensure your Factory’s Values align with your Brand Values

It’s never been a more important time to ensure that your brand values align with those of your manufacturer.

In this session, join Sourci’s Co-Founder and CEO Giovanni as he explores brand values such as sustainability, innovation and quality and the potential strengths and limitations within the manufacturing landscape. Learn about the tools and resources available to ensure that your manufacturer is ethical, sustainable, compliant, and able to meet the needs of your brand.

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Panel Chair: Paul Zahra

Chief Executive Officer, Australian Retailers Association

An ongoing state of disruption: the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for retail

Wednesday 16 November
10 – 11am

A panel conversation with leading Australian retail industry experts.

Session Overview

An ongoing state of disruption: the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for retail

Australian Retailers Association CEO Paul Zahra will address the current state of the retail industry, highlighting the ongoing state of disruption and the challenges & opportunities that lie ahead. Retail industry experts will join Paul for a panel Q&A.

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Panel Discussion

Global Supply Chains in a Post Pandemic World

Wednesday 16 November
2 – 3pm

The economic turmoil caused by the pandemic has wreaked havoc supply chains and exposed many vulnerabilities. What are some of the key lessons learnt over the past few years and how can they help to improve supply chains in a post pandemic world? What are some of the risks on the horizon and how can we navigate them? What are some tips and tricks to manage our supply chains most effectively into the future?

Our panel of experts from the logistics and retail sectors will answer these and other questions in a panel presentation jam packed with useful information. Learn how to help you streamline your global supply chain from experts in the sector.

Panellists

Panellists:

Michael Muratore, Founder & Managing Director, Freight-World Corporation

Barry Joyce, Footwear Compliance & Sourcing Manager, Brand Collective

Wes McDiarmid, Director of the Victorian Freight and Logistics Council (VFLC) and Chairman of the Victorian Airfreight Working Group (VAWG)

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Panel Chair: Melinda Tually

Director of strategic human rights and sustainability consultancy, Ndless: The New Normal

Product traceability

Wednesday 16 November
12 – 1pm

An increasing focus on product origin and the impact of fibre choices is driving digital innovation and the prioritisation of low carbon sourcing strategies. This session will explore the opportunities and challenges of traceability, shared accountability across the value chain and considerations for navigating the ever growing tech landscape in fashion supply chains.

Panellists

Panel Chair:

Melinda Tually, Director of strategic human rights and sustainability consultancy, Ndless: The New Normal

Panellists:

Kara Hurry, Director, Entente Agency & Chief Marketing Officer FibreTrace & Good Earth Cotton

Hannah Heading, Customer Care and Media Coordinator, Nudie Jeans Co Australia

Anita-Brown

Anita Brown

Principal, Phillips Ormonde Fitzpatrick

Protecting your IP

Thursday 17 November
10:30 – 11:30am

Have you ever wondered what is involved in registering a trade mark in Australia or overseas?

Session Overview

Protecting your IP

Have you ever wondered what is involved in registering a trade mark in Australia or overseas? Understanding what a trade mark is, how to seek trade mark protection and how to clear your mark for use in Australia and overseas is a critical part of building a successful business.

This seminar will discuss strong and weak trade marks, how to protect them and how to approach the use and protection of your mark overseas.

Source direct from China in 2022

TUES 15 – THUR 17 NOVEMBER 2022