September 2023
Changing Trade Flows for Apparel
The Department of International Trade and Marketing and Rutgers Business School partner together as Professor Sonja Chapman presents on textiles and apparel trade flow post 301 Sanctions vs. post implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act. RSVP here to attend in person, or attend the Vimeo livestream. This event is for the FIT community only.
Find out more »October 2023
Talking Trade at FIT: WITA on Career Pathways Panel
The Washington International Trade Association (WITA) Academy, in partnership with FIT's Department of International Trade and Marketing, presents a three-hour online event designed to teach FIT students about careers in international trade and business. Students will gain insight from trade professionals, pose questions to policymakers, and learn about exciting career opportunities in international affairs, business, and trade. Students will come away with an understanding of the trade policy-making community, the role of its key players, and the opportunities for internships…
Find out more »November 2023
35th Apparel Importers Trade and Transportation Conference
Hosted by the United States Fashion Industry Association (USFIA) in conjunction with the Jay and Patty Baker School of Business and Technology, the 35th Annual Apparel Importers Trade and Transportation Conference features discussions about the trade, transportation, and compliance challenges for fashion brands and retailers. The USFIA's largest annual event brings together professionals from companies across the supply chain for a day full of insights from policy makers and industry experts. The conference will analyze the impact of the mid-term…
Find out more »Talking Trade at FIT: A Day in the Life of Diverse Impactful Founders
Our special guest speakers will explore what it takes to found and run a nonprofit in the fashion industry, collaborate with United Nations to achieve its Sustainable Development Goals, as well as hone the specialized skills of promising leaders through business education and other lifelong mentorship for the next generation of professionals. Moderator: David Uricoli, principal, Uricoli Consulting Inc. Opening Speaker: Lucia DeRespinis, executive director, Office of Grants and Sponsored Programs, FIT Guest Speakers: Kerry Bannigan, founder and executive director, Fashion…
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