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THE 11TH ANNUAL MEETING PLACE FOR THE FASHION INDUSTRY THE SIGNATURE EVENT OF THE GLOBAL FASHION INDUSTRY Prime Source Forum (PSF) was initiated in 2006 to echo the implementation of quota

1 THE 11TH ANNUAL MEETING PLACE FOR THE FASHION INDUSTRY THE SIGNATURE EVENT OF THE GLOBAL FASHION INDUSTRY Prime Source Forum (PSF) was initiated in 2006 to echo the implementation of quota elimination in the apparel industry, with the support of three founding organisations, the American Apparel and Footwear Association (AAFA), United States Fashion Industry Association (USFIA; formerly USAITA) and Foreign Trade Association (FTA) in Brussels. Since its debut in 2006, the brand, PSF has been further developed and is nowadays considered to be the annual meeting place for senior executives to discuss the challenges and opportunities that manufacturers, suppliers, brands and e-/retailers are facing in the industry. With its status as an independent forum, PSF is able to gain endorsement and serve members of 30+ industry organisations from 18 countries. PSF is not limited to the sourcing aspect of the supply chain, but is a prime source of information for the fashion industry. Engaging delegates for interaction and contribution is the most important element of its success. PROFILE March primesourceforum.com SNAPSHOTS Initiated in 2006 Located in Hong Kong, one of the most essential global fashion sourcing hubs Attended by decision makers from 1,000+ organisations over the past 10 years Catering to senior executives of the entire range of stakeholders along the fashion supply chain Attracting some 350 senior executives from 20+ countries to attend annually

TRACK RECORDS PSF celebrated its 10th anniversary in Hong Kong on 24-25 March 2015.

to challenges in view of accurate fashion demand forecast and replenishment.

2 TRACK RECORDS PSF celebrated its 10th anniversary in Hong Kong on March The main theme in 2015 was new retail patterns driven by the Millennials and changing global economies and opportunities for apparel production in alternative countries, such as Africa, and solutions to challenges in view of accurate fashion demand forecast and replenishment. PSF2015 also delved deep into the complexity of its supply chain, tackling sustainability and compliance governed by new regulations, despite executives full attention on cost reduction. DELEGATE BUSINESS PROFILE Brands and e-/retailers WHAT THE PARTICIPANTS SAID? Click below Manufacturers Suppliers Governments/ associations Press Others for PSF2015 video and here for testimonials. DELEGATE INTERNATIONAL PROFILE Hong Kong (incl expats) Overseas (21 countries) PSF DEVELOPMENT Beyond 2015 Initiated for a smooth transition after textile quota elimination Established during financial crisis and trading shifts Get ready for impacts of international trade agreements

3 ENDORSING ORGANISATIONS

PAST KEYNOTE SPEAKERS MEDIA PARTNERS Dr.

4 PAST KEYNOTE SPEAKERS MEDIA PARTNERS Dr. William FUNG Kwok Lun, Group MD Li & Fung Ltd. Mr. Md. Atiqul ISLAM, President, Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Mr. Edwin KEH, Former SVP, COO, Wal-Mart Global Procurement; Lecturer Wharton Business School University of Pennsylvania Mr. Nicholas KWAN Regional Head of Research, Asia Standard Chartered Bank Dr. Peter LAU Chairman and CE Giordano Intl Ltd. Hon. Adan MOHAMED, EBS Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Industrialisation and Enterprise Development Republic of Kenya Mr. Henry TAN, BBS JP, CEO and President of Luen Thai Holdings Ltd., and MD and President of Luen Thai Intl Group Ltd. Mr. Ben SIMPFENDORFER Managing Director Silk Road Associates Dr. Aung WIN Vice Chairman Myanmar Garment Manufacturers Association Mr. Andrew Y. WU LVMH Group Director, China Mr. Hans-Werner SCHERER CEO and Chairman of the Board of Directors The EOS Group Mr. Rufus H. YERXA Deputy Director-General WTO

5 PAST PARTICIPATING COMPANIES

SPOTLIGHTS IN 2016 FAST FACTS Date: City: 14-15 March 2016 (full days; tbc) Hong Kong; exact venue to be confirmed

DAY 1 Keynote address: Implications of sustainable development on the fashion world beyond the G7 summit Sustainability

and development conditions in ASEAN and Africa DAY 2 Buyer-seller-communication: converting challenges into collaboration

fashion trade amid the prevalence of TPP and the possible roll-out of the Silk Road Economy Challenges on the supply chain

6 SPOTLIGHTS IN 2016 FAST FACTS Date: City: March 2016 (full days; tbc) Hong Kong; exact venue to be confirmed Participants: Some 350 senior executives along the fashion supply chain, from raw materials to e-/retailing TOPIC OUTLINE DAY 1 Keynote address: Implications of sustainable development on the fashion world beyond the G7 summit Sustainability speeding up practical solutions to the next level Fashion industry in 3D era Apparel made in 100% automation Update on TPP and development conditions in ASEAN and Africa DAY 2 Buyer-seller-communication: converting challenges into collaboration Keynote address: Insight of China s Belt and Road initiative on the global fashion industry Dynamic indication of the fashion trade amid the prevalence of TPP and the possible roll-out of the Silk Road Economy Challenges on the supply chain management in the TPP and Silk Road regions * The suggested programme outline is subject to change when closer to the event. Information as of August 2015

FRINGE PROGRAMME Sourcing managers at my level or in senior positions no longer visit

We consider new suppliers by existing connections, selected referrals or find them at

Ideally, new suppliers are coming to us to showcase their innovations so that we can

time launch the PSF Fashion Design Competition in PSF2016 to strengthen the

Six awards will be given to winning companies at the forum: - fashionchic: fashion in

fashionfine: fashion in best use of materials fashionlean: fashion made with lean

or environmentally friendly materials fashiontech: fashion in best use of technology

7 FRINGE PROGRAMME Sourcing managers at my level or in senior positions no longer visit local and overseas trade fairs to look for new products. We consider new suppliers by existing connections, selected referrals or find them at high-level conferences. Ideally, new suppliers are coming to us to showcase their innovations so that we can make decisions here immediately, comments a sourcing executive of one of the top three apparel retailers in Europe. To attain our ultimate goal total engagement of participants, we will, for the first time launch the PSF Fashion Design Competition in PSF2016 to strengthen the buyer-supplierrelationship. Six awards will be given to winning companies at the forum: - fashionchic: fashion in signature design fashiondeco: fashion in best use of accessories or trimmings fashionfine: fashion in best use of materials fashionlean: fashion made with lean processing and at low garment costs fashionpure: fashion in best sustainable process or environmentally friendly materials fashiontech: fashion in best use of technology The Competition is international and open to apparel manufacturers for participation. Designers and sourcing executives of buying offices of brands and retailers will be invited to be judges. The judge list will be announced when closer to the event and the winning items ill be display in the Trend Lounge of the Forum.

DELEGATE REGISTRATION Up to US$600 off the standard registration fee will be made when you register and make full payment before early bird

com for details. SPONSORSHIP Various levels of sponsorship are offered to suit your marketing objectives and budget.

Contact us now if you would like to take advantage of the PSF platform to achieve your corporate goals.

8 DELEGATE REGISTRATION Up to US$600 off the standard registration fee will be made when you register and make full payment before early bird deadlines. Special fees for group and manufacturer registration are also available. Contact us on for details. SPONSORSHIP Various levels of sponsorship are offered to suit your marketing objectives and budget. Alternatively, we can also provide you with a customised package upon request. Contact us now if you would like to take advantage of the PSF platform to achieve your corporate goals. CONTACT Josephine Ching Event Director YEH SHEN Ltd T: E: josephine@yehshen.com registration.primesourceforum@yehshen.com A: 21/F The Center, Queen s Road Central, Hong Kong Prime Source Forum is organised by YEH SHEN Ltd under licence of APLF.

Agenda is subject to change. ECV International reserves the right to alter this agenda.

Agenda is subject to change. ECV International reserves the right to alter this agenda. Summit Highlights: Deep Interpretation of the Latest Government Policies and Masterplan of Textile and Apparel Industry in Myanmar An Overlook and Prospect of Today s Myanmar Textile and Apparel Industry