Free Textile Week Seminars in LA -WED

Make it in the USA-Sourcing Solutions 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. This seminar provides information on textile suppliers (converters, importers, jobbers, brokers), plus trim suppliers (domestic + importers). Members: Free, Non-members: $10 Presented by Susan Power, About Sources

CitiBANK - Small Business Loan Applications 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Learn steps necessary to apply for a loan or line of credit. Practice filling out an actual application and learn about types of lending products & services, including SBA loans. Members: Free, Non-members: $10 Presented by Jose Corona, Citibank

Starting Your Apparel Business 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. What do you need to do in order to get those creative hot ideas into the stores, what licenses you need and how to get them, compliance issues what type of funding is needed to start and to support your venture? Do you need a Business Plan, how to cost and make a profit, Sales & Marketing, and Trade shows. Members: Free, Non-members: $10 Presented by Frances Harder, Founder FBI

Factory 101 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. For start up to mid-size companies credit and collection protection cash flow. Letters of credit/ P.O. Financing new credit card program for start-up companies. Members: Free, Non-members: $10 Presented by Alexandra Scoggins, Merchant Factors Corp. To see a full list of our Textile Week Seminars, click View

Free Stylesight Webinar

FREE Business Assistance Opportunities Seminar!

Free Seminar at the FBI!

Monday, November 1st

3p.m. - 5 p.m.

Has your business been impacted by global competition?

The Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) and Alternative Trade Adjustment Assistance (ATAA) helps trade-affected workers who have lost their jobs as a result of increased imports or shifts in production out of the United States. Certified individuals may be eligible to receive one or more program benefits and services depending on what is needed to return them to employment.

AGENDA

City of Los Angeles Business Resources: Gary De La Rosa & Elvia Magallon

·Financing and loan application assistance·

Business Tax Credits

·Rapid Response/Employee Transitional Services

EDD Business Resources: Elaine Elsayed & Eliana Alfaro

·Work Opportunity Tax Credit Program

·Work Share Program

·Trade Adjustment Assistance Program Allowances

·Subsidized On-the-Job Training programs- ETP

Trade Adjustment Assistance for Firms - USC: Conchetta Fabares

·Leveraging financial resources to stay competitive
Questions & Answers: Panel of Experts

Please join us for an informal afternoon to learn about resources available to assist your business!

For more information and RSVP, please e-mail info@fashionbizinc.org or call (213) 892-1669. Contact: Location: livia@fashionbizinc.org

Fashion Business Inc.

213. 892. 1669

110 E. 9th Street, Suite C-786

Los Angeles, CA 90079

Fashion Business Inc. Webinar, Adobe Flats and Showroom Meeting

Attention all Fashion Business Inc. MEMBERS!

Don't miss out this week's upcoming events!

Tuesday, October 26th, from 2 p.m. to 3.p.m.:
(FREE) Showroom meeting at the FBI: If you are interested in renting a showroom space at the FBI to show your collection, please join the meeting with Frances Harder over possible opportunities.

Thursday, October 28th, from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.:
(WEBINAR*) Freelance for profit: As a freelance designer, it is important to understand how to charge for the work you provide.This webinar will explain about the professional different options on payment and the choices when contracting out your talents. Event fee: $15 Member/ $25 Non-Member. *Please e-mail to receive the login information.

Saturday, October 30th, from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.:
Basic Flats Using Adobe Illustrator at the FBI: Learn to draw flats in Adobe Illustrator in 6 hours! Event fee: $ 75 Member/ $95 Non-Member.
For more information and registration, please visit our website www.fashionbizinc.org or e-mail info@fashionbizinc.org.

Contact: livia@fashionbizinc.org

Fashion Business Inc.
213. 892. 1669

110 E. 9th Street, Suite C-786
Los Angeles, CA 90079

Fashion Business Inc - Online Meeting

Attention all Fashion Business Inc. MEMBERS!

FBI team wants to invite you toFBI Members' Meeting event ONLINE!
OCTOBER 21st
6:00 - 7 :00 pm (Pacific Time)

Frances Harder, the Founder and President of Fashion Business Inc. will introduce you to the FBI and the benefits it has to offer. Arlene Batishill (Founder of Scooter Girls), one of the greatest success stories and star members, will tell you how FBI has helped her launch and how this organization will help YOU!
As FBI member you will be offered an opportunity to rent our co - op showroom space for $150 / month.
Frances will also explain about the Trade Shows, including FOCUS and MAGIC and the discounts offered to FBI members. We will want to hear from you - your needs and expectations!
FREE!

Please RSVP to egle@fashionbizinc.orgWEBINAR access and login details will be sent to you Wednesday 10/20/10.


We hope to have you there!

Contact: egle@fashionbizinc.org

Fashion Business Inc.
213. 892. 1669

110 E. 9th Street, Suite C-786
Los Angeles, CA 90079

Saddleback's Free Job-search Webinars

Saddleback College’s Center for Career and Life Development Offering Students Free Job-Search Webinars

Mission Viejo, CA – To help students prepare for their job searches, Saddleback College’s Center for Career and Life Development will offer nine lunch-time webinars in conjunction with TalentMarks.com, a firm dedicated to providing career coaching to graduates and alumni. The webinars will feature experts who will share with students how to organize their job searches, plan their careers, build a network, create their brands, develop resumes, and use LinkedIn and Facebook to find a job.

Webinars will be held on Wednesdays from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Saddleback College’s Center for Career and Life Development, located in room 140 of the Student Services Center. To RSVP, call (949)582-4575, email sccareer@saddleback.edu, or visit the Center for Career in Life Development. For more information, visit http://www.saddleback.edu/jobs/CareerWebinarSeries2010.html

Webinar dates and topics:
· October 6th, Ethics with Corey Cicocchetti
· October 13th, Career Planning with Christine Hassler
· October 20th, Networking with Diane Carling
· October 27th, Resumes with Wendy Enelow
· November 3rd, Facebook with Natascha Saunders
· November 10th, LinkedIn with Jason Alba
· November 17th, Branding with William Arruda
· December 1st, Job Search with Donald Asher
· December 8th, Job Retention with Roz Userhoff

In its spring 2010 survey the National Association of College and Employers reported that employers planned to hire 5.3 percent more new college graduates than they did the previous year and the Center for Career and Life Development is prepared to help students get those jobs!

Located in Mission Viejo, Saddleback College provides quality higher education and training to the greater south Orange County community. Having served more than 500,000 students since 1968, Saddleback College offers over 300 degree and certificate programs to help students reach their personal, career, and educational goals. For more information, please visit www.saddleback.edu.

FBI Mixer - Sept. 29th

FBI Members Meet FBI Resource Partners
September 29, 2010

6:00 - 8:00 PM
Dear Valued Fashion Business Inc. Members and Friends!
You are invited to "Members Meet the FBI Resources" - Open House event Wednesday, September 29th! We welcome you to come and meet our Resource and Industry Partners face to face. Learn about their services, what is new in the industry and how their particular resource can assist your business grow and be more efficient.
Meet Resource Partners in Manufacturing, Consulting, Marketing, Factoring, Accounting, Production, IT and many others.
We would like our members to take full advantage of FBI services and resources!
This MIXER will take place during the Textile Week and FBI will be hosting series of seminars. Please check http://www.fashionbizinc.org/ for more info.

Wine and appetizers will be offered!
We highly encourage you to take part in this event and participate! It will be fun and beneficial for us all - Members, FBI and our Resource Partners!

FREE to all... but please RSVP to egle@fashionbizinc.org
Fashion Business Inc. 110 E. 9th Street, Suite C-786Los Angeles, CA 90079
Contact and RSVP to: egle@fashionbizinc.org(213) 892-1669

AIMS FREE Seminars Series

AIMS FREE Seminars Series for

LA Textile Week Monday, Sep 27th

AIMS Technology Solutions, Inc.
California Market Center
Suite A1173
Los Angeles, CA 90079

Understanding Apparel Principles Using Software Applications
Monday Septermber 27th

9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

An overview of manufacturing, distribution and
wholesaling using AIMS®, Apparel Information
Management Systems, a completely integrated order,
production and inventory control processing system
for manufacturers, importers and distributors. Learn
how to manage your business with apparel software
via the internet anytime, anywhere.
Presented by Henry Cherner of AIMS


EDI Made Simple
Monday Septermber 27th

10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Learn from the experts! If you are in the apparel
industry and want to do business with major
department stores, you must attend this seminar!
EDI topics will include UPC numbers, bar coding,
ASN’s, UCC-128 labels, EDI integration, service
bureaus and Inovis catalogs.
Presented by eCsss, AIMS, Progressive Label &
Innovative Systems


QuickBooks for the Apparel Industry
Monday Septermber 27th

12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

There is information that needs to be included in
your accounting system in order to produce financial
statements. Learn the basics about how to integrate
financial information into the General Ledger of
QuickBooks using AIMS.
Presented by Scott Allen


Retailing Online – Easy Shop
Monday Septermber 27th

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Have you ever wanted to sell retail online? Learn the
inside way of retailing online from the industry’s best.
It’s more than just a website; it’s an online retail store
to generate revenue. Topics include: Why web retailing
is important, responsibilities of opening a web store,
search engine optimization & advertising, marketing
your site, web merchandising, options & services
available for retailing online & best options for you.
Presented by Focal Technology

Free Seminars During Textile Week!

TEXTILE WEEK SEMINARS

at Fashion Business Inc.
September 27-29th

Monday, September 27th
10:30 - 11:30 am
Questions to Ask When Choosing Apparel Software

Presented by Joe Facenda, Visual 2000 International

12:00 - 1:00 pm

Starting and Branding Your Own Apparel Business

Presented by Frances Harder, President and founder FBI
2:00 - 3:00pm

The First Year of Your Business

Presented by Arlene Batishill, Founder of Scooter Girls
3:30 - 4:30 pm

Labeling Requirements for the Apparel Industry

Presented by Adam Flores, Progressive Label
FREE! - FBI Members (Bring your Saddleback ID and it's free!)

$10 - Non - Members (pay at the door)

Tuesday, September 28th
9:00 - 10:00am

Application Steps for Loan or Line of Credit

Presented by Jose Corona, Citibank
9:00 - 11:30 am

(Free, *$20) Illustrator for Textiles

Presented by Chris Schiotis
12:00 -1:00 pm

What Makes a Good Leader

Presented by Jana Samulski
12:30 - 2:30 pm

(Free, *$20)Photoshop for Textiles

Presented by Chris Schiotis

2:00 - 3:00 pm

Save Money & Time with Credit Processing and Remote Deposit

Presented by David Dea, Nouvolution
3:00 - 5:00 pm

(Free, *$20)Direct to Garment Printing with the Brother GT-541

Presented by Chris Schiotis
3:30- 4:30 pm

Don't Get Lost in the Sea of E-Commerce

Presented by Teri Watts, Shoppista

Free - FBI Members!$10 - Non-Members (pay at the door)

Computer Classes ***$20

Wednesday, September 29
9:00 - 10:00 am

3D Draping

Presented by Kabeer Lal, Director of Tukatech
10:30 - 11:30 am

Influence, Persuasion, and Relaxation

Presented by Jana Samulski
12:00 - 1:00 pm

Public Relations

Presented by Lisa Elia, Media Relations for Fashion Brands
1:30-2:30 pm

Factoring For Your Business

Presented by Ken Wengrod, FTC Corporation
3:00 - 4:00 pm

The New Equilibrium - Autumn/Winter 11/12 - Women's and Menswear Trends

Presented by Fiona Jenvey, CEO of Mudpie
FREE! - FBI Members (Saddleback Students bring your student ID and it's free!)

110 East 9th Street Suite 786 Los Angeles, CA 90079 Phone: 213-892-1669

Downloadable Free Patterns

Fabric.com has free downloadable patterns every student should check out! Patterns include skirts, hats, tops, and accessories. Download them and print straight to your computer.

FREE PATTERNS

MAGIC - Free Seminars with Fashion Business Inc

Marketplace

Las Vegas - August 1st

Seminar Series

ABC TO Z'S Of Launching a Successful Apparel Line Part 1 - Planning, Market Niche, Financial & Legal The ever-changing apparel industry has continued to evolve over the past couple of years. Understand and learn how to incorporate changes such as speed to market and immediate buying. August 17th, 9:00 am LAS VEGAS CONVENTION CENTER NORTH HALL 2ND FLOOR, N254 Panel: Farah Bhatti - Attorney Buchalter Nemmer Arlene Battishil, President/CEO, ScooterGirls Rob Greenspan - Greenspan Consulting Ken Wengrod, President and Founder - FTC Commercial Corp ABC TO Z'S Of Launching a Successful Apparel Line Part 2 - Brand Building, Sales and Marketing The ever-changing apparel industry has continued to evolve over the past couple of years. Understand and learn how to incorporate changes such as speed to market and immediate buying. August 17th, 12:00 pm LAS VEGAS CONVENTION CENTER - NORTH HALL 2ND FLOOR, N254 Panel: Carlo Gambeni (sp)... Couture the Clothing Company Dana Fried - Delphic Consulting Sheila Hill - Launch USA ABC TO Z'S Of Launching a Successful Apparel Line Part 3 - Importing, Exporting, Licensing and Off Shore Production The ever-changing apparel industry has continued to evolve over the past couple of years. Understand and learn how to incorporate changes such as speed to market and immediate buying. August 18th, 9:30am LAS VEGAS CONVENTION CENTER - NORTH HALL 2ND FLOOR, N254 Panel: Nathan Fleisig of OUTERSTUFF Bobby Hines - US Trade & Commerce Farah Bhatti - Attorney Ken Wengod - Financial ABC TO Z'S Of Launching a Successful Apparel Line Part 4 - Retailing in 2010 The ever-changing apparel industry has continued to evolve over the past couple of years. Understand and learn how to incorporate changes such as speed to market, immediate buying and e-commerce. August 18, 3:00 pm LAS VEGAS CONVENTION CENTER - NORTH HALL 2ND FLOOR, N254 Moderator: Frances Harder, President & Founder, Fashion Business Incorporated Panel: Don Stephens Director of Global Business Solutions - BCBGMaxAzriaGroup Susan Brandt. Chief Marketing Officer - Voomerang Frank Kaufman, Business Assurance Partner - Moss Adams Alicia Estrada, CEO, Founder & Designer - Stop Staring! Fashion Business, Inc. Presents MAGIC Networking Event MIXER August 18 6pm - 8:30pm Where: Hard Rock Hotel (Circle Bar) Mix and Mingle with Fashion Industry professionals, including all the FBI Consultants and Seminar Series Speakers. Come face-to-face with like-minded, motivated professionals in your field. Facebook and Twitter can make you quick connections, but shaking an individual's hand will make a lasting impression. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity! See you there! (Drinks NOT included) All Seminars are FREE to attend! Check the link for updates.... http://www.magiconline.com/attendee/seminar-series/

LA Textile Week - Free Seminars

SPECIAL EVENT!!! FBI Seminar Series March 15 - 17 2010 Register HERE! ALL FBI Members receive FREE entry to the FBI Seminar Series ($175 value!). Become an FBI Member and take advantage of all the FREE information and resources! Monday, March 15, 2010 Understanding Apparel Principles Using Software Applications 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. EDI Made Simple 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Photoshop and Illustrator for Textiles 10:00 am - 12:00pm Cost: Members - FREE Non Members - $15 QuickBooks for the Apparel Industry 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Photoshop and Illustrator for Textiles 1:00 pm -3:00pm Cost: Members - FREE Non Members - $15 Retailing Online 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Cost-Effective Product Data Management Systems 4:00pm - 5:00pm FBI Mixer 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 16, 2010 Direct to Garment Printing with the Brother GT-541 10:00 am - 12:00 am Cost: Members - FREE Non Members - $15 Labeling Requirements for the Apparel Industry 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 3D Virtual Apparel Technology 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Legal Strategies for a Profitable Fashion Business 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Direct to Garment Printing with the Brother GT-541 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Cost: Members - FREE Non Members - $15 Wednesday March 17, 2010 Using Your Bank to Benefit Your Business. 10:00 am - 11:00 am De-mystifying the Small Business Loan Application 11:30am - 12:30pm How to Plan, Merchandise, Sell and Brand Your Business in a Global Market. 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Helpful Hints for Hiring Independent Sales Reps. 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Thursday, March 18, 2010 Intermediate Flats Class 10am - 2pm Apparel Business Workshop 9am - 5pm Register NOW! Limited Space!!! Saturday, March 20, 2010 FBI Designer Launch Pad RUNWAY Show - 4:30pm! Note: All seminars will be held @ CMC 110 E. 9th St. Suite C786 Los Angeles, CA 90079 Each 1 hour Seminar Cost: Members - FREE Non Members - $10 each (unless otherwise noted)

Turning a Changed Economy into a Profitable Business Opportunity

PANEL DISCUSSION:Turning a Changed Economy into a Profitable Business Opportunity

WHEN: TUESDAY, March 2

TIME: 4pm - 5pm
COST: FREE
Listen to experts explain how, with careful planning ,to turn those creative ideas into a profitable apparel related business. Join a panel of industry experts who will examine the various aspects of the importance of planning merchandising, branding, sales and international marketing opportunities for a US fashion business. MODERATOR - Frances Harder, President and Founder of Fashion Business, Inc.

PANEL: Susan Brandt, Dana Fried, Bobby Hines, Ken Wengrod, Bobby Hines

LOCATION:GlobalTexLos Angeles Convention CenterSeminar Suite, West Hall, Hall A

Contact Phone: 213-892-1669
info@fashionbizinc.org
» Register Now