Audience:
Open industry. All apparel and footwear industry professionals, regardless of AAFA membership, are encouraged to participate.
Description:
Join us for an insightful webinar hosted by AAFA and Infor, where we delve into the latest trends in traceability, ESG, and AI-driven forecast intelligence for the fashion and retail industry. This webinar will guide you through practical steps and strategies to enhance your traceability efforts, support you ESG objectives, and leverage AI for better demand planning and production efficiency. This session is designed to equip fashion and retail companies with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate today's complex landscape while optimizing their operations.
Attendees of this webinar will learn:
- Insights into the latest trends that are shaping the fashion and retail industry.
- How AI-driven demand forecast intelligence can optimize production and improve operational efficiency.
- Actionable steps to enhance traceability, support your ESG objectives, and implement AI solutions within your organization.
Speaker:
Ana Friedlander
Director of Industry Solution & Strategy, Fashion & Retail
Infor
Ana has over 25 years of experience in the Apparel and Retail industry, both from the fashion and retail companies as well as software companies. Prior to joining Infor, she was the Chief Information Officer at the largest privately held outerwear company, leading all the IT, Supply Chain, and technology initiatives to drive growth. She also played an active role in the RFID and Blockchain projects sponsored by GS1 and Auburn University together with the larger retailers to test the feasibility of the technology before this became a mandatory requirement to the industry.
Moderator:
Audrey Clark
Trade Policy Coordinator
AAFA
Audrey Clark is responsible for supporting the association’s trade policy efforts. Prior to joining AAFA in November 2023, Audrey worked as Export Program Coordinator at the Distilled Spirits Council of the U.S. (DISCUS) where she managed eight international export promotion campaigns and supported four DISCUS committees. She previously worked at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) where she was awarded the Pearce Prize Achievement Award and served as Program Coordinator for Streaming & Broadcasting. She has earned both her bachelor’s and master's degrees in International Affairs from Georgia Tech.
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