AGENDA 2023

The consumer of today is very selective and also conscious of why he/she is making a certain purchase. Customization, quick delivery, price and nature care are factors which are playing on the mind of customers while garment selection.

Understandably, the retailer and the brands are exploring new ways to know their customer more intimately. Buying / Sourcing / Merchandising / Designing teams with the retailers and brands, run by enterprising managers are critical links to the entire process of selecting the right design, right product and right vendor who can connect with the needs of the end customer.
11:00 - 12:00
PANEL DISCUSSION

RETAIL RIGHT: Profit, People, and Planet: Sustainability in Retail

Leading fashion retailers and brands are embracing sustainability as a... Leading fashion retailers and brands are embracing sustainability as a key component of their corporate strategy and culture. The goal of the session is to inspire more companies to adopt sustainable practices and create a more sustainable and equitable future for the industry. The speakers will discuss how they are integrating sustainable practices, the challenges they face, and the opportunities they see. Read More

SPEAKERS

Buddhi Paranamana
Sustainability and Innovation Director
Richesh Samataray
Manager - Sustainability and Chemical
Sandeep Das
RMD - South Asia
Ashish Dhir
Executive Vice President (Consumer and Retail)
Dr. Naresh Tyagi
Chief Sustainability Officer
Bruce Atherley
Executive Director
15:30 - 16:30
PANEL DISCUSSION 3

RETAIL RIGHT : Fast Fashion vs. Slow Fashion vs. Conscious Fashion

The fast fashion industry’s focus on cheap labor and materials... The fast fashion industry’s focus on cheap labor and materials creates overconsumption and waste, yet the majority of brands and retailers focus on producing garments in bulk and selling them at low cost! It begs the question of whether it makes economic sense to move away from fast fashion! The panelists in this session will figure out why conscious fashion should be given deserving focus. Read More

SPEAKERS

Bharathi Menon
Integrated Sales Manager for Retail & Lifestyle, Maersk South Asia
Swikruti Pradhan
Founder & Creative Director
Priya B
Director
16:30 - 16:45
IDEATIVE SESSION 6

Making Fashion Sustainable with Digital ID and RFID

SPEAKERS

Uwe Hennig
Senior Director (Market Development)
16:45 - 17:30
BRIDGING TALK 3

MATERIAL INNOVATION : Opportunities in Alternate Materials

The fashion industry has been exploring alternative materials such as... The fashion industry has been exploring alternative materials such as plant fibres, recycled materials, bamboo, hemp, and mushroom among others to reduce environmental impact. The panel discussion will highlight the benefits and challenges of using these materials and encourage their adoption to build a more sustainable fashion industry. The discussion will also explore the roles of stakeholders like retailers, brands, manufacturers and governments in promoting these alternatives. Read More

SPEAKERS

Benjamin Sainsbury
Country Manager
Ganesh Kasekar
Representative South Asia
Mousmi Sejpal
Business Head-Hemp Fabric Lab
Saikat Mitra
SVP and Creative Director
12:00 - 12:45
BRIDGING TALK 1

How to Create a Sustainable Fashion Brand?

To create a sustainable fashion brand, one has to start... To create a sustainable fashion brand, one has to start by prioritising eco-friendly materials and ethical sourcing practices. Developing a supply chain that is transparent and traceable, and considering the implementation of a circular business model that minimises waste is crucial. The workshop will educate the attendees on the importance of sustainability and investing in long-term partnerships with suppliers and stakeholders who share similar values. Read More

SPEAKERS

Ruchika Sachdeva
Founder & Creative Director
Neerja Lakhani
Co-Founder
Nandini B S
Co-Founder
Neha Kabra
Founder
12:30 - 12:45
IDEATIVE SESSION 1

Sustainable Stitches: Weaving Green Threads into Apparel Supply Chains

SPEAKERS

Arun Paryadath
Head – Retail & Lifestyle Vertical, South Asia
12:45 - 13:00
IDEATIVE SESSION 2

From Farm to Fashion: The Story of Regenerative Organic (& Responsible) Textiles at Pratibha Syntex

SPEAKERS

Shreyaskar Chaudhary
Managing Director
13:00 - 14:00
PANEL DISCUSSION 2

GREEN MANUFACTURING : Significance and Strategies for Implementation

Green manufacturing practices such as increasing energy efficiency, using renewable... Green manufacturing practices such as increasing energy efficiency, using renewable energy, reducing waste and prioritising worker safety are crucial for apparel factories. Panellists will discuss strategies to implement these practices and also examine the challenges and opportunities of transitioning to sustainable practices and the role of technology and innovation. Read More

SPEAKERS

David Hillen
GM & Director
Madhura Mitra
Executive Director - Climate Change, Carbon Markets & Sustainability, PwC
Dr. Karthik ND
Regional Managing Director - South Asia, Eurofins Product Testing
Shabnam Bassi
Director (Sustainable Buildings)
Shreyaskar Chaudhary
Managing Director
Vivek Adhia
Director (Climate and Sustainability)
Anant Ahuja
Head - Organisational Development
14:00 - 14:15
IDEATIVE SESSION 3

Innovation, Transparency and Quality: 3 Pillars of Success for Cotton USA

SPEAKERS

Bruce Atherley
Executive Director
14:15 - 15:00
BRIDGING TALK 2

MATERIAL INNOVATION : Opportunities in Alternate Fabrics

The fashion industry has been exploring alternative materials such as... The fashion industry has been exploring alternative materials such as plant fibres, recycled materials, bamboo, hemp, and mushroom among others to reduce environmental impact. The panel discussion will highlight the benefits and challenges of using these materials and encourage their adoption to build a more sustainable fashion industry. The discussion will also explore the roles of stakeholders like retailers, brands, manufacturers and governments in promoting these alternatives. Read More

SPEAKERS

Rajiv Bajaj
Head of Design and Product
ManMohan Singh
Chief Marketing Officer
Mukesh Bansal
EVP Marketing
Ganesh Kasekar
Representative South Asia
15:00 - 15:15
IDEATIVE SESSION 4

From Factory to Consumer: Closing the Divide between Manufacturing and Retail

SPEAKERS

David Hillen
GM & Director
15:15 - 15:30
IDEATIVE SESSION 5

The Surplus Paradox - From Excess to Success

SPEAKERS

Shweta Gupta
Co-founder & CEO
14:45 - 15:00
IDEATIVE SESSION 2

The Green Revolution: TIC Services of Eurofins Take Centre Stage in Textile Value Chain

SPEAKERS

Dr. Karthik ND
Regional Managing Director - South Asia, Eurofins Product Testing
11:00 - 12:00
PANEL DISCUSSION 1

RETAIL TODAY : Retail Drivers and Disruptors

Retail is rapidly evolving with technology, changing customer preferences, and... Retail is rapidly evolving with technology, changing customer preferences, and the pandemic. Brick-and-mortar and e-commerce compete for seamless shopping. Additionally, it’s a proven fact now that personalization is key. This panel will discuss the future of Indian fashion retail, technology’s role in personalized experiences, emerging trends, and challenges faced by retailers. Read More

SPEAKERS

Harshendra Maheshwari
VP & National Head - Visual Merchandising, Phygital & Store Experience
Devangshu Dutta
Chief Executive
12:00 - 12:45
BRIDGING TALK 1

From Streets to Screens: Digital Revolution of Indian Streetwear

SPEAKERS

Puneet Dudeja
Director Business Development, South Asia
12:45 - 13:00
IDEATIVE SESSION 1

Enhance Your Business with IDFL India’s Auditing and Certification Services

SPEAKERS

Benjamin Sainsbury
Country Manager
13:00 - 14:00
PANEL DISCUSSION 2

SOURCING AS A SERVICE : The Future of Procurement

Sourcing as a Service (SaaS) is revolutionizing procurement in fashion.... Sourcing as a Service (SaaS) is revolutionizing procurement in fashion. Traditional buying houses now collaborate with brands, offering value-added services like collection curation, production, and inventory management. A panel of sourcing heads and buyers as well as buying houses will discuss how adopting SaaS benefits brands with increased sales, improved reputation, customer satisfaction, higher product quality, and cost reduction. Read More

SPEAKERS

Shirish Shrivastava
Head of Apparel Sourcing
Devender Gupta
Founding Partner
Pranav Jha
Director of Sourcing
Narendra Babu
VP (Outsourcing)
Rakhi Handa
Consultant
14:00 - 14:45
BRIDGING TALK 2

Digitisation Of A Garment Factory

Exposing hidden factory performance is the first step in improving... Exposing hidden factory performance is the first step in improving the operational performance and profitability of any garment unit. Digitisation of a garment factory is the solution as it involves the integration of digital technologies and processes to streamline operations and increase efficiency. The discussion in the workshop will revolve around the requisites for factories to digitize their processes. Read More

SPEAKERS

Harsh Kumar
Business Development Manager
15:00 - 16:00
PANEL DISCUSSION 3

SOURCING AS A SERVICE - Small MOQs - Feasibility and Profitability

Smaller MOQs are becoming increasingly prevalent due to changing shopper... Smaller MOQs are becoming increasingly prevalent due to changing shopper preferences, e-commerce dominance, and the use of social media platforms for sales. Adapting to smaller MOQs requires transforming the entire supply chain. While some factories are reorganizing to address small-quantity, many lack knowledge and expertise in agile manufacturing. The panel discussion will explore the feasibility of profitable small MOQ production for factories and retail industry strategies for placing smaller orders. Read More

SPEAKERS

16:00 - 16:45
BRIDGING TALK 3

WGSN Future Consumer 2025

SPEAKERS

Puneet Dudeja
Director Business Development, South Asia
16:30 - 17:30
PANEL DISCUSSION 4

SOURCING-AS-A-SERVICE - Mitigating the Risks in Apparel Sourcing

SPEAKERS

Wicrant Gambhir
Head of Sourcing
Raja Harbinder Singh
VP and Head of Global Sourcing
Mridul Dasgupta
GM - Sourcing and Quality
Jayesh Kothari
President (Sourcing and Merchandising)
Aanshul Grover
Sourcing Head, Jack&Jones
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