2012-2016 News Items
Posted December 2016
Kering's Comptroller Presents to International Finance Students
Girogio Motta, Mall Company Director of Kering, owner of Gucci and other luxury brands,
gave the students of the IN442.701 International Finance class in spring 2017 an overview
of Kering's strategy and financial outlook as well as tips for successful career applicants.
What stood out in the audience's mind was the was most excited about hiring someone
who is passionate about the company as well as its strategies, is interested in learning
all aspects of its structure, and relishes handling projects. With respect to project
management, the company looks for someone who can see the big picture, i.e. the ultimate
goal, while paying attention to details, yet not get lost in them.
December 12, 2016
Prof. Sonja Chapman has just been promoted to Adjunct Associate Professor of the Department of International Trade and Marketing (ITM). As a licensed customs broker, she has been teaching ITM courses since 2003 and is introducing IN320 Compliance Management in International Trade this spring 2017 semester. Prof. Chapman has also been instrumental in helping ITM and other FIT programs obtain scholarship funding from Cotton Incorporated. We offer Prof. Chapman our heartiest congratulations!
Posted November 2016
Talking Trade @ FIT: A Day in the Life of an International Executive
November 28, 2016
A panel of experts discussed the attributes and factors they consider valuable and needed to climb the corporate ladder and succeed in an international career. Key takeaway: where you start is not where you end.
Collaborator/Moderator
Professor Mark Greiz
Panelists
Sydney Price, Senior Vice President, Corporate Social Responsibility, Kate Spade &
Company
Dina Avramidis, Vice President of Production, Production & Quality, Stella & Dot
Steven Hurwitz, Senior Vice President, Product Development, Manufacturing & Sourcing,
Tumi Inc.
View Presentations (.pdf - large file)
Volunteers
Juan Fernandez (photography)
Casey Stuart
Christina Gemerek
Bianca Villanueva
left-right: Sydney Price, Dina Avramidis, Steven Hurwitz, Prof. Christine Pomeranz
Photo: Juan Fernandez, ITM Student
Posted September 2016
September 14, 2016 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Talking Trade @ FIT: Luxury African Fashion: Entrepreneurship and E-Commerce
The diversified panel of speakers discussed their experiences with and lessons learned from building their luxury African fashion businesses.
Collaborator/Moderator
Alexis Rai Gaynor, CEO/Founder of the Rai Group International, Executive Director
of African Fashion Fund, and Contributor, Influencer, and Elite Global Ambassador
for MOGUL
Guest Speakers
Julien Labat, Chief Executive Officer, Edun-Americas, Inc.
Afua Dabanka, Founder of Mo'saique, London
Autumn Adeigbo, Founder of Fashion Design Company Autumn Adeigbo
Stevie Boi, Founder of the Luxury Eye-Wear Line & Brand SBShades
Hanneli Ruppert, Founder of Merchants on Long, South Africa
PARIS TAYLORY, ITM 2014, GETS PROMOTED AT MACY'S
I was part of the Dec 2014 ITM graduating class. Macy's offered me a position to commence in March of 2015 for their Executive Development Program, a 3 month program to learn about the company and all the positions within out wheel of influence. After finishing the program, I was placed in merchandise planning; where we focus on creating and assortment by climate, region, store volume and demographics.
My first assignment was in the Cosmetics department, where I worked with brands such as Mac, Benefit, and Anastasia Beverly Hills. I helped expand Anastasia Beverly Hills and other young brands into 200 locations. We plan the breadth and the depth of the assortment by doing extensive analysis to learn about who our consumer is in each prospective store location.
I have now recently been promoted to a different family of business, swimwear, which is seasonal and highly licensed area, vastly different from Cosmetics. We plan and manage swimwear in a very different way from other conventional family of businesses. Being an ITM graduate has given me the knowledge and skills I needed to excel in retail. It has helped me adapt to change and understand the bigger picture in the retail landscape.
Najam Mufti, ITM Student, Revels in China Study Abroad Experience
Study Abroad Experience - Spring 2016 Semester at Donghua University Shanghai, China.
By Najam Mufti – ITM - FIT New York.
ITM prepared me for a semester abroad through its foundation courses. I chose to attend Donghua University in Shanghai as suggested by ITM chairperson, Prof. Christine Pomeranz, (suggest deleting "guide and advise me to take study abroad semester in China") to learn about Chinese fashion production, culture, and business environment. With the help of Mr. Dino Rodriguez and Mr. Brian Walters, I made excellent arrangements with the Office of International Programs at FIT.
While studying abroad in China during the Spring 2016 semester, I observed and love four attributes, respect of teachers, family values, hospitality, and friendship, in China.
In China, where there is a strong cultural emphasis on the importance of education, teachers enjoy a high status and considered to be the most respected in their careers. A large majority of adults in China believe that students should respect their teachers 100% of the time in contrast to most European countries where I observed that only a minority view that students should show deference to them.
While China has increasingly adopted western influences while undergoing significant changes in recent years, the traditional family structure and family values are still highly valued and hold prominent importance in the Chinese culture. Families are still cherished, honored and respected, whether one lives in the traditional, rural environment or in the modern, urban city. Both traditional and modern Chinese families have similar values and morals and these have been a part of daily life for many centuries.
In the Chinese language, there are many words and phrases associated with making friends. One Chinese poet wrote: "To have a good friend has nothing to do with distance. Even if the friend is far away, he is as close as a good neighbor." China is a hospitable nation because the Chinese attach great importance to making good friends, reflecting the value of guanxi in its culture. From great nightlife to festivals, most cities throughout China provide many avenues for making friends and meeting people with like-minded interests.
All throughout my stay in China I’ve seen Chinese people wearing shirts with English words on them, university students playing soccer with Western-brand cleats, and American music coming from speakers. American products Chevy, Starbucks, Apple, New Balance, Oreo, KFC, MacDonald are very popular in Chinese market. The U.S. and China, are miles apart in some cases, with amazingly different populations and histories, but are still united by people co-existing in this vastly evolving world.
It was wonderful experience of delectable authentic Chinese cuisine from Beijing duck to Shanghai dumplings and hot pot. Living abroad provides a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to build friendships with people across the globe. Every day was exciting. In the beginning of semester, it was great cultural shock. but within a few weeks everything becomes easy with the help of Chinese classmates. Everywhere I went in China, I always felt welcome at all times. I had no bad experience whatsoever.
It was an exciting semester in China filled with infinite knowledge, exotic sights, alluring smells and the constant sound of beeping bicycles, scooters, cars and vans. From the imperial grandeur of the Forbidden City in Beijing to the unforgettable sights of the Great Wall, China offers an unparalleled heritage of history and culture to explore.
I am sure this lifetime experience in China will be helpful in my future fashion profession and involvement in International trade. Thanks to ITM, thanks to FIT, thanks to Donghua University, best wishes for all my classmates.
June, 2016
Laura Chamoun, ITM 2011, Joins Tory Burch's E-Commerce/Logistics Operations
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I began my career at the UK brand AllSaints in E-Commerce working out of their Distribution Center in New Jersey. Shortly after I began, they relocated to Chicago so I transitioned into retail for my love of the company. I started as a store manager, then quickly grew into a District Manager for their US concessions. After three years with the company, I was ready for a new challenge. I became the Assistant General Manager at Prada. It was a wonderful learning experience to see the difference between luxury and contemporary brands. I realized that my career was moving in a retail direction, and truly missed working in E-commerce/logistics. I made the difficult decision and left Prada. I am in my new role at Tory Burch, working with online orders out of their distribution center in New Jersey. I feel very lucky to part of a brand based on entrepreneurship, passion, and creativity.
I am forever grateful to the ITM program and all of the professors I was lucky enough to learn from. What I admired most about the program was its goal of preparing us for our careers and the future of global trade. The advice I would give students is to get out there as soon as possible- part time work, internships, anything. Make as many connections as possible and never be afraid to try something new! If you work hard and are passionate, you will thrive in any position.
Thank you, Professor Pomeranz, for leading a department full of endless talent, knowledge and inspiration.
Posted: May, 2016
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ITM alumna 2010 and The Warnaco Group Inc. scholar, Cynthia Cheung, Fabric Research and Development Manager at Chico's headquarters in Fort Myers, Florida.
In this photo, she is with her husband, Chris, and their son, Christopher.
Posted: May, 2016
Ralph Lauren Corp. and New Times Group 2017 Scholarships Awarded
GABRIELLA MANDUCA, TAMAR BENSHALOM, ERIKA RENSTROM, AND ALEKSANDRA STEPNIK SELECTED TO SPLIT SCHOLARSHIPS TOTALLING $17,000 AND ORIANA DELGADO PICKED TO RECEIVE NEW TIMES GROUP SCHOLARSHIP FOR $2,800
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We are pleased to announce that the Selection Committee has chosen Gabriella Mandula, Tamar Benshalom, Erika Renstrom, and Aleksandra (Ola) Stepnik as co-recipients of academic year 2017’s Ralph Lauren Scholarships and Oriana Delgado as the beneficiary of the 2017 New Times Group ITM Scholarship.
The committee was composed of David Uricoli, Vice President of Global Human Rights
Compliance at Ralph Lauren Corporation; Robin Solow, Senior Director of Global Talent
Management at Ralph Lauren Corporation; Meghan Campbell, Coordinator of Global Talent
Management, Human Resources at Ralph Lauren Corp.; Paul Magel, President of Business
Applications and Technology Outsourcing Division at Computer Generated Solutions and
ITM Advisory Board member; Claudia Huerta, International Business Consultant and L’Oreal
and ITM alumna; and Analeesa Ciampi, Trade Compliance Specialist, Louis Vuitton Americas
and ITM alumna.
Read Full Announcement (pdf)
THREE ITM MAJORS TO SHARE THE 2016-2017 PVH CORP.SCHOLARSHIP TOTALLING $15,000
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ITM is proud to announce that the Selection Committee has chosen Aleksandra (Ola) Stepnik, Tamar Benshalom, and Yihyun (Kara) Kim as co-recipients of the 2016-2017 PVH Inc. scholarships. They were so impressive
that PVH intends to augment the scholarship funds allocated by FIT’s board of trustees
to ensure that each of them receives $5,000.
The Selection Committee included Guy Vickers, President of The PVH Foundation and
Senior Vice President of Global Community Relations at PVH Corp; Amy Anderson, University
Program Manager, Talent Acquisition of PVH Corp.; Joanne L. Krakowski, Founder and
Chief Executive Officer of Mt and ITM alumna; Estefania Garcia-Correa, PVH scholar 2014 and
Account Executive for Latin America Business Development, Vilebrequin; and John Garcia,
PVH (formerly Warnaco Inc. Group) scholar in 2009 and currently in transition from
Project Manager at NBC Universal to Marketing Specialist at BBC Latin America in Florida.
Read Full Announcement (pdf)
Talking Trade Guest Lecture Series on
Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and Updates on Other Trade Agreements
see program
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Left to right:
Beth Ring, Prof. Christine Pomeranz, Edward Hertzman, Julia K. Hughes, and Thomas
Crockett
Posted: April,
2016
Gemini Shippers Association Academic 2016 Scholarship Awarded
ERIKA RENSTROM SELECTED TO RECEIVE $3,100 SCHOLARSHIP
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We are pleased to announce that the Scholarship Selection Committee comprised of longtime
ITM supporter, donor, and Lifetime Achievement Awardee ITM advisory board member,
Sara Mayes, President of Gemini Shippers Association; Sophie Miyashiro, International
Trade Specialist and U.S. Customs Broker and exceptional ITM alumna 2013; and Prof.
Carla QuatraroDarcy, ITM Mentoring Coordinator and outstanding ITM alumna 2015, have
chosen Erika Renstrom as the recipient of the 20162017 Gemini Shippers Association Academic Scholarship.
Read Full Announcement (pdf)
Talking Trade Guest Lecture Series on
Understanding the Importance of Cultural Diversity in Global Business
see program
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Left to right:
Terrence Clark, Prof. Christine Pomeranz, Derek Burks, Dean Steven Frumkin, Ms. Nicole
Arnaboldi, Prof. Subash Midha, and
Patricia Goodwin-Peters
Posted: April, 2016
New 2016-2017 ITM WORLD TRADE WEEK SCHOLARSHIPS
Through the fundraising efforts of World Trade Week NYC (WTW NYC) committee of the
New York District Export Council (NYDEC), a next generation five-year program has
been developed. It is a very exciting endeavor by WTW NYC to foster an environment
in the tri-state area that inspires undergraduates and recent graduates to work in
international trade. This, in turn, is intended to support talent educated by key
New York City and state institutions and further grow our local economy. The launch
of the WTW NYC Next Generation Program will start with two scholarships in the amount
of $1,500 each that will be offered in 2016 to help cover educational expenses for
an academic year for undergraduate students majoring in international trade or international
business. One scholarship will be awarded to a student at the Department of International Trade
and Marketing (ITM) at the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), SUNY and one scholarship will be awarded to an undergraduate student majoring in international
business at Baruch College/CUNY.
The scholarship is for students with a record of strong scholastic achievement and
volunteer work in the community. This year’s recipients will be announced at the World
Trade Week NYC 2016 awards breakfast on May 16, 2016.
World Trade Week Scholarship due Monday, April 25 (.pdf)
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Join me in congratulating Guillermo C. Jimenez and Elizabeth Pulos on the publication of their open textbook, Good Corporation, Bad Corporation: Corporate Social Responsibility in the Global Economy!
Good Corporation, Bad Corporation: Corporate Social Responsibility in the Global Economy
by Guillermo C. Jimenez and Elizabeth Pulos, is available at: Open SUNY Textbooks
Full Announcement (pdf)
Posted: March 21, 2016
ITM adjunct instructor, Marie Driscoll wrote an article published in Luxury Daily on 21 March, 2016 about the merits of
considering Amazon's strategies for staying competitive in the global fashion market.
See Article
Posted: February 24, 2016
Photo credits to FIT Photography Student Nikki Taylor Massaro
ITM Student Bruno Meira is planning a Models and Stylists Networking Conference on April 9th, 2016 1-5pm
Bruno is the president and founder of the FIT Models and Stylists Association, now in its fourth season. Together with his team, Bruno has created a networking platform at FIT for models, stylists, photographers, videographers, bloggers, hair/ makeup artists, future and current industry leaders. Last year, Bruno produced the first Models and Stylists Networking Conference at the Katie Murphy Amphitheater featuring Claire Unabia from America's Next Top Model and Q Model Barrett Pall and it was a key event that brought the members an opportunity to form connections and ideas.
This year FITMSA will collaborate with Menswear Club to incorporate fashion show segments with collections by and for FIT, in order to showcase the association’s talents in action and open a door for our members during the networking reception. The collection is being coordinated by head student designer and Menswear Club Vice-President Dakota Campbell and supervised by designer Sylvio Kovacic.
FITMSA is looking to have a production that reflects their spirit in every aspect, from classic invitation boxes to their very own publication, MODE, that features FIT models, stylists and fashion staff.
Interested in attending or being a sponsor? Reach out to Bruno - #BelieveInTheDream
Posted: January 21, 2016
Talking Trade @ FIT Guest Lecture Series - Spring 2016
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Fashion Law and Ethical Fashion: Fashion Licensing and Responsible Sourcing
Thursday, 3 March, 2016
3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
FIT’s Employee Dining Room, Dubinsky Student Center, 8th Floor Alcove
As the fashion industry moves overwhelmingly to address labor, ethical and environmental
challenges in sourcing, increasing pressure is also brought to bear on licensees.
Licensing, which is perhaps the most prevalent business mode in the fashion industry,
can complicate the process, because both licensor and licensee have interests in maintaining
a clean supply chain. In this Talking Trade panel, two fashion law experts will review
the law and practice of responsible sourcing in the licensing context.
Moderator: Guillermo Jimenez, Associate Professor, International Trade & Marketing (ITM), Fashion Institute of Technology
Speaker: Mr. Adam Ziedenweber, Vice President, Sourcing Compliance, G-III Apparel Group
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Understanding the Importance of Cultural Diversity in Global Business
Thursday, 21 April, 2016
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
FIT’s Dubinsky Student Center, 8th Floor Alcove, 27th St. & 8th Ave.
in Partnership with Prof. Subash Midha, Global Strategy Advisory (India) International
Business and Finance, NYU
A panel of experts will discuss how cultural diversity serves to enrich career satisfaction
while achieving
corporate missions in the global marketplace.
Welcome: Dean Steven Frumkin, Jay and Patty Baker School of Business and Technology, Fashion Institute of Technology
Keynote Speaker: Ms. Nicole Arnaboldi, J.D., Managing Director & Vice Chairman, Asset Management Division,
Credit Suisse Group AG
Collaborator/Moderator: Prof. Subash Midha, Global Strategy Advisory (India), International Business and
Finance, NYU
Panelists:
· Olga Vidisheva, Founder and CEO, Shoptiques.com
· Terrence Clark, President and CEO of the New York New Jersey Minority Supplier Development
Council
· Patricia Goodwin-Peters, Vice President of Global Rewards, Kate Spade & Company
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TransPacific Partnership and Updates on Free Trade Agreements
Monday, 2 May, 2016
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
FIT’s Dubinsky Student Center, 8th Floor Alcove, 27th St. & 8th Ave.
in Partnership with Sourcing Journal and the New York District Export Council during
World Trade Month
The distinguished panel will discuss the benefits and challenges derived by international
fashion companies from free trade agreements with emphasis on the Trans Pacific Partnership.
Moderator: Ed Hertzman, Founder and Publisher, Sourcing Journal
Panelists:
• Julia K. Hughes, President, United States Fashion Industry Association
• Nicole Bivens Collinson, International Trade and Government Relations, Sandler,
Travis & Rosenberg
• Thomas Crokett, Director of Government and Regulatory Affairs, Footwear Distributors
and Retailers of America
Eventbrite URL will be open for Registration until May 2nd 4:00pm:
All events will be available for attendance in person or online
Posted: January 21, 2016
Fall 2016 Field Trip to American President Lines' (APL) Operations at Maher Terminals
see full details (.pdf)
Convening Time: 10:00 a.m.
Date: Wednesday, 6 April, 2016. Presentation and tour start at 11:00 a.m. and end
at 2:00 p.m.
Location: 1210 Corbin Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07201
Tour will cover:
Tour will cover the vessel operations and on dock rail operations.
Space is Limited
Posted: January 21, 2016
2016-2017 ITM Scholarships
All completed applications must be hand delivered in both hard copy and on a USB drive
to the ITM Department Assistant in
B436 no later than 3 pm.
Ralph Lauren Scholarship due Monday, Monday, March 28 (.pdf)
New Times Group Scholarship due Monday, March 28 (.pdf)
Gemini Shippers Association Scholarship due Monday, Monday, March 28 (.pdf)
PVH Scholarship due Monday, March 28 (.pdf)
Sample Scholarship Questions (.pdf)
Posted: January 21, 2016
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ITM Alumna Named 2016 NYC Venture Fellow Jade Huang, CEO of StyleSage (FIT ITM 2006), has been named a 2016 NYC Venture Fellow,
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Posted: November 11, 2015
Talking Trade Guest Lecture Series on
Your Head-to-Toe Guide to International Ethical Fashion & Non-toxic Beauty
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Left to right: Profs. Christine S. Pomeranz and Guillermo Jimenez with Kate Black, Founder, Magnifeco, at the Talking Trade @ FIT event, Your Head-to-Toe Guide to International Ethical
Fashion & Non-toxic Beauty on 11 November, 2015 and her book signing sponsored by
FIT's Barnes and Noble bookstore immediately following the guest lecture.
see program
Posted: October 16 , 2015
Digital Learning Event with Former Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard
ITM Chair, Christine Pomeranz, and Honorable Julia Gillard, former Prime Minister
of Australia and current Chancellor of Ducere, about the future of education at LiveTiles
on 30 September, 2015. Photo by: Don Pollard
Posted: October 16 , 2015
Bottega Veneta's Mr. Sung An, CEO of the Americas; Ms. Jessica Ferguson, Manager of
Human Resources; Mr. Tyler March, Store Manager of the U.S. Flagship store; and Mr.
Paolo Reategui, Sales Manager of the U.S. Flagship store hosted ITM students at a
field trip in which they discussed the global brand's identity, craftsmanship, timelessness
as well as their own careers and internship opportunities there.
Posted: October 16 , 2015
NY Fashion Week Spring 2016 Badgley Mischka Collection
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ITM alumnae, Carla Quatraro-D'Arcy and Sophie Miyashiro, along with GFM alumna, Hutoxi Antia, joined ITM Chair, Christine Pomeranz, at Badgley Mischka's presentation of its spring 2016 collection at The Arc at Moynihan Station, new site of New York Fashion Week. |
Posted: August 24, 2015
Talking Trade @ FIT Fall 2015 Guest Lecture Series
see flyer details (.pdf)
African Fashion and International Business: Creative Economies Powered by Capacity
Building, Education, Entrepreneurship, Women Empowerment, and Innovation
Thursday, 24 September, 2015
9:15 a.m. 10:45 a.m.
Katie Murphy Amphitheater, Ground Floor, Pomerantz Center or attend or online at fitnyc.edu/itm
Speaker: Ms. Roberta Annan, Founder and Principal, Roberta Annan Consulting
African fashion is on the rise. Africa is making waves in the commercial fashion industry with the use of traditional patterns and textiles. Yet, failing economies and lack of investment opportunities have put African Designers out of focus and exclusion from the global fashion market. Join Roberta Annan, Founder of Fraillain, as she discusses the Frallain Initiative and its role in creating a platform for African designers through capacity building, education, and women empowerment.
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Marketing and Licensing in Latin America
Tuesday, 27 October, 2015
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
8th Floor, Dubinsky Student Center or attend online at fitnyc.edu/itm
Speaker: Ms. Karina Spar, Executive Vice President of Licensing, Tommy Hilfiger
Ms. Sylvia Reyes, Director of Apparel and Textiles USA, Procolombia (invited)
A panel of experts will discuss their career path, experience with licensing in Latin America, in which countries they are focusing, the challenges they are facing, as well as how they are competing with international and local brands there, and provide advice to students and graduates who aspire for a similar careers.
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Your Head-to-Toe Guide to International Ethical Fashion & Non-toxic Beauty
Wednesday, 11 November, 2015
9:15 a.m. 10:45 a.m.
8th Floor, Dubinsky Student Center or attend online at fitnyc.edu/itm
Master of Ceremonies: Prof. Guillermo Jimenez, Associate Professor, Department of International Trade and Marketing, Fashion Institute of Technology
Speaker: Kate Black, Founder, Magnifeco.com and EcoSessions, and Author, Magnifeco: Your Head-to-Toe Guide to Ethical Fashion and Non-toxic Beauty
Our distinguished guest speaker will highlight how the fashion industry's reputation for international social responsibility can be elevated through brands and designers leading the way so that consumers can make more ethical choices and feel better about what they wear.
Posted: August 24, 2015
Fall 2015 Field Trip to Bottega Veneta
see full details (.pdf)
On-site visit organized by Mr. Sung An, Chief Executive Officer, and Ms. Jessica Ferguson, Human Resources Manager, Bottega Veneta.
Convening Time: 10:00 a.m.
Date: Tuesday, 6 October, 2015. Presentation and tour start at 10:00 a.m. and end at 11:30
a.m.
Company: Bottega Veneta
Location: Bottega Veneta's U.S. flagship store at 699 Fifth Ave., New York City 10022
Tour will cover:
A visit to Bottega Venetas flagship store and its home products showroom
A presentation from the company's Chief Executive Officer on his career and the company's
leaders regarding internships and its international activities. Space Limited
Posted: Jun 4, 2015
RALPH LAUREN ITM AND NEW TIMES GROUP ITM SCHOLARSHIPS
AWARDED TO FIVE ITM MAJORS
We are pleased to announce that the Selection Committee, composed of Mike Cottell,
Senior Vice President of Menswear at Ralph Lauren Corporation; Erin Erotokritos, Manager
of Talent Management at Ralph Lauren Corporation; Fariba Jalili, Executive Vice President
of Global Operations at Diane Von Furstenberg, ITM Advisory Board member, and ITM
alumna; Paul Magel, President of Computer Generated Solutions and ITM Advisory Board
member; Analeesa Steiha, Customs Compliance Coordinator at Louis Vuitton and ITM alumna;
and Claudia Huerta, recent intern at Stella McCartney at Adidas in Germany and ITM
alumna, has chosen Selamawit (Selam) Remillard, Estefania Garcia-Correa, and Manjing Yang as the recipients of academic year 2015’s Ralph Lauren ITM Scholarships and Marta Mizgala and Elizabeth (Liz) Pulos as the co-recipients of the 2015 New Times Group ITM Scholarship.
Read Full Announcement (pdf)
Posted: Jun 4, 2015
Gemini Shippers Association Academic 2015 Scholarship Awarded
Bruno G. Meira Selected to Receive $3,000 Scholarship
We are pleased to announce that the Scholarship Selection Committee comprised of long-time ITM supporter, donor, and Lifetime Achievement Awardee ITM advisory board member, Sara Mayes , President of Gemini Shippers Association; Prof. Amanda Barlow, Vice President of Roanoke Insurance Group, ITM advisory board member and outstanding ITM alumna 2005; and Sophie Miyashiro, Customs Broker and exceptional ITM alumna 2009, have chosen Bruno Meira as the recipient of the 2015-2016 Gemini Shippers Association Academic Scholarship.
Read Full Announcement (pdf)
Posted: Jun 4, 2015
THREE ITM MAJORS TO SHARE THE 2015-2016 PVH CORP. SCHOLARSHIPS TOTALING $15,000
ITM is proud to announce that the Selection Committee has chosen Ayanna Clarke, Bruno Meira, and Kelsey Antonino as co-recipients of the 2015-2016 PVH Inc. scholarships. They were so impressive that PVH intends to augment the scholarship funds allocated by FIT's board of trustees to ensure that each of them receives $5,000.
The Selection Committee included Guy Vickers, President of The PVH Foundation and Senior Vice President of Global Community Relations at PVH Corp; Joanne Krakowski, Special Consultant and ITM alumna; and Estefania Garcia-Correa, current PVH scholar and graduating ITM student.
Last year's recipients, Estefania Garcia-Correa and Elizabeth Pulos, also just received the SUNY Chancellor Award in Student Excellence earlier this year.
Read Full Announcement (pdf)
Posted: Jun 4, 2015
FIT Students with North Carolina State Students in Shanghai, Spring 2016
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Posted: Jun, 2015
International Trade & Marketing Export Certificate of Appreciation
The U.S. Department of Commerce awarded Fashion Institute of Technology's Department of International Trade and Marketing with its Export Certificate of Appreciation at World Trade Week's kick-off Breakfast on 11 May, 2015. Prof. Christine Pomeranz accepted the award on the Department's behalf. ITM student leader, Kelsey Antonino, also received the Next Generation Scholarship awarded by the New York District Export Council at the same event.
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Posted: April 9, 2015
ITM Alumni at Sustainable Sourcing Forum Held on 24 March, 2015 Organized by Prof. Shireen Musa
Posted: April 8, 2015
Two ITM Students Receive SUNY Chancellor Award for Student Excellence
Elizabeth Pulos and Estefania Garcia-Correa received the prestigious SUNY Chancellor Award for Student Excellence on 2 April, 2015. Accompanying them in the photo is Suzanne McGillicuddy, Assistant Dean of Students. See page 10 of http://system.suny.edu/media/suny/content-assets/documents/university-life/Program-15.pdf for their accomplishments.
ITM Faculty Update
Sonja Chapman, Secretary of the U.S. Fashion Industry Association (USFIA)
Professor Sonja Chapman, who teaches international logistics and import/export regulations in the Department of International Trade & Marketing (ITM), has been elected national Secretary to the Board of Directors of the United States Fashion Industry Association (USFIA). Founded in 1989 as the United States Association of Importers of Textiles & Apparel (USA-ITA) with the goal of eliminating the global apparel quota system, USFIA now works to eliminate the tariff and non-tariff barriers impeding the industry's ability to trade freely and create economic opportunities in the United States and abroad. USFIA has its headquarters in Washington D.C.
Professor Chapman, a part-time adjunct assistant professor in ITM since 2003, was appointed by the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture in 2003 to represent importers in the Board of Directors of the Cotton Board, a national organization dedicated to the research and promotion of U.S. cotton fiber and reviewing and approving the marketing and promotion plans of its sole source contractor, Cotton Incorporated. During her tenure as member of the Cotton Board, Sonja has chaired the Strategic Assessment Committee and participated in the Consumer Marketing, Global Supply Chain Marketing, and Importer Support committees.
Professor Chapman is a Licensed Customhouse Broker who has worked in the apparel industry for over 30 years. She is currently the Director of International Traffic and Imports for the Golden Touch Group, four companies specializing in women's and junior apparel. She has developed and conducted training workshops for companies such as Philipps Van Huesen, led industry workshops both domestically and internationally, and taught at the postgraduate level for the Bangkok International Fashion Academy and Moscow State University.
Professor Chapman says that her new role as national Secretary of the United States Fashion Industry Association (USFIA) will enrich her classes at FIT with new experiences and current debates in international trade, especially at a time when new treaties, such as the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) are being debated in Washington D.C.
ITM students and faculty congratulate Professor Chapman on her new assignment. Full article with photo (.pdf)
2015 Field Trip to Material ConneXion
See Flyer Details (.pdf)
Time: 12:15 pm
Date: Tuesday, March 3
Place: Material ConneXion lobby, 1271 Avenue of the Americas, 17th Floor
Tour will cover Material ConneXions extensive collection of fashion apparel & footwear
and presentation on how they relate to international trade and marketing.
Posted: Jan 20, 2015
Talking Trade @ FIT Spring 2014 Guest Lecture Series
Ethiopia's Strategy for Harnessing Supply Chain Textile Opportunities in East Africa
In partnership with U.S. Department of Commerce and U.S. Commercial Service in Ethiopia
Friday, 27 February, 2015
10:30 am Noon
John E. Reeves Great Hall, 28th Street at Seventh Avenue
Moderator: Prof. Josh Green, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder, Paniva and ITM Advisory
Board member
Panelists:
Mr. William McRaith, Chief Supply Chain Officer, PVH Corp.
Hon. Patricia M. Haslach, U.S. Ambassador to Ethiopia
Liya Kebede, Model and Proprietor of Lemlem (invited)
The panelists will explore success tools for doing business in Ethiopia, focusing
on supply chain and logistics strategies for the textile industry. The panel will
highlight innovative branding, partnership, and trade promotion techniques for doing
business in Ethiopia. A panel of distinguished speakers will discuss how duty considerations
drive fabric development, garment and shoe design/construction, and increase the profitability
of fashion companies.
New Era of Global Sourcing
In partnership with Sourcing Journal Online
Thursday, 23 April, 2015
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Morris and Fannie B. Half Auditorium, Feldman Center
Speaker: Ms. Karen Murray, President of Sportswear Coalition; VF Corp, Nautica, Kipling and
John Varvatos
As the fashion business evolves into a more global and mobile business, so too are
the skill sets required to keep the more than one trillion dollar industry moving
forward with innovation and newness. The Future of Fashion, presented by Fashion Institute
of Technology's Library & Department of International Trade and Marketing and Sourcing
Journal is an evening dedicated to shining a spotlight on the vast opportunities that
extend beyond the runway available to the next generation of fashion leaders.
China's Super Consumers: Changing China, Changing the World
In partnership with the New York District Export Council at World Trade Week
Wednesday, 6 May, 2015
3:30 pm 5 pm
Katie Murphy Amphitheater, Pomerantz Center
Master of Ceremonies: Thomas Pollak, President, Tally-Ho Creations, Pollak Import/Export Corp. and ITM
Advisory Board member
Speaker: Mr. Michael A. Zakkour, Principal, Technomic Asia, a Tompkins Company and co-author
of book, China's Super Consumers
Our distinguished speaker will discuss how marketing to China has been transformed,
how China's consumers themselves are influencing marketing around the world, and how
companies can enhance their sales and exports to the burgeoning Chinese market.
All events will be available for attendance in person or online at www.fitnyc.edu/ITM
Posted: Jan 20, 2015
2015-2016 ITM Scholarships
- Gemini Shippers Association Scholarship due Monday, Monday, March 23
- PVH Scholarship due Monday, March 23
- New Times Group Scholarship due Monday, March 23
- Ralph Lauren Scholarship due Monday, Monday, March 21
Sample Scholarship Questions (.pdf)
Completed applications must be hand delivered in both hard copy and on a USB drive
to the ITM Department Assistant in B436 no later than 3 pm.
Posted:Aug 2014
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International Trade and Marketing for the Fashion Industries BS Degree Program
Posted: July 22, 2014
Juliette Creglia Atwi, ITM '02, visited our offices on July 10. Having completed a successful career
in accessories sourcing for Liz Claiborne, Creglia was most recently the Director
of Accessories Production and Product Development for Lucky Brand Jeans.
Creglia earned her Master of Business Administration at Baruch College's Zicklin School
of Business and now teaches Retailing at LIM College. She is also a sourcing consultant
for the fashion industries and is writing a book on global sourcing of accessories.
Posted: May 13, 2014
THREE ITM STUDENTS RECEIVE THE 2014-2015 PVH CORP. SCHOLARSHIPS
ITM is proud to announce that the selection committee has chosen Estefania Garcia-Correa,
Elizabeth (Liz) Pulos, and Selamawit Remillard as recipients of the 2014-2015 PVH
Inc. scholarships.
The committee included Guy Vickers, President of The PVH Corp. Foundation; Joanne
Krakowski, Special Consultant and ITM alumna; and John Garcia, Project Lead-Ad Sales
at NBC Universal, former recipient of The Warnaco Group, Inc. (now PVH) scholarship,
and ITM alumnus.
Read full Announcement (.pdf)
Posted: May 13, 2014
Gemini Shippers Association Academic Scholarship Awarded to ITM Student
We are pleased to announce that the scholarship selection committee has chosen Estefania
Garcia-Correa as the recipient of the 2014-2015 Gemini Shippers Association Academic
Scholarship.
The committee was comprised of Sara Mayes, long-time ITM supporter, donor, and Lifetime
Achievement Awardee, ITM advisory board member, and President of Gemini Shippers Association;
Prof. Nick Barratt, educator, ITM advisory board member, and outstanding alumnus (class
of 1997); and Michelle Weiss, International Enterprise Singapore, New York, Co-President,
Organization of Women in International Trade, and exceptional ITM alumna (class of
2009).
Read full Announcement (.pdf)
Posted: May 13, 2014
RALPH LAUREN AND NEW TIMES GROUP SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED TO FIVE ITM STUDENTS
We are pleased to announce that the selection committee has chosen Selamawit (Selam)
Remillard, Estefania Garcia-Correa, and Manjing Yang as the recipients of academic
year 2015s Ralph Lauren ITM Scholarships and Marta Mizgala and Elizabeth (Liz) Pulos
as the co-recipients of the 2015 New Times Group ITM Scholarship.
The committee was composed of Mike Cottell, Senior Vice President of Menswear at Ralph
Lauren Corporation; Erin Erotokritos, Manager of Talent Management at Ralph Lauren
Corporation; Fariba Jalili, Executive Vice President of Global Operations at Diane
Von Furstenberg, ITM Advisory Board member, and ITM alumna; Paul Magel, President
of Computer Generated Solutions and ITM Advisory Board member; Analeesa Steiha, Customs
Compliance Coordinator at Louis Vuitton and ITM alumna; and Claudia Huerta, recent
intern at Stella McCartney at Adidas in Germany and ITM alumna,
Read full Announcement (.pdf)
Posted: May 13, 2014
ELIZABETH PULOS IS THE FIRST ITM STUDENT TO RECEIVE THE WORLD TRADE WEEK SCHOLARSHIP
GRANTED BY THE NEW YORK DISTRICT EXPORT COUNCIL
ITM is very pleased to announce that the Selection Committee has chosen Elizabeth
Liz Pulos as the first recipient of the newly established World Trade Week Scholarship
funded by the New York District Export Council (NYDEC) to nurture the next generation
of international traders.
The committee included Prof. Virginia Bonofiglio, Chairperson of the Department of
Cosmetics and Fragrance Marketing and former ITM faculty member; Nicole Lorden, Account
Executive, Inbound Sales Specialist, Panjiva, and ITM alum (class of 2013); and Sophie
Miyashiro, Customs Broker, SA0000 Audit Certified, and ITM alum (class of 2014).
Read full Announcement (.pdf)
Posted: Feb 28, 2014
2014-2015 ITM SCHOLARSHIPS
- World Trade Week Scholarship due Monday, March 17th (.pdf)
- PVH Scholarship due Monday, March 31st
- New Times Group Scholarship due Monday, Monday, March 31st (.pdf)
- Ralph Lauren Scholarship due Monday, Monday, March 31st (.pdf)
- Gemini Shippers Association Scholarship due Monday, Monday, March 31st (.pdf)
Sample Scholarship Questions (.pdf)
Completed application must be hand delivered in both hard copy and UBS/CD forms to
the ITM Department Secretary in B429 no later than 3 pm.
Posted: Feb 15, 2014
Kim Dabagian, ITM '13, Moves Full-time to Production and Applies Lessons from ITM
I am a production coordinator for One World Apparel LLC in Los Angeles. We design,
manufacture, and distribute missy, plus, and petite apparel for women. The accounts
I work on include Kohls, Kmart/Sears, Cato, and Marks.
My daily job requirements for major factories include: issuing and maintaining purchase
orders, maintaining work-in-progress reports, generating reports for packing breakdowns
and ratios to ensure the factories understand how to pack appropriately based on individual
procedures for each account, tracking and receiving fit/pre-production/top-of-production
samples, requesting and reviewing all garment and fabric test reports until garments
receive passing scores, approving care labels and joker labels, and notifying factories
of all damaged goods found after our quality control department reviews bulk garments,
which results in a chargeback to the factory.
Most importantly, I use LDP and FOB everyday! It brings me right back to Mrs. Pomeranz's
classroom where I learned the terms and so much more for the very first time.
Posted: Jan 17, 2014
Talking Trade @ FIT Spring 2014 Guest Lecture Series
Details (.pdf)
Lessons from a Global Sustainability Leader
Thursday, February 20, 2014
3:30 pm 5 pm
FIT's Employee Dining Room
Dubinsky Student Center, 8th Floor Alcove
In collaboration with the New York District Export Council and United States Department
of Commerce
International Trade Issues
Friday, 2 May, 2014
10:30 am Noon
FIT's Employee Dining Room
Dubinsky Student Center, 8th Floor Alcove
Posted: Jan 17, 2014
SPRING 2014 SCHOLARSHIPS FOR ITM MAJORS
- Ralph Lauren International Trade and Marketing Scholarship Fund
Deadline: 3 pm, Monday, March 31 - New Times Group International Trade and Marketing Scholarship Fund
Deadline: 3 pm, Monday, March 31
Posted: Dec 20, 2013
TEMIKA WALKER IS THE FIRST ITM STUDENT TO RECEIVE THE CHARLES HERTZIG FOUNDATION CHINA
STUDY ABROAD SCHOLARSHIP
ITM is very pleased to announce that the Selection Committee has chosen Temika Walker
as the first recipient of the newly established Charles Hertzig Foundation ITM 2014
China Study Abroad scholarship.
The judges were impressed with Temika's demonstrated interest in China as demonstrated
in her application and by her Asian Studies Liberal Arts minor, her robust volunteer
experiences, and her tremendous drive to juggle full-time professional responsibilities
and academic challenges while raising her children, who are equally excelling in school.
The committee saw this scholarship as essential to facilitating Temika's study abroad.
The committee included Prof. Lawrence Delson, President of Delson International and
arranger of the donation; Prof. Donna Sharp, Co-founder of Sharp Global Partners and
ITM advisory board member; and Jade Huang, outstanding ITM alumna and co-founder of
StyleSage.
Read full Announcement (.pdf)
Posted: Dec 20, 2013
Temika I. Walker and Karla Andrea Simsch Are Chosen as the Second Recipients of the
Jean and Henry Pollak
ITM Study Abroad in China Scholarship
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We are pleased to announce the scholarship selection committee has chosen Temika I. Walker and Karla A. Simsch as the second recipients of the Jean and Henry Pollak ITM Study Abroad in China Scholarship.
The committee was comprised of long-time outstanding ITM advisory board member and donor, Tom Pollak, President of Tallyho Creations and Pollak Import/Export; Elizabeth Hodur, also an ITM advisory board member, exceptional FIT alumna, and Director of International Trade at Ann Inc.; and exemplary ITM alumna and faculty member, Prof. Amanda Barlow, Director of Marketing of ATA Carnet at the United States Council for International Business.
Read full announcement (.pdf)
Posted: Oct 25, 2013
An evening with Latin music, song, dance, cuisine, and culture was organized by Prof.
Guillermo Jimenez as a special event in connection with FIT Diversity Council's quest
to increase awareness of different cultures. Here is Prof. Jimenez with some of the
students who attended the event held at the Great Hall on 15 October, 2013
Posted: Oct 15, 2013
Field Trip to Tommy Hilfiger Headquarters
ITM students visited Tommy Hilfiger headquarters to meet with Catherine Walsh of Tommy
Hilfiger Foundation and Lisa Bressler, Director of Marketing for Latin America. They
learned of the company's history, its present and future marketing plans, as well
as its internship and career opportunities.
Posted: Oct 1, 2013
ITM Chair and Advisory Board Member Meet Nobel Peace Prize Winner
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| Christine Pomeranz with Muhammad Yunus | Christine Pomeranz and Donna Sharp |
ITM Chairperson Christine Pomeranz met Dr. Muhammad Yunus at an event organized by Glasgow Caledonian University. Yunis was a Nobel Peace Prize winner in 2006 for his work in microfinance. They discussed his proposed Garment Industry Transparency Initiative, which seeks to set comprehensive standards on labor conditions. Professor Donna Sharp, ITM faculty and advisory board member, also attended.
Posted: Aug 26, 2013
Talking Trade @ FIT Fall 2013 Guest Lecture Series
Details (.pdf)
Navigating Customs Clearance
Wednesday, September 25, 2013
6:30 pm 8 pm
John E. Reeves Great Hall, 7th Avenue at 28th Street
Careers with a Conscience: Working in Global Social Responsibility
Tuesday, November 5, 2013
6:30 pm 8 pm
Katie Murphy Amphitheater, 7th Avenue at 27th Street
Posted: Aug 26, 2013
FALL SCHOLARSHIPS FOR ITM MAJORS
- Jean and Henry Pollak ITM 2014 China Study Abroad Scholarship
Deadline: 3 pm, Friday, October 4, 2013 - Charles Hertzig Foundation ITM 2014 China Study Abroad Scholarship
Deadline: 3 pm, Friday, October 4, 2013
Posted: May 20, 2013
THREE ITM MAJORS RECEIVE 2013-2014 WARNACO AND PVH GROUP SCHOLARSHIPS
ITM is proud to announce that the selection committee has chosen Samantha Cicarella, Stephanie Sade Fernandez Fuentes, and Wilnecia Rochester as recipients of the 2013-2014 Warnaco and PVH Group scholarships. The selection
committee included Guy Vickers, President of The Tommy Hilfiger Corporate Foundation;
Les T. Hall, President of Core Brand Intimates at PVH Corp.; Eric Hertz, Vice President
and Director of Education at International Council of Shopping Centers and ITM advisory
board member; Steven Hurwitz, Senior Vice President at Tumi Corp. and ITM advisory
board member; Joanne Krakowski, U.S. Operations Manager and Director of Creative Cotton
Spin at Trident Group and ITM alumna; and John Garcia, Project Lead-Ad Sales at NBC
Universal, former recipient of The Warnaco Group, Inc. scholarship, and ITM alumnus.
Read Full Announcement (.pdf)
Posted: May 13, 2013
An a ha moment is described as a sudden realization or inspiration, a moment of clarity,
or a defining moment. Tara Hoey had one of those moments when she was a student in
Professor Shireen Musa's IN323 Import/Export Regulations class in 2002-2003. This
class sparked her interest in compliance. Fast forward to today, and her title reads
President and Founder of a U.S. customs brokerage and freight forwarding company.
Tara graduated from FIT Magna Cum Laude in 2004 and immediately landed a job working
for a customs broker and freight forwarder in the area of JFK International Airport.
The skills that she learned in ITM helped Tara to secure the position. In 2007 she
obtained her customs broker license.
Her credentials were in demand and Tara moved on to another opportunity, serving as
the import manager for a $225 million division of a large pet company. In 2009 she
was promoted to Import Export Manager and the following year she became the head of
the Regulatory, Quality Assurance, and Research and Development departments.
The entrepreneurial spirit struck Tara in June, 2011 and she started her own company,
TreOrra. TreOrra is a customs broker and freight forwarding company located on Long
Island. Tara says, "Starting a company is definitely the hardest thing I have done,
but it is also very rewarding." She now has two full-time employees and her business
offers services from customs compliance consulting to project cargo account management.
She says that it has been a great journey. Tara hasn't forgotten that spark of interest
from Professor Musa's class and thanks her for "helping me see my vision. Tara adds,
Thank you for teaching and continuing to teach and lead students to their full potential.
Posted: May 13, 2013
RALPH LAUREN AND NEW TIMES GROUP SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED
TO FOUR ITM STUDENTS
We are pleased to announce that Danna Hall, Kayoko Hashimoto, and Yoona Kim have been chosen to receive ITM Departmental Scholarships for the 2014 academic year
and Samantha Douglas will receive the 2014 New Times Group ITM Scholarship.
The selection committee was composed of David Uricoli, Senior Director of Human Rights
Compliance at Ralph Lauren Corporation and ITM advisory board member; Mike Cottell,
Senior Vice President of Menswear at Ralph Lauren Corporation; Fariba Jalili, Executive
Vice President of Global Operations at Diane Von Furstenburg, ITM Advisory Board member,
and outstanding ITM alumna; Paul Magel, President of Computer Generated Solutions
and ITM Advisory Board member; Sara Eisman, Associate Equity Research Analyst, Energy
& Metals, at MLV & Co. and exceptional ITM alumna; and Analeesa Stieha, Customs Compliance
Coordinator at Louis Vuitton and excellent ITM alumna.
Read Full Announcement (.pdf)
Posted: May 1, 2013
Gemini Shippers Association ITM 2014 Practicum Scholarships Awarded to Two ITM Students
We are pleased to announce that Kathleen Su will receive the 2013-2014 Gemini Shippers Association Academic Scholarship and Daria Azolova will receive the Gemini Shippers Association ITM 2014 Practicum Scholarship to Brazil.
The scholarship selection committee was comprised of Sara Mayes, President of Gemini
Shippers Association, long-time ITM supporter, donor, and Lifetime Achievement Awardee,
and ITM advisory board member; Professor Nick Barratt, Educator, ITM advisory board
member, and outstanding alumnus (class of 1997); and Michelle Weiss, International
Enterprise Singapore, New York, Co-President, Organization of Women in International
Trade, and exceptional ITM alumna (class of 2009).
Gemini Shippers Association is a long-time supporter of ITM students, having donated
more than $130,000 to the program.
Read Full Article (.pdf)
Posted: April 30, 2013
Asian Student Network: Kayoko Hashimoto, President, and Professor Jean Amato, Advisor
My name is Kayoko Hashimoto and I am ITM student from Japan. I am the club president
of the Asian Student Network at FIT because I am enthusiastic about all cultures.
I was born in Japan and moved to Shanghai when I was nine years old. At first I could
not speak Chinese, so it was a totally different world. But I gradually began to love
learning about differences: art, traditions, food, lifestyle, heritage, music, fashions
and people. This big transition made me eager to learn more about other cultures in
both the East and West and cultivate a worldwide perspective. FIT has an outstanding
program and is located in a cosmopolitan city for internationally-minded individuals
who can act as bridges for global connections.
The Asian Student Network connects students from various majors and various ethnicities
at FIT to create a stronger sense of community both on and off campus. ASN is a community
of students interested in all aspects of Asian fashion, language, food, business,
entertainment, and culture. I lead ASN members and the executive board to build and
maintain relations with groups and organizations outside of ASN. This semester, the
club organized an "Art of Kimono" lecture and demonstration event sponsored by the
Consulate General of Japan in New York and Japan National Tourism Organization. Due
to its huge success and excellent feedback, ASN is hoping to organize a student Kimono
art design competition.
Because I have the cross-cultural knowledge and experience with Eastern and Western
markets necessary to succeed in a global environment, I am passionate about bridging
the fashion cultures of both. I want to show that any underlying similarities and
vast differences can be reconciled in a universally-accepted school of fashion. I
also want to utilize Eastern and Western resources and knowledge through an interchange
of ideas.
Posted: Mar 19, 2013
ITM Student, Wilnecia Rochester, Elected FITSA Executive Treasurer 2013-14
Before I go any further, let me introduce myself. My name is Wilnecia Rochester. Some
of you may have seen me around campus with my long "Poetic Justice" braids (so I have
been told) or maybe you've seen me helping out at various events for Student Life's
SVCS office.
I am pleased to announce that I am now your newly-elected FITSA Executive Board Treasurer
for 2013-14. This means that as an International Trade and Marketing major, I get
the make a major contribution towards growth and development of the 70+ clubs around
campus. This major step within my student career goes to show that the presence of
ITM students around campus is expanding rapidly throughout various FIT departments.
Over the next few weeks I look forward to familiarizing myself with FITSA's government.
I cannot wait to start getting to work and showing all of FIT how much a contribution
the ITM department makes toward every student's college experience.
Sincerely,
Wilnecia Rochester
Posted: Mar 13, 2013
REMINDER: 2014 SCHOLARSHIPS FOR ITM MAJORS
- 2014 Gemini Shippers Association's Scholarships available to ITM Majors (.pdf)
Deadline: Noon, Friday, March 22, 2013
INTERVIEW DATE CHANGE TO THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 2013 - Gemini Shippers ITM 2014 Practicum Scholarship for Fall 2013 & Spring 2014 (.pdf)
Deadline: Noon, Friday, March 22, 2013
INTERVIEW DATE CHANGE TO THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 2013
Posted: Mar 13, 2013
Through the fundraising efforts of the ITM Advisory Board, the Warnaco Inc. Group
(Warnaco) has endowed, in perpetuity, two scholarships to cover educational expenses
for fall and spring semesters. We are now accepting applications for the Warnaco and PVH Group Scholarship for Fall
2013 and Spring 2014.
Led by Mr. Joseph Gromek, former President & Chief Executive Officer of Warnaco, and
ITM's 2006 Executive of the Year honoree, this scholarship was generously endowed
by Warnaco Group (now PVH) and its business associates. The endowed fund will finance
scholarships for two students for educational expenses per school year in perpetuity.
In the past, the scholarship has ranged from $5,000 to $5,768 for each recipient.
The scholarship is for full-time ITM students with a strong scholastic record and
visible volunteer work at ITM, FIT, the industry, and/or the community. NOTE: On
February 13, 2013, PVH completed its acquisition of the Warnaco Group. Supplemental
funding for the scholarship is now provided by the PVH organization.
Warnaco and PVH Group Educational Scholarship for 2013-2014
Deadline: 3 pm, Friday, March 22, 2013
Posted: Feb 28, 2013
ITSA Presents: A Global Business Event on "Social Responsibility in the Global Supply
Chain"
Wednesday, March 6, 2013
6:30 pm - 8 p.m.
John E. Reeves Great Hall
Discussion on corporate ethical standards in the supply chain in light of recent tragedies
and experiences in the fashion industry.
Featuring:
Hatun Aytug, Senior Vice President, Product Management, Warnaco, Calvin Klein Jeans and Underwear
Melissa Pagan, VP Assistant General Counsel, Warnaco
Marianna Fundator, Managing Director, RELIANCE BRAND MANAGEMENT, LLC.
Moderator:
Nicole Lorden, ITSA President
$1 suggested donation with FIT ID
$3 suggested donation without FIT ID
This event has received FIT's Sustainability Council's Stamp of Support! Great source
for networking!
Posted: Feb 26, 2013
Alberto Gomez, ITM alumnus, commenced his new position at Britannica Home Fashions as its sales representative. His responsibilities include overseeing shipments, product
development & conception, as well as account management.
Alberto told us: "It almost gives goose bumps because so much, if not everything,
I learned at FIT in the ITM program I will be using here in my new position."
Posted: Feb 26, 2013
Sojourner A. Edmonson-Sealy is First Recipient of the Jean and Henry Pollak ITM Study
Abroad in China Scholarship
We are pleased to announce that the scholarship selection committee has chosen Sojourner A. Edmonson-Sealy as the first recipient of the Jean and Henry Pollak ITM Study Abroad in China Scholarship.
Sojo also received the Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship in line with her semester in
China.
The committee appreciated the thoroughness of Sojo's application, in which she cited
how the semester in Shanghai would enable her to deepen her knowledge of the manufacturing
process, as well as gain professional contacts in China and eventually contribute
to starting her own clothing business. As an ITM student, Sojo and a team of three
other Jay and Patty Baker School of Business and Technology students represented FIT
at the World Retail Congress Competition in London, where they presented a futuristic
avant garde retail concept, a detailed business plan, and draft of the physical environment.
In addition to her major, Sojo earned an Associates in Applied Sciences degree in
Fashion Design, having graduated Cum Laude from the program. She was a Fashion Remix
teacher at the Curious Jane Blue Tree Summer Camp; production assistant at SUNO fashion
show and Philosophy by Alberta Ferretti fashion show, both in New York City, and at
the Betsey Johnson fashion show in Atlanta, Georgia; and sales associate at Hancock
Fabrics and Victorias Secret in Montgomery, Alabama.
Sojo was a member of FIT's Fashion Design and Step Clubs, volunteered for the Student
Life Haiti Earthquake Relief effort and Atlanta Homeless Shelter for Women and Children,
and was a model dresser for the Kevan Hall fashion show. We hope that you will all
join us in congratulating Sojo as our first Jean and Henry Pollak ITM Study Abroad
in China scholar.
The selection committee was comprised of long-time outstanding ITM advisory board
member and donor, Tom Pollak, President of Tallyho Creations and Pollak Import/Export;
Bob Eisen, also an ITM advisory board member and supporter, as well as Partner of
Baker and McKenzie; and ITM student leader, Nicole Lorden, President of the International
Trade Student Association.
Posted: Feb 15, 2013
Prof. Henry Welt Earns his Certificate of Continuous Employment (CCE)
Prof. Henry Welt was awarded CCE status for completing seventy-two hours of teaching
in the ITM program. Author and developer of the popular IN423 Global Marketing of
Luxury class, Prof. Welt has also participated in the Talking Trade @ FIT guest lecture
series, formed ITM's mentoring program, and provided opportunities for students to
collaborate with industry. Please join us in congratulating Prof. Welt for a job
well done!
Posted: Feb 15, 2013
The Faces of Fashion New York City: Christine Pomeranz, FIT
Independent Films, Women, Interviews
http://modelswebtv.com/movie/the-faces-of-fashion-new-york-city-christine-pomeranz-fit/33489#
This episode of The Faces of Fashion series features Christine Pomeranz, Professor
and Chairperson of the International Trade and Marketing for the Fashion Industries
at the Fashion Institute of Technology, in New York City.
Prior to becoming the Chairperson of ITM, Prof. Pomeranz was an international banker
for twenty years, most recently with Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Limited
(ANZ) as Senior Vice President and Regional Head of Structured Trade Services for
the Americas.
Transcripts / Production notes / Scripts
Production: Alexey Levchenko, Semyon Maltsev
For More Info About FIT: Fashion Institute of Technology
ABOUT International Trade and Marketing for the Fashion Industries at the Fashion
Institute of Technology:
In this Bachelor of Science program, you will learn to navigate the complex global
marketplace, including the financial, legal, logistical, and intercultural aspects
of importing and exporting. You'll study international finance, business strategies,
fashion law, and market research strategies. Classroom studies are supplemented with
visits to corporate, customs, finance, and government offices.
Studying with faculty who work in various segments of international business, you
will experience firsthand the real-world activities of global businesses, and graduate
prepared to work in international trade and global fashion companies.
Posted: Feb 15, 2013
Intern Wanted for World Fashion 4 Development Africa
May possibly lead to full time employment!
ABOUT WORLD FASHION 4 DEVELOPMENT:
World Fashion 4 Development is the non-profit arm for Fashion 4 Development. Established
as a non-profit in June 2011, WF4D exists to harness the power of the global fashion
industry to develop human resources and promote education and social integration to
increase awareness and funding for job creation in countries with a historically slower
rate of economic development.
WF4D works to support the UN Millennium Development Goals of ending poverty, promoting
economic development, humanitarian cooperation, environmental awareness and social
responsibility by using fashion as an avenue for global development. As part of its
efforts, WF4D raises money for a scholarship that serves to educate and train individuals
enabling them to harness the power of fashion to empower their communities to build
a sustainable future.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The intern will work closely with the World Fashion 4 Development Africa Co-Chair,
Roberta Annan and her team. He/she will be responsible for assisting in the coordination
of World Fashion 4 Development Projects and will be responsible for researching and
gathering information for WF4D Co-chair, coordinating events with the World Fashion
4 Development Africa Team, communicating with organizations and companies that World
Fashion 4 Development Africa works with, etc.
The intern will also have a chance to work on The Giving Back Bazaar which takes place
in Seoul, Korea in March of 2013.
The Giving Back Bazaar is a two-day fashion fundraiser showcase featuring individuals,
corporations and organizations in the fashion industry who are currently working towards
economic development in Africa. Participants will include luxury brands such as Chanel,
Givenchy and Louis Vuitton in addition to World Fashion Grand Prize honorees whose
work in promoting development through fashion are in support of the UN's Millennium
Development Goals.
This exciting event will also include a Charity Couture Gala Dinner Show featuring
collections from some of Africa's most prominent fashion designers.
HOURS: 10-15 Hours per week. Intern may be able to work from home at times, depending on
the project that they are assisting with.
Vogue Italia is our official media partner and Franca Sozzani, the Editor in Chief
is the Goodwill Ambassador for Fashion 4 Development.
This is a great opportunity for fashion students to work with people in the field
and to gain access to influential figures in the fashion industry. This internship
may lead to a full time employment opportunity as we grow the World Fashion 4 Development
Africa Team!
Interested candidates can contact Kanika Singh at [email protected].
Visit www.FASHION-4-DEVELOPMENT.com for more info about the organization.
Please Visit the links below for more information on Roberta Annan and WF4D Africa:
Roberta Annan's feature in the Huffington Post - http://www.huffingtonpost.com/zandile-blay/roberta-annan_b_2397592.html
Roberta Annan's feature in Vogue Italia - http://www.vogue.it/en/uomo-vogue/people/2012/05/roberta-annan
Posted: Feb 11, 2013
Nicole Tan, ITM '13, wrote about the ITM and her experiences as an FIT student at ModelsWebTV.
Posted: Jan 29, 2013
Talking Trade @ FIT Spring 2013 Guest Lecture Series
Careers without Borders
Thursday, February 28, 2013
6:30 pm 8 pm
8th Floor Alcove, Dubinsky Center
South East Asia: The Next Engines of Growth
Thursday, May 2, 2013
3:30 pm 5 pm
Lagary Board Room, 9th floor, Marvin Feldman Center
Posted: Jan 29, 2013
DID YOU KNOW THE DEPARTMENT OF INTERNATIONAL TRADE & MARKETING (ITM) HAS A LINKEDIN
GROUP?
The [email protected] LinkedIn group is an emerging forum for graduates and students of the
International Trade & Marketing (ITM) program at the Fashion Institute of Technology
(FIT) where you can stay connected with alumni, seek advice, and follow industry trends
as well as share and learn about jobs leads.
http://www.linkedin.com/groups/ITM-FIT-4353882
Posted: Jan 29, 2013
DID YOU KNOW THE DEPARTMENT OF INTERNATIONAL TRADE & MARKETING (ITM) HAS A FACEBOOK
FAN PAGE?
Find us on Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/New-York-NY/FIT-International-Trade-and-Marketing-Department/251985915115?v=wall
Posted: Jan 29, 2013
2014 SCHOLARSHIPS FOR ITM MAJORS
Click on link for more details:
2014 Gemini Shippers Association's Scholarships available to ITM Majors
Deadline: Noon, Friday, March 22, 2013
Gemini Shippers ITM 2014 Practicum Scholarship
Deadline: Noon, Friday, March 22, 2013
Gemini Shippers ITM 2014 Practicum Scholarship for Fall 2013 & Spring 2014
Deadline: Noon, Friday, March 22, 2013
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| 2012-2013 THE WARNACO GROUP, INC. SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS TWO ITM MAJORS RECEIVE SHCOLARSHIPS WORTH $5768 |
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| ITM is proud to announce that the Warnaco Scholarship Selection Committee has chosen
Nicole Lorden and Chelsea Cooper as recipients of the 2012-2013 The Warnaco Group, Inc. Scholarships. The Committee
included Gail Monroe- Perry, Senior Director Talent Acquisition, Warnaco; Yadira Jankowski,
Manager, Internal Communications, Warnaco; Eric Hertz, President, Center for Executive
Development; Laura Rowen, Vice President, International Operations, Brooks Brothers;
as well as Colette Young and Larissa Zemke, both Warnaco scholars and ITM alumnae
2012. The judges observed the successful scholarship recipients exceptional drive
to perform, focused sense of how they wished to pursue their careers, their professionalism,
leadership potential in the field of fashion, and service to the global community.
The program is especially thankful to Warnaco and its dedicated employees for once
again providing extra funding to ensure that this year's selection would cover FIT's
increased tuition. To read the full article... |
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| Posted: Oct 3, 2012 | |
| ITM DEPARTMENTAL SCHOLARSHIP AND NEW TIMES GROUP SCHOLARSHIP AWARDED THREE ITM MAJORS RECEIVE SCHOLARSHIPS WORTH $5,200 EACH AND ONE ITM MAJOR RECEIVES $2,600 SCHOLARSHIP |
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| We are pleased to announce that the Selection Committee, composed of David Uricoli, Senior Director of Human Rights Compliance at Ralph Lauren Corporation and ITM advisory board member; Mike Cottell, Senior Vice President of Menswear at Ralph Lauren Corporation; Prof. Donna Sharp, Senior Partner, Sharp Global Partners, Ltd. and ITM Advisory Board member; Prof. Henry Welt, Chair of FIT's Department of Entrepreneurship and ITM Advisory Board member; and Bich Thu Cao Minh, Licensee Supervisor, Global Human Rights & Social Responsibility Program of PVH Corp. and outstanding ITM alumna, has chosen Chelsea N. Cooper, Maitri D. Mody, and Diana C. Marin as the recipients of this academic year's ITM Departmental Scholarships and Nicole C. Lorden as the recipient of the New Times Group ITM Scholarship. To read the full article... | |
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| Posted: May 7, 2012 | |
| Gemini Shippers Association Academic Scholarship and Harold Sachs ITM 2013 Practicum Scholarships Awarded | |
| FOUR ITM MAJORS RECEIVE SCHOLARSHIPS We are pleased to announce that the Scholarship Selection Committee comprised of long-time ITM supporter, donor, and Lifetime Achievement Awardee ITM advisory board member, Sara Mayes, President of Gemini Shippers Association, Nick Barratt, Educator, ITM advisory board member and outstanding alumnus 1997, Amanda Barlow, Manager of United States Council for International Business, Marketing Chair of the Organization of Women in International Trade in New York, and exceptional ITM alumna 2005, have chosen Andrea Maeng as the recipient of the 2012-2013 Gemini Shippers Association Academic Scholarship. The same committee also selected Chelsea N. Cooper, Nicole C. Lorden, and Claudia Huerta to receive the Harold Sachs ITM 2013 Practicum Scholarship traveling to Vietnam in January 2013. All three presented very strong project plans, a deep passion for traveling to Vietnam, and excellent knowledge of Harold Sach's background and career. I hope that you will all join us in congratulating Andrea, Chelsea, Nicole, and Claudia as ITMs new Gemini Shippers Association scholars. Read full announcement |
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| Posted: Apr 11, 2012 | |
 Andrea Maeng & Jennifer Rain |
ITM student, Asian Student Network President, and Presidential Scholar Andrea Maeng met ITM alumna 2006, Presidential Scholar, Cotton Incorporated Scholar, and FIT valedictorian
Jennifer Raines on 6 April, 2012 at Harvard Business School, where Jen is pursuing her MBA. "Please join us in congratulating Andrea & Jennifer on their latest achievement!" Interested in applying to Harvard Business School click on link for more details: http://www.hbs.edu/mba/. |
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| Posted: Feb 6, 2012 | |
 Prof. Regina Pantastico
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The January issue of Sewing World featured the company, Cloud9 Fabrics, of Prof. Gina
Pantastico, who is currently teaching a number of courses at the ITM and Entrepreneurship
programs as well as overseeing the Free Trade Agreement research with some of ITM's
brightest students and funded by Cotton Incorporated. She is also the ITM Alumni Coordinator
and is in the processing of organizing an ITM alumni mentoring program to augment
the ITM student mentoring program headed by Prof. Henry Welt. See http://www.thesewingdirectory.co.uk/cloud-9-fabrics/ for details. |
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| Posted: Feb 6, 2012 | |
| Talking Trade @ FIT Spring 2012 Guest Lecture Series Details |
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Creating Sustainable Futures: Women's Empowerment through the International Fashion
Industry Export Promotion Marketing Thursday, May 3, 2012 3:30 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Feldman Center, 9th floor Board Room
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| Posted: Feb 6, 2012 | |
| DID YOU KNOW THE DEPARTMENT OF INTERNATIONAL TRADE & MARKETING (ITM) HAVE A FACEBOOK FAN PAGE? | |
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Find us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/New-York-NY/FIT-International-Trade-and-Marketing-Department/251985915115?v=wall |
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| Posted: Jan 30, 2012 | |
| 2013 SCHOLARSHIPS FOR ITM MAJORS | |
| Click on link for more details - 2013 Gemini Shippers Association's Scholarships available to ITM Majors. Deadline: Noon, Friday, March 30, 2012 - Harold Sachs ITM 2013 Practicum Scholarship. Deadline: Noon, Friday, March 30, 2012 |
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