Glen Ellen Brown has had an inspiring career in which she has climbed the corporate ladder and held a number of Senior Strategy and Brand Marketing positions.
Read moreBreakfast with the Boss: Sammy Aaron, Vice Chairman of G-III Apparel Group and CEO of Calvin Klein Divisions
“If you love what you love you’ll never work a day in your life” – This was one of the biggest takeaways from breakfast with Sammy Aaron, Vice Chairman of G-III Apparel Group and CEO of the Calvin Klein Divisions. FSF scholars gained incredible insight into how to be successful in the business of fashion, while also learning the importance of analytics in the industry.
Read moreBreakfast with the Boss: Peter Sachse, Chief Growth Officer
Peter Sachse, Macy’s Chief Growth Officer and YMA FSF President, welcomed FSF Scholars into Macy’s Executive Boardroom to discuss his career and offer advice to those seeking to make a path for themselves in the fashion industry. After intently listening to Sachse’s stories and hearing more about his job, Scholars asked questions and were given a tour of Macy’s Executive offices.
Read moreBreakfast with the Boss: Drew Pizzo, President and Owner, Collection 18
Andrew Pizzo, President and Owner of Collection 18, took time out of his busy morning to speak with several YMA FSF Scholars about his work at Collection 18 and offer useful career advice.
Read moreSummer Kick Off Party!
The YMA Fashion Scholarship Fund hosted its annual Summer Kick Off Party Tuesday, June 15th, on the rooftop of the Sequential Brands Group Starrett-Lehigh Building in New York City. The evening was full of laughs, fun, and networking as Scholars and Board of Governors mingled.
Read moreHearst Summer Institute
On Saturday, the YMA Fashion Scholarship fund hosted the inaugural Hearst Summer Institute, an informative session for Scholars and Alumni, as part of the YMA Fashion Scholarship Fund Summer Kick Off.
Read moreBreakfast with the Boss: Keanan Duffty, Fashion Designer, Musician and Author
On Wednesday, award-winning fashion designer, musician and author, Keanan Duffty, and his wife, Nancy Garcia, welcomed several YMA FSF scholars into their apartment for a delicious breakfast and an inspiring conversation on how to break into the fashion industry.
Read moreStart of Summer: Mentor Mixer!
YMA Fashion Scholarship Fund Summer Kick Off Week officially began with the first annual Mentor Mixer, held on Tuesday, June 7th. As guests arrived at the breathtaking Hearst Tower, they were ushered toward the escalators alongside cascading glass waterfalls
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