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Wednesday, February 14 • 11:00am - 12:00pm
Local Fashion Retail: Making It Work

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Being an entrepreneur is not for the weak. Add in being a fashion entrepreneur and you'll find someone who has learned how to navigate, pivot, fail, adapt, and make it work! (In no particular order.)

In the news you'll hear how the fashion industry is ever-changing and how the retail industry is struggling, but we've got a group of local fashion entrepreneurs who have found ways to make the most of their passions and career paths.

Meet these individuals who have found success breaking into the fashion industry and staying in the industry.
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Alex English

Alex is a Tampa native with global perspectives on retail and fashion. He worked in urban planning before obtaining his MBA in Italy with an eye to the luxury, fashion, and retail industries. He has experience with retail entrepreneurs, pop-up retail, branding and brand management... Read More →

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avatar for Brent Kraus

Brent Kraus

Brent Kraus is the co-founder & COE (Chief of Everything) at Ella Bing. He is a passionate bow tie wearer, and all around dapper guy. Brent brings over 10 years of dedicated IT experience to Ella Bing as an E-commerce business, along with being heavily involved in Social Media, Internet... Read More →
avatar for Desiree Noisette

Desiree Noisette

Desiree Noisette is the CEO of Mermosa. She's a recovering lawyer, swimwear fit expert, clothing designer, mom of 2 boys and now, maker of the perfect day-to-night beverage line and brand: Mermosa. She feels lucky to have her entrepreneurial roots in St. Petersburg, Florida - a city... Read More →
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Elizabeth Carson Racker

Fashion forward, high quality, and affordable garments for the everyday woman are the core characteristics of Elizabeth Carson Racker designs.Elizabeth Carson Racker is a ready to wear designer with a philosophy to always apply the highest standards of creativity, honesty, quality... Read More →

Wednesday February 14, 2018 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
4 - Brave People
  Fashion & Style, Panel Discussion

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