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Webinar Trade Policy in 2017-Is the U.S. Getting Left Behind

Webinar Trade Policy in 2017-Is the U.S. Getting Left Behind
This webinar, with Sourcing Journal, will explain the continually evolving global trade policies stemming from the administration in Washington.

Audience: Member-only webinars are crafted and presented by AAFA to address member needs and provide exclusive insights around industry developments. AAFA member-only webinars are closed-press.

Description:

This 45-minute joint webinar, in collaboration with Sourcing Journal, will explain what you must know about the continually evolving global trade policies stemming from the administration in Washington. 

With candor and a bit of wit, we’ll share how the climate Washington is shaping commercial realities today, tomorrow, and for years to come. 

AAFA’s Rick Helfenbein will share unique perspectives within the context of his more than 40 years of experience in the apparel, footwear, and accessories industry. AAFA’s globe-trotting trade expert, Steve Lamar will explain how to get involved — and what’s at stake if you don’t — in clear and candid terms. And Sourcing Journal’s top story-teller, Eddie Hertzman, promises to break it down for those of you that aren’t Washington wonks.
 
On December 11, join us to assess the impact of the past 11 months under the Trump administration and how to act as global citizens to shape policies in 2018. Attendees will walk away with a better understanding of:
  • What happened around trade policy in 2017.
  • The growing overlap between trade and tax policy impacting the apparel and footwear industry.
  • What companies across the apparel and footwear industry can do about it heading into 2018.  

Speakers:

Rick Helfenbein
President & CEO
AAFA

Rick Helfenbein is president and CEO of the American Apparel & Footwear Association, the national trade association representing more than 1,000 brands in the apparel, footwear, and accessories industry. Rick became president and CEO in February of 2016 and leads the association and its operations.

 Previously, Rick was president of all USA operations for Luen Thai Holding Limited. Luen Thai is the largest publicly listed apparel manufacturing and supply chain services company on the Hong Kong Exchange. The company manufactures clothing, shoes, and accessories for some of the most recognized brands in the industry, including Polo Ralph Lauren, Coach, Adidas, and Michael Kors. Prior to his appointment, Rick was Chairman of the AAFA Board of Directors from March 2014 to February 2016, and had served on the board of directors since 2008.

Rick has more than 40 years of experience in the apparel, footwear, and accessories industry, and has been credited as being one of the creators of the original Le Tigre brand plus helping to engineer the split between Izod and Lacoste. He also introduced Burlington Industries to the apparel market and has extensive experience with manufacturing in the USA, Asia, and Latin America both from an apparel and textile perspective. Rick holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics from the Wharton Business School. He participates in the Consortium for Operational Excellence in Retailing at Wharton and Harvard. 

Steve Lamar
Executive Vice President
AAFA

As Executive Vice President, and as liaison to AAFA’s Government Contracts Committee, AAFA’s Government Relations Committee, and AAFA’s Brand Protection Council, Stephen E. Lamar is responsible for the design and execution of AAFA lobbying strategies on a series of issues covering government procurement, counterfeiting/intellectual property rights, international trade, market access, customs, labor, environment, and product safety. In these roles, Steve also advises AAFA member companies on legislation and regulatory policies affecting the clothing and footwear industries. In addition, Steve serves as the liaison to AAFA’s Legwear Committee. Prior to AAFA, Steve was a trade analyst at the U.S. Department of Commerce. Before joining the Commerce Department, Steve served for two years as a Peace Corps Volunteer in the southern African country of Botswana. Steve is President of the Washington International Trade Association. He holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Colgate University and a Master of Arts Degree in International Affairs (with a concentration on African politics and international trade) from George Washington University.

Moderator:

Edward Hertzman
Founder and Publisher
Sourcing Journal

Edward Hertzman is founder of Sourcing Journal, the premiere trade publication for apparel and textile executives focused on sourcing and manufacturing. Prior to launching his company, Edward spent more than a decade working as a top executive for major sourcing companies all over the world. He continues to visit factories in international sourcing destinations in Pakistan, Bangladesh, India, and China. He is a sought-after speaker, providing insights to the apparel and footwear companies and organizations regarding a host of supply chain related topics.
When
12/11/2017 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where
Eastern Time Online
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