Seminars – Fashion SVP EDITION 19 COMING SOON
Big Conversations. Real Answers.
The 19th Edition Seminar Schedule is on its way.
And it’s shaping up to be our most future-focused programme yet.
At FASHION SVP, our seminars bring together the voices that matter most,
including industry leaders, innovators, and decision-makers, to unpack
the challenges redefining fashion today and tomorrow.
Built on a Powerful Foundation
Last year’s programme set the benchmark, with expert-led sessions exploring:
- Sourcing & supply chain strategy
- Sustainability that actually works
- Scaling brands in competitive markets
- Future-ready growth strategies
2026 takes it further. Deeper. Smarter. More actionable.
MEET THE SPEAKERS
Elissa Lloyd
Head of Sustainability, FatFace
Elissa Lloyd is Head of Sustainability at FatFace and a highly experienced sourcing, quality and ethical supply chain specialist. She has built a strong track record within fast paced fashion organisations, supporting periods of significant commercial growth while strengthening responsible sourcing practices. Her expertise spans ethical supply chains, quality management and global sourcing strategy. Elissa is known for building high performing teams and developing long term partnerships with suppliers, helping businesses balance commercial performance with responsible production. At FASHION SVP, Elissa will share practical insights in her session “Is Sustainability a Good Way of Doing Business?” examining how responsible sourcing strategies can support both resilience and profitability across modern fashion supply networks.
Renato Morra
Development Lead, COS
Renato Morra is a Product Manager specialising in customer and consumer analytics at COS, where he works across European, US and APAC markets to develop and measure omnichannel marketing strategies. With a background in growth marketing and data driven decision making, Renato focuses on helping retail organisations translate complex data into practical insights that support smarter commercial decisions across both physical and digital retail environments. He holds a postgrad qualification in Business Intelligence and Big Data Analytics from the University of Milano- Bicocca and is a certified PRINCE2 Agile Practitioner through AXELOS. At FASHION SVP, Renato will share perspectives on how technology, data and methodology can support more effective decision making and growth for modern fashion businesses.
Natascha Radclyffe-Thomas
Professor, Ravensbourne University
Professor Natascha Radclyffe-Thomas is Professor of Marketing and Sustainable Fashion and Course Director for the MBA Fashion Business & Entrepreneurship at Ravensbourne University London. An internationally recognised educator and thought leader, her work focuses on sustainability, ethics and responsible business as drivers of long-term value for fashion companies. With a background in luxury fashion and teaching experience across Asia, Europe and the United States, Natascha’s research spans sustainable fashion, consumer behaviour, cultural heritage and international fashion marketing. She is Co-Author of Fashion Management: A Strategic Approach and Editor-in-Chief of Bloomsbury Fashion Business Cases. Her work supports sustainability literacy and responsible leadership aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. At FASHION SVP, Natascha will lead a thought provoking session entitled “Can Fashion Save the World?”, exploring the industry’s potential to create meaningful environmental and social impact.
Katie Young
Founder, Bespoke Textiles
Katie Young is an award-winning fashion and textile designer, conscious sourcing expert, and author of The Textile Touch. With over 30 years of experience, she has designed and developed collections for luxury fashion and hospitality — from her early career with English Eccentrics to creating bespoke uniform and textile collections for heritage institutions, palaces, private members’ clubs, and leading venues — from Bills Restaurants to Buckingham Palace — as well as performers including Toyah Wilcox. Founder of Bespoke Textiles and her vintage-inspired label ForeverYoung, Katie is known for building ethical, tailored supply chains and creating distinctive collections that elevate both brand identity and wearer experience.
What’s Coming to the Stage
We’re building a programme that goes straight to the heart of what’s impacting fashion now
and what will define where the industry goes next.
Expect bold conversations on
• Protecting margins while investing for long-term growth
• Navigating uncertainty, geopolitical, trade and climate challenges
• Responding to price-conscious consumers without compromising brand value
• Designing for future discretionary demand
• Strengthening supply chain resilience & transparency
• Smarter inventory management in fast-moving trend cycles
• Leveraging AI & blockchain, while managing cyber risk
Designed for Decision-Makers
• These conversations are built to help you:
• Think strategically
• Adapt with confidence
• Stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market
No theory for theory’s sake — just insight that drives action.
FULL SEMINAR SCHEDULE COMING SOON
Speakers. Sessions. Timings.
All will be revealed shortly.
Watch this space — the future of fashion starts here.
