Caroline Ash, Fashion-Enter Ltd’s Director and lead in educational tours and CPPD’s had another busy week, commencing 15th July, with informative on-site seminars.
Taking place at Fashion-Enter’s HQ in Haringey she began with a group from QVC, this was a first time visit, Caroline said: “They were quite a diverse group and had a real thirst for knowledge for the supplier set up and ways of working. We had loads of questions and they got a lot out of it.”
This was followed by a group from KPS Summer School. Caroline added: “The pupils from KPS were very impressive asking very intelligent questions.”
Rounding off the week a group of industry professionals from the sustainable brand Pangaia visited for the first time. “The seminar was a real success with fantastic feedback. We had a real mix of disciplines so had to cover a broad spectrum on topics. They were particularly impressed with Style3D!” Commented Caroline.
Feedback from this week’s groups…
QVC:
“Caroline was an inspiring speaker – very informative with great energy.”
“Thanks so much. We have been looking forward to this very much as part of the course we have built and it didn’t disappoint.”
“I found out about understanding costings, the AI was very interesting, never heard of it being used in this environment. Really informative and presented lovely.”
“Amazing experience, I have learnt so much!”
“Thank you! Very insightful to see how suppliers work and see how it relates to buying.”
KPS:
“I learnt how advanced AI is becoming with fashion and design in the future. The capabilities of the factory, the cost implications, how the factory reads tech packs and works with design. Incredibly insightful. The energy and enthusiasm was fantastic.”
Pangaia:
“I learnt a lot about fitting, AI, pattern cutting, factory processes, shipping, sample costs, waste, sustainability and print. It felt like it was a very thorough seminar and very interesting!”
“I found out about the way a factory of this size operates, all the different sections. Pattern cutting, Gerber and AI capabilities. Very interesting. Thank you, it was a fantastic first factory visit for me.”
“Loved going to the AI section and was fascinating to learn about creative possibilities. I also enjoyed meeting the staff and it is lovely to see how happy everyone is and the pride in their work. Also Caroline was amazing! Thank you!”