M/FW Conversations

M/FW Conversations

The Business of Fashion

1:30 - 2.15pm - Talk 

2.30 - 3.15pm - Facilitated Roundtable (choice of 2) 

Dissect what's next at the intersection of commerce and creativity. In this interactive conversation followed by your choice of roundtable, you'll hear from industry leaders on the trends, technologies, and trajectories impacting local and international fashion markets. Explore the disruptors of the local fashion industry. Leave understanding the latest innovations posing challenges and opportunities for the fashion business. 

Moderated by Maggie Zhou (Writer, Content Creator and Podcaster)

Panelists

Dr Stepehn Wigley (LCI Melbourne, Dean, PhD in Fashion Business)

Dr. Stephen Wigley is an accomplished brand strategist, educator, researcher and academic leader. He brings commercial insights to higher education, developing programs, leading teams, and managing projects in Europe and Australia. He has published internationally on fashion, retailing, and consumer culture, and currently serves as Dean of LCI Melbourne.

Julia Browne (Melbourne Fashion Hub)

Julia Browne, founder of Melbourne Fashion Hub, brings over 20 years of creative industry experience. She's an advocate for emerging fashion talent, a Melbourne Awards finalist, and is an Industry Member of Govt Jobs and Skills Council. Julia’s passion for supporting local emerging designers drives her work in fostering a thriving local fashion community.

Roundtable topics and facilitators

From Idea to Enterprise hosted by Angelo Pantalone & Nataša Pitra-Grbić, LCI Melbourne.

Maximising international Trade and Business Opportunities hosted by Annabelle O’Donnell, KPMG High Growth Ventures and Guest Lecturer, Master of International Business and Marketing. 

Ticket Inclusions 

• Tea, coffee, light refreshments
• made by Fressko reusable coffee cup 
  
  
  

An Inclusive Fashion Future  

3:30 - 4:15 pm - Talk 

4.30 - 5.15pm - Facilitated Roundtable (choice of 2) 

Delving into the vital topic of inclusivity within the fashion industry, hear from design mavericks who are advocating and fostering the inclusive fashion landscape with innovative design practice, rich cultural history and slow fashion ethos. Engage in meaningful conversations on how fashion can become a true reflection of society's rich tapestry. 

Moderated by Maggie Zhou (Writer, Content Creator and Podcaster)

Panelists

Emma Clegg (Co-Founder of JAM the Label)

Emma is one half of JAM the label, an Adaptive Fashion brand founded in 2019 that makes the task of dressing easier and more comfortable for people with Disability. Through their work in the Disability sector as Support Workers and Occupational Therapists, Emma and her co-founder Molly were inspired to amplify the message that everyone deserves the opportunity to look and feel good in the clothes they wear. 

Kaydee Kyle-Taylor (First Nations and Pro Makeup Artist, Owner of ITHINKSHEAFREAK)

Kaydee Kyle-Taylor is dedicated to enhancing representation for BIPOC and First Nation creatives in the Australian fashion and beauty industry. Since completing her qualifications in specialist screens and media Makeup artistry in 2016-2017, Kaydee's diverse portfolio ranges from TV, film, theatre, and editorial work. She is now poised to expand her artistry in NYC.

Roundtable topics and facilitators 

Breaking Down Barriers hosted by Dr Ruth De Souza

Discovering Untapped Markets hosted by Junie Baptiste Poitevien, Propel Innovations 

Ticket Inclusions 

• Tea, coffee, light refreshments
• Made by Fressko reusable coffee cup 
  

M/FW Conversations Day Pass

Purchase a Day Pass to attend both M/FW Conversations sessions and join your fellow attendees to continue the conversation from 5:15pm - 6:00pm with a complimentary glass of Mitchelton bubbles.