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PPE Innovation of the year Suppliers, Distributors & Manufacturers Awards Industry Recognition Awards Business Manager Awards Plus Many More... the global networking event PCA2017 In Partnership with 21 June 2017 6pm - 4am @ InterContinental London - The O2 Hosted by Kanya King, MBE Deadline for applications is Friday 28 April 2017 tel: +44 (0)1908 658890

The Professional Clothing Awards 2017 individuals have made to the textile industry. Portugal will be presenting these awards to celebrate their achievement and it s going to be possible to vote through the link www. professionalclothingawards.com very soon. the global networking event In Partnership with believe that Brexit isn t going to affect this old and deeply historical relation. Hosted by Kanya King, MBE at the 5-star venue, InterContinental London - The O2, The Professional ANIVEC, the Portuguese Clothing Awards is an International Association of Clothing and event taking place on 21st June Apparel Industry, together 2017. Proudly sponsored by ANIVEC with APICCAPS, the Portuguese represented by César Araújo, APICCAPS Footwear, Components, Leather Goods represented by Fortunato Frederico and Manufacturers Association, and CENIT CENIT represented by Manuel Teixeira, Centro de Inteligência Têxtil are proud to the Awards celebrate the hard work announce its new partnership with The of individuals and companies in the Professional Clothing Awards. professional clothing industry. César Araújo, President of ANIVEC and César Araújo said: During the prestigious CEO of Calvelex stated: Portugal and the event we would like to say a special thank UK have the longest friendship throughout you to people who have made a difference history dating back to 1386 when The on our industry either in Portugal or around Treaty of Windsor was signed and it is the world. We will be presenting them with something we are keen to continue. We a new award that celebrates friendship and recognise the prestigious Professional shows a united industry. Clothing Awards as a well-established event and are honoured to be part of it. With Also new for 2017 we have introduced the this, we re willing to make Portugal and category Man and Woman of the Year England s alliance even stronger and we to recognise the outstanding contribution Yvette Ashby, Managing Director of Professional Clothing director-e, Show and Awards, says: Thank you to ANIVEC, APICCAPS and CENIT for the wonderful support and partnering with us at The Professional Clothing Awards to make it grow across the globe. We are thrilled to introduce the new category Man and Women of the Year along with a special thank you to celebrate the contribution made by individuals. With the kind support of Portugal, who can help educate the industry on what Portugal can offer, we are delighted to expand the Awards Internationally creating a positive working environment for the industry as a whole. Nominations are open now and will close on 28th April 2017. For any further information regarding tickets, deadline dates or the overall application process, please contact our events team at: cassiusanderson.directore@gmail.com amylewisdirectore@gmail.com or call +44 (0) 1908 658890. Applications can be submitted at: http://www.professionalclothingawards. com/submit-your-application/ Nominations are open now and will close on 28th April 2017. For more on our partners, please visit: https://www.anivec.com/ http://www.apiccaps.pt/ http://www.portugaltextil.com/ Thank you to all our sponsors:

Kanya King, MBE will be hosting PCA 2017 Kanya King, MBE We are delighted to announce Kanya King, MBE will be hosting The PCA 2017 at the 5-star venue: Intercontinental London The O2. Kanya King, MBE is an internationally renowned entrepreneur and founder of the MOBO Awards. In 1996, she was given just six weeks to set up the very first awards show and 18 years later it still holds the distinction of being one of the most televised urban music awards shows in the world today, reaching in excess of 400 million viewers across over 200 countries. Kanya has always been an innovator and has had a lot of practice at persuading people to come round to her way of thinking. Kanya was influenced by her father s advice to be the best you can be and it was that advice which motivated her to start contributing to the family finances from a young age. She is an iconic inspiration to budding female entrepreneurs and music lovers worldwide, creating a brand that recognises, motivates and inspires talent on an international scale. MOBO has become much more than just an awards ceremony - it s now an iconic, yearround, agenda-setting brand encompassing everything from a live tour to a TV channel and website, while offering training and guidance to several generations of aspiring singers, MCs, DJs and producers. In addition, Kanya has received numerous honours for her business and community achievements, including an Honorary Fellowship at Goldsmith s University and a Doctorate of Business at both London and Leeds Metropolitan Universities. She is also an honoured patron of Music at the City of Westminster College. Kanya is a board member of the E2E Exchange, an entrepreneurial network along with Richard Branson and Duncan Bannatyne. Once again we are thrilled to be welcoming Kanya as our host for The Professional Clothing Awards 2017 and we are sure she will make it an evening to remember. In 2017 we look forward to creating an experience to remember, welcoming over 400 industry professionals to the new and improved networking event of the year. Now running from 6pm to 4am, the awards will be in the nation s capital, moving to the new 5-star venue: InterContinental London The 02. The Professional Clothing Awards is an opulent red carpet gala dinner, dance and awards which brings together the who s who of the Professional Clothing industry, celebrating its very latest innovations and achievements. Attended in 2016 by nearly 400 industry professionals, the Professional Clothing Awards is a key networking event bringing together designers, buyers, suppliers, procurement managers, industry figures, key press and media to recognise and celebrate the latest achievements within our industry. Taking place at the 5-star hotel located next to the 02, the awards will take place on the 21st June 2017 in the Riverside suite overlooking the River Thames. Arriving on the red carpet in their finest, guests will be greeted with a champagne reception, before sitting down to a three course dinner with the stunning view of London and Canary Wharf. The Awards ceremony will follow, recognising the hard work of the individuals and companies in the clothing industry pursued by a live catwalk and speeches from the very best industry figures. InterContinental London The 02 InterContinental London The 02 is the newest to the family of the hotel chain and opened its doors late 2015. Situated in the vibrant Greenwich peninsula, with 453 5-star rooms, a beauty spa and a ballroom for up to 3,000. The spectacular views the hotel has to offer from the Eighteen Sky Bar one of the several dinning destinations will make you feel like a VIP.

The Networking Event of the Year Your Toastmaster Ruben Lynch Reuben Lynch is one of the leading Toastmasters with a career spanning over 20 years. Hosting major worldwide events, Reuben s experience is very diverse. Reuben is a former British Army officer; Mess Manager where he is responsible for serving Royalty, top military officers and other civil luminaries in the country. Reuben lectures at the University College Birmingham instructing on event management, manners, etiquette, protocol and cultural awareness. A former conference and Banqueting Manager, Reuben is the Founder and President of the Circle of Toastmasters and therefore the perfect host for the Professional Clothing Awards. We are very excited to invite Reuben Lynch to be our Toastmaster for the Professional Clothing Awards 2017 in London Intercontinental The 02. The Professional Clothing Awards is all about recognising talents and will once again shine a light on young design as it welcomes the second edition of the Young Design Competition. The awards will extend a warm invitation to students from all over the country to submit their designs in Corporatewear, Workwear and PPE for Project 20/20 and Beyond their vision of our industry s future. The 2016 competition was a huge success and was kindly sponsored by Invista CORDURA brand, who backed the Professional Clothing Awards in its quest to support emerging talent in our industry and give them a chance to shine. We are incredibly thankful for their support work is already now well underway in reaching out to the universities to engage their support as we begin to drive entries for the 2017 competition. All entries will be assessed by our esteemed judging panel for the Professional Clothing Awards 2017 a mix of industry experts, press, garment technologists, designers and academics who will come together in early 2017 to make the final decision on this and the other award category winners. YKK Europe Limited is proud to sponsor Project 20/20... And Beyond Young Design Award at the prestigious Professional Clothing Awards 2017. All finalists in the Project 20/20 and Beyond Young Design competition will be invited to join us on the evening of the Professional Clothing Awards to ensure they get the best out of the opportunity and to be seen by our industry s finest.

Sponsorship Opportunities Headline Sponsor 15,000 Exclusive pop-up banners branding in Champagne Reception River view central table of 12 Double page advert in Show Guide Branding on all information Branding on screens Acknowledgement on all pre and post publicity Sponsorship and presentation of one award of choice Five-minute speech Bottle of champagne There are plenty of opportunities to support the 2017 Professional Clothing Awards The Professional Clothing Awards 2017 is a fantastic opportunity to raise your company profile amongst industry peers at one of the most attended industry events of the year. Sponsorship opportunities span various levels and costs, each with additional extras to ensure you make the best out of the opportunity to be seen well ahead of the show in all marketing materials as well as on the night itself. Our events team are happy to discuss all opportunities and a suit a package to tailor your needs and requirements. Ticket Prices for 2017 (excluding VAT): Book before March for 299.00 per head or a table of 10 2,500. Buy your tickets now at: http://www.professionalclothingawards.com/ buyticket Contact Martin Chesse on +44 (0) 1908 658890 or email martinchessedirector-e@gmail.com Book your ticket now for the amazing price of 299.00 per head or secure a table of 10 for 2,500! Platinum Sponsor 12,000 River view table of 10 Full page advert in Show Guide Branding on all information Branding on screens throughout the evening Sponsorship and presentation of one award of your choice 2 bottles of wine (red & white) Award Category Sponsor - 7,500 River view table of 10 Half page advert in Show Guide Branding on all information Branding on screens Acknowledgement on all pre and post publicity PCA Support Award - 4,000 Sponsoring a choice of wine, chocolates and flowers Branding on screens and Information Acknowledgement on all pre and post publicity

The Professional Clothing Award Categories PPE Innovation of the Year Award Suppliers, Distributors & Manufacturers Awards Best Managed Contract for Major Boutique Best Stock Design Corporate Clothing The 2017 awards will once again run with its staple categories, which reflect the different aspects of the professional clothing industry. Our PPE Innovation of the Year Award will recognise the latest advantages in the PPE sector, and the Supplier, Manufacturer and Distributor Awards explore the many different facets of support to the industry with categories such as Major and Boutique contracts, Fabric Innovation and advantages in supporting IT development for our industry. 2017 also sees the return of our addition of the Made in the UK category which celebrates home grown talent. Our Industry Recognition Awards are a group of awards which celebrate achievement and longstanding support to our industry and also welcome new talent into the fold. Individuals and companies can be nominated for the Lifetime Achievement and Long Service to the Textiles Industry Award, and Project 20/20 and Beyond. The evening s events culminate with our highly sought after Business Manager Awards, which celebrates the success in the buyer-supplier dynamic. Winners of our Business Manager of the Year Awards close our evening s celebrations for their success is the highest accolade on the night. New for 2017! Man and Woman of the Year Award The Professional clothing Awards is recognised internationally and last year received applications from over 20 different countries. This year we have partnered with Anivec Apiv, the Portuguese textiles Association, and we have also introduced a new category called Man and Woman of the Year 2017. How to Enter: If you think that your company or an individual working for you deserves an award, make sure you nominate them. The Awards gala dinner and dance is a unique occasion in the Corporatewear, Workwear and PPE calendar, where you can meet top level decision makers from all aspects of the professional clothing industry. Nominations will open for The Professional Clothing Awards 2017 on September 5th 2016 on www.professioanlclothingawards.com where you can make your entry online. Workwear Best Fabric and Fibre Innovation Best IT Innovation and Website Best Catalogue Best Manufacturer / Distributor Best Innovation in Footwear Made in UK Awards 2017 Industry Recognition Awards Project 20/20 and Beyond Young Design Awards Project 20/20 2017 Winner Overall Winning University 2017 Lifetime Achievement / Long Service to the Textile Industry Award Man and Woman of the Year 2017 Business Manager Awards Best-Bespoke Uniform for Workwear (winner and highly commended) Corporate Clothing (winner and highly commended) PPE (winner and highly commended) Business Manager of the Year 2017

Professional Clothing Awards 2017 Entry Form IMPORTANT INFORMATION Before sending off your form, please make sure: You have answered all the questions. You have enclosed a photograph of the product that you are entering. If possible please send a physical sample to: Professional Clothing Awards 2017 C/O Marston Consulting Ltd Please post your completed entry form and physical samples to: Professional Clothing Awards 2017 C/O Marston Consulting Ltd South House 3A, Suite 4 Bond Avenue, Bond Estate Bletchley Milton Keynes MK1 1SW TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF ENTRY By submitting an entry you are automatically deemed to have read, understood and accepted the terms and conditions in their entirety. These are available to view in full at www.professionalclothingawards.com Thank you for filling out this form and good luck! Entrant Details (to be filled out by all entrants) 1. What Awards are you entering? 1. PPE Innovation of the Year Award 2. Suppliers, Distributors & Manufacturers Awards 3. Industry recognition Awards Project 20/20...and Beyond Young Design Awards Lifetime Achievement / Long Service to the Textile Industry Award Man and Woman of the Year 2017 4. Business Manager Awards If you are entering the Supplier Awards, the PPE Innovation Awards, or the Project 20/20...and Beyond Young Design Awards please fill in your details in Question 1 below. If you are entering the Business Manager Awards, please fill in your supplier and account manager s details in Questions 1 and 2 below. 2. Supplier Details (to be filled out by Business Managers only) Company: Contact Name: Position: Account Manager: Company Address: Company: Company Address: Telephone: Fax: Telephone: Fax: Email: Email:

PPE Innovation of the Year Award We are looking for the latest innovation from head to toe in the PPE industry. Tell us about its features, design, technological innovations and potential applications in real-life situations. 4. What is innovative about your entry compared to current state-of-theart? 5. PPE INNOVATION AWARDS: Questions 1. Give a brief description of your entry. 5. Has the innovation been transferred from another sector? If yes, which sector? 2. Is your entry in the marketplace? If yes, when was it launched? 6. Is there any environmental/sustainability benefit associated with your entry? Please describe. 7. Please give any other reasons or supporting information as to why your entry deserves to win an award for this category? 3. Which end users would benefit from this? 8. Please upload a photograph of the product if applicable or any documents that support your application.

Suppliers, Distributors & Manufacturers Awards These awards identify and recognise specific areas in the supplier, distributor and manufacturer arena to celebrate achievement and innovation. 6. What category are you entering? Each candidate can enter up to three categories; however, a separate form must be submitted for each new category. The categories for this award are as follows: 1. Best Managed Contract for 4. What were the objectives and how have they been achieved? 5. What quantifiable feedback/success has it received since the launch? 6. What distinguishes it from its competitors? Major Boutique 2. Best Stock Design Corporate Clothing 7. Can you give any other reasons as to why this deserves to win an award for this category? Workwear 3. Best Fabric and Fibre Innovation 4. Best IT Innovation and Website 8. Please enclose a photograph of the product if applicable or any documents that support your application 5. Best Catalogue 6. Best Manufacturer / Distributor 9. (Only applicable for applications to the Made in the UK Award). What do you manufacture in the UK? 7. Best Innovation in Footwear 8. Made in the UK Award (Please proceed to question 9) 7. SUPPLIERS, DISTRIBUTORS & MANUFACTURERS AWARDS: Questions What do you feel it brings to be able to boast UK made products? 1. What are you entering to win and for which category? What sort of role does UK manufacture play in your business and how does it help you move forward and stand apart from the competition? 2. Is your entry in the marketplace? If so, when was it launched? 3. Give a brief description of your entry and how it works if relevant Give an example where your UK based manufacture has aided a project or helped over come any issues.

Industry Recognition Awards These awards celebrate the special people, companies and talents within our industry that are generating fresh energy in our industry and celebrating longevity and landmark achievements. 8. Which category are you entering? 10. Lifetime Achievement Award or Long Service to the Textile Industry Award This is a chance for a team or an individual to nominate someone or a company they feel is worthy for either the Lifetime Achievement Award or Long Service to the Textile Industry Award. Please state for which Award you are nominating them and give their name, position and provide a short statement (approx 200 words) on why they deserve to be recognised in this category. Project 20/20 and Beyond Young Design Awards Lifetime Achievement Award Long Service to the Textiles Industry INDUSTRY RECOGNITION AWARDS: Questions 9. Project 20/20... and Beyond Young Design Awards 1. Describe your design and what inspired you to create it 2. What fabric did you use and why? 11. Man and Woman of the Year 2017 Woman of the Year 2017 Man of the Year 2017 3. What sector of the industry does your design cater for and what made you choose this sector? Six innovative men and women have been nominated for the prestigious Man and Woman of the Year Award for their outstanding achievement, commitment and contribution to the industry. These men and women are winners in their own right and don t need these Awards to show them how fantastic they are, but the industry want to acknowledge and thank them for all they have done for the industry. Choosing the winner for this Award will be extremely difficult, therefore we have decided to let the industry vote online and thank the person they deem the most influential. Please visit www.professionalclothingawards.com to read more about each of their contributions to the industry before making your vote. 4. What are the design and technical aspects that make it suitable for requirement of the particular sector you have chosen? Voting will run for 5 weeks, which will open on 3rd April and close on 5th May. The winners will be announced at the prestigious Professional Clothing Awards on Wednesday 21st June 2017 at The Intercontinental London The O2. We look forward to welcoming you on the evening and hope you enjoy the fantastic event.

Business Manager Awards 12. What category are you entering? VII. What items does your current uniform consist of? Each candidate can enter up to three categories; however, a separate form must be submitted for each new category. The categories for the Business Manager Awards are as follows: VIII. How frequent is your roll out? 1. Best bespoke uniform for: a) Workwear (winner and highly commended) b) Corporate Clothing (winner and highly commended) 2. How does your current uniform offer comfort, functionality and protection? c) PPE (winner and highly commended) 2. Business Manager of the Year 2017 3. How does your current uniform demonstrate a flair for design and style? 13. BUSINESS MANAGER AWARDS: QUESTIONS 1. Buyer Profile: I. Describe your role in the business 4. Demonstrate how you collaborate successfully with your supplier and immediate team. II. How long have you been in your current role? 5. Illustrate the importance of ethical considerations and sustainability in the uniform development process. III. What other relevant experience have you had? 6. What do you think has been your greatest achievement since working at your company? IV. What is the size of your team? 7. How do you bring innovation and passion to your role? V. How many wearers do you kit out? Please attach a photograph of your uniform. VI. When was your current uniform rolled out? 8. What garment is shown in the photograph that you have attached and how does it support your application? Please return the enclosed form to us on the details below, or apply online at www.professionalclothingawards.com Professional Clothing Awards 2017, C/O Marston Consulting Ltd, South House 3A, Suite 4, Bond Avenue, Bond Estate, Bletchley, Milton Keynes MK1 1SW Tel: +44 (0)1908 658890 Email: info@workwearshow.com Web: www.professionalclothingawards.com