2013 ]âÇx]âÇx]âÇx]âÇx

NYC Conference Edition

2

_xààxÜ yÜÉÅ exz|ÉÇtÄ W|ÜxvàÉÜ

“Client Relationships”

I have been thinking a lot about client relationships lately. Most of the time people ponder

relationships, it’s because they are having extreme difficulty or extremely good times. I haven’t had

either as of late, but felt the need to address this important aspect of our lives.

I am a sole proprietor… I do my own sales, my own marketing, my own PR (although with a little

help from Peplum PR), my own labor, my own invoicing, and my own….. the list goes on.

For those of you who are also small business owners, I’m sure you can relate to the never-ending

workload. We never have the time to really focus on those client relationships as we should. We are

always focusing on the next “big thing”, always the future… not so much the current.

I know in my own life there is always room for improvement, but I want to encourage others (and

myself) to really value those clients we currently HAVE! Even though they seem overwhelming at

times… with all their questions, phone calls, emails, and attention… we need to take a breath and

remind ourselves that these are the people who are making our financial life possible. They are the

ones continuing our business and will ultimately be the ones who either refer us to others, or don’t. I

know I want to be the type of business owner that always appreciates what I have while also striving

for the best possible outcome my future holds.

Trust your instincts and follow you heart… You are in control of your own destiny and remember…

if you are comfortable, you aren’t necessarily growing. Stretch yourself on a daily basis. Maybe that

means taking the time for a cup of Joe with that needy client or simply writing an “I appreciate you”

email.

Let’s thank those that keep our small businesses growing.

]âÄ|x YÉâz{à

FGI San Diego Regional Director

3

gtuÄx Éy VÉÇàxÇàá Letter from Regional Director………………………………………………………..2 Letter from Editor……………………………………………………………………..3 Table of Contents……………………………………………………………………..3 About FGI……………………………………………………………………………...4 Calendar of Events……………..................………………………………………...5 Opening Night Cocktail Party Photo Recap…………………………………….…6 Stephen Burrows-When Fashion Danced…………………………...……………8 The Players Club Award Dinner with Tracy Reese……………………………...10 FGI Throughout the World..………………………….…………………………….12 FGI Job Bank...………….…………………………………………………………..13 FGI San Diego Members....………………………………………………………..14 Members’ Corner……………………………………………………………………15 Board Members……………………………………………………………………..16

Hello FGI San Diego! I am so excited to say that our little newsletter (in its current form) is one year old!!! It was last year at this time that I recapped my visit to the Big Apple representing San Diego at the INTERNATIONAL conference. This year I was given the privilege to represent you as well and thus this month’s newsletter issue is a recap from that phenomenal event. Getting to meet so many amazing people from all over the world was so exciting. There were representatives of Japan, South Korea, Mexico City as well as all over the States. Talking with all of these people reminded me that FGI is indeed INTERNATIONAL. We tend to get so wrapped up in our everyday lives that we forget that we are part of something bigger, something more important, something prestigious. FGI is the only INTERNATIONAL fashion organization of its kind, started way back in the 30’s by the then-editor of Vogue and other remarkable women such as Eleanor Roosevelt. We are a part of that legacy and it feels pretty amazing to think of it in that way. So when you are out and about, perhaps having “one-of-those-days”, remember that as a member of FGI, you are part of something bigger and greater than yourself. :-) Have a fashionabulous month!!! Until next time…

]xtÇxààx VÜâàv{y|xÄw FGI San Diego Board Member-Communications Chair/RD-Elect

_xààxÜ yÜÉÅ Xw|àÉÜ

4

WHO we are already…

The Fashion Group International is a

global non-profit association with a

network of over 5,000 dynamic

professionals of achievement and

influence from all areas of fashion

and related industries including

apparel, accessories, beauty,

publishing, retailing and interior

design.

Established in 1930, The Fashion

Group International was founded on

the idea that it takes an exceptional

woman to flourish and succeed in the

challenging world of fashion. That

year, seventeen women gathered by

Edna Woolman Chase, editor-in-chief

of VOGUE, met for lunch in New

York City. They had three things in

common: each held a job of

consequence in fashion, each

respected every member of the group

and each held a common belief.

They agreed that fashion needed a

forum for the expression and

enhancement of the American fashion

business and the increasingly

important role women played in the

industry. Ever since, the organization

has brought the best and the brightest

in the industry together in unique

ways that provide an unrivaled

support system, while facilitating the

exchange of ideas and resources.

Elizabeth Arden, Edith Head and

Eleanor Roosevelt were among the

founding members. Eight decades

later, the names have changed, but

the energy, talent and commitment

remains the same.

WHAT we do in the present…

The Fashion Group International

works to promote the advancement of

every member, while addressing

issues that affect the entire industry.

Our commitment to the industry is

evident in our proactive approach to

business. Our events provide a forum

for the exchange of ideas and

information with industry leaders on

a wide array of topics.

WHERE we are headed in the

future…

Cognizant of the ever-changing

nature of the industry, and the

increasingly turbulent nature of

business, the Fashion Group

International addresses issues

relevant to the future of the industry.

Our events encourage thinking

outside the box, both for members

and non-members alike. As we begin

the twenty-first century, the role of

our organization will be more

relevant than ever. Even conducting

“business as usual” will require

foresight and knowledge of “big

picture” issues that are the hallmark

of our events.

Global communications and the New

Media revolution are an integral part

of our commitment to being at the

cutting edge. Fashion Group

International’s online presence as

well as localized blogs and social

media is the industry’s number one

cyber-destination for a wealth of

information about fashion and

fashion-related industries. Fashion

Group International’s web site is an

ever-evolving resource for industry

professionals.

FGI Mission Statement…

The FGI mission is to be the

pre-eminent authority on the business

of fashion and design and to help its

members become more effective in

their careers. To do this, FGI

provides insights on major trends in

person, online and in print; access to

business professionals and a gateway

to the influence fashion plays in the

marketplace.

The goals of the organization

are…

To advance professionalism in

fashion and its related lifestyle

industries.

To provide a public forum for

examination of important,

contemporary issues in the business

of fashion.

To present timely information

regarding national and global trends

that have an effect on the fashion

industries.

To provide activities and programs

which enhance networking skills and

encourage interpersonal contacts so

as to further the professional, social

and personal development of

members.

For More Information on Fashion

Group International, please visit our

local web site:

www.fgisandiego.org

or our New York web site at:

www.fginewyork.org

5

You've asked, we deliver! This is a member only event where we will get to mingle and network while sipping cocktails and nibbling on half priced appetizers. Don't want to come solo? No wor-ries, feel free to bring a plus one. Price is free and must be a member to attend. Oh, and did we mention swag for members plus $3.00 margaritas? Here's to great food, great friends and great fun!

Monday, June 10th, 2013 6 pm to 8 pm Elbowroom

5225 Kearny Villa Road San Diego, CA 92123

Are you a current member of FGI San Diego? Enjoy 25% off your tickets to the

2013 La Jolla Fashion Film Festival!

Check your email for the private discount code. Didn’t receive the email?

Email fgisandiego@yahoo.com. Once we verify your membership, we will forward you the discount code.

Do you have or know of any fashion events going on in the San Diego area?

Did you know that FGI San Diego has an online Fashion Calendar integrated into its blog? www.fgisandiego.wordpress.com

Want to have your event included on the fashion calendar?

Send the information on your event to

fgisandiegoblog@gmail.com!

6

Opening night of the FGI Conference in New York City was held at the gorgeous Estee Lauder Headquarters on 5th Avenue overlooking Central Park. Being in such an exquisite place, with an amazing view and mingling with all of the various regions in attendance, it was truly a fantastic night for all! It was the start to a PHENOMENAL conference!

7

8

The second night of conference, we had the distinct privilege to attend a gallery event at the Museum of the City of New York celebrating the career of Stephen Burrows. Burrows was born in New Jersey in 1943 and began designing in 1966 after graduating from the Fashion Institute of Technology. The first African-American designer to receive international acclaim, he is considered an industry legend for his innovative work in matte jersey, chiffon and velvet. Dubbed “an American original” by The New York

Times, Burrows is recognized as the designer who created the fluttery hem referred to as “lettuce edge”. In 1973, he was one of the five designers selected to represent the United States at the “Battle of Versailles” benefit fashion show, whre he and fellow Americans Anne Klein, Bill Blass, Halston and Oscar de la Renta showed alongside Parisian icons Pierre Cardin, Christian Dior, Hubert de Givenchy, Yves Saint Laurent and Emanual Ungaro. When Fashion Danced, (at the Museum of the City of New York) is a retrospective of Burrows’ career. When viewing these extraordinary clothes, it is impossible not to want to dance the night away. Add to it that Burrows himself walked us through the exhibit made a night never to forget.

9

10

featuring guest speaker

11

12

g{ÜÉâz{Éâà à{x jÉÜÄw [xÜxËá ã{tà zÉ|Çz ÉÇ tÜÉâÇw à{x ãÉÜÄw4

Travelling soon?

Did you know that

Fashion Group

International is indeed

INTERNATIONAL!!!

With chapters all over

the United States as

well as Mexico,

Canada, England,

France, Australia,

South America and so

many more, there are

FGI events being held

all over the world that

you are invited to

simply because you

are a member of the

San Diego chapter!

Quick!

Grab your passport

and let’s see what the

rest of

FGI is up to!

13

Ytá{|ÉÇ ZÜÉâÑ]Éu UtÇ~

Need some help around the office?

Have a project coming up and need help?

Have a position open in your company?

Need interns?

If you are a member of FGI San Diego,

then you are able to advertise your

job openings (paid or not) in the

FGI newsletter for FREE!

Email your job description with

contact information to

fgisandiegonewsletter@gmail.com

Interested in becoming more involved with

FGI San Diego?

We are currently looking people to fill

a couple of vacancies in our board.

Interested? Send us an email to set up an interview!

FGIsandiego@yahoo.com

Department: Academic Affairs

Position Summary:Instruct and facilitate meaningful learning of the course competencies in the curriculum and proac-tively support all facets of the learning environment. Provide education through learning centered instruction that will en-able graduates to fulfill the evolving needs of the marketplace. Encourage a culture of learning that values mutual re-sponsibility and respect, life-long learning and ethics as well as personal and professional development.

Key Job Elements:• Provides competency-based education• Designs/delivers class instruction• Enables student exit competencies• Delivers learning-centered instruction• Promotes student success• Manages the learning environment•

Contributes to a culture of learning• Relates professional/life/industry experience to learning

Must have Master’s Degree

Darlene C. Ritz, MBA

Academic Director, Fashion

The Art Institute of California - San Diego, a campus of Argosy University

7650 Mission Valley Road

San Diego, CA 92108

858.598.1333

www.artinstitutes.edu/sandiego

14

www.facebook.com/fusionelle

15

`xÅuxÜáË VÉÜÇxÜ

For more information on advertising,

Email FGIsandiegonewsletter@gmail.com

Exclusive discount for friends of the FGI San Diego Newsletter!

15% off all online orders from June 6th through June 30th.

www.kurvyinc.com and use discount code FGI15

16

UÉtÜw `xÅuxÜá Regional Director…………………………………………………….Julie Fought

Secretary…………………………...………………………………Jeanie Haddox

Secretary-Elect……………………………………………………...Elle Chaseton

Treasurer…………………………………………………………Sushmita Utpala

Programs Co-Chair……………………………………………………Lena Evans

Programs Co-Chair…………………………………………………Kit Kuriakose

Programs Co-Chair………………………………………….……..Melissa Lewis

Membership Co-Chair.……..…………………….………………Currently Open

Membership Co-Chair…………………………….………………….Liza Pinard

Public Relations Chair………………………………………...……Vanessa Diaz

Publicity Chair…………………………………………………..Kailynn Bowling

Hospitality Chair……………………………………………………..Marie Green

Sponsorship Chair…………………………………………..…….Currently Open

Communications Chair/RD-Elect……………………………Jeanette Crutchfield

Communications-Elect…………………………………...………...Shahnaz Zarif

District Director……………………………………………………...Pam Iannota

P.O. Box 86545

San Diego, CA 92138

Interested in becoming a board member? You must serve on a committee before consideration.

Contact FGISanDiego@yahoo.com for more information.