PRESENTING Thursday, March 13, 2014
Fashion Arts Xchange Group Celebrates 20 Years Thursday, March 13, 2014
WHAT HAVE WE BEEN DOING FOR 20 YEARS ? *BLACK HISTORY MONTH AWARDS *JUNETEENTH CAREER OF EXCELLENCE AWARDS *FASHION INDUSTRY NETWORKING MIXERS *FASHION TRIPS INTO NYFW- CAMP (FIELD TRIPS) *INTERNSHIPS WITH MAJOR INDUSTRY COMPANIES FOR OUR YOUTH *FASHION SCHOLARSHIPS / ART AUCTIONS * BREAST CANCER-FASHION SHOW COMPETITION
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ABOUT US Fashion &Arts Xchange Group Inc. (aka F.A.X.) is a not for profit organization founded in April 1994 by Gwenveria Sargeant to create opportunities for minority students and professionals who desire to become valued players in the fashion and visual art industries, located in NYC. Our company encourages the spirit of diversity in the fashion and visual arts industries. We foster an environment where these individuals can seek information, develop careers, reevaluate their progress and can be proactive in asserting a valued presence in these highly competitive industries.
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In The Works For 2014
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STYLE-F.A.X. is a bi-annual resource guide, to be published in June and December, that lists hundreds of products and services which can further enhance the experience of our fashionable members and event guests. long after they leave the event. This valuable resource will also be available for a fee on-line. The guide includes websites, fashion & art schools, museums , galleries, designers, trend publications, manufacturers, showrooms, as well as textile firms and other companies that provide valuable services, and can help users expand their business with other fashion and art professionals. Who will become the fashion icons of tomorrow is anyone始s guess; if we at F.A.X. have anything to say about it, those icons will emerge and develop, in part at least, because of our efforts emerge because of our efforts.
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F.A.X. TALKS
In commemoration of 20 years of existence as a service organization, the Fashion Arts Xchange Group will be hosting a series of informational talks (FAX TALKS) on a variety of areas of interest to fashion professionals and aspirants. These will feature leading edge industry professionals, and will be held at bi-monthly intervals leading up to the fourth quarter, in which FAX will host it's 20th anniversary gala celebration scheduled to take place at a suitably prestigious mid-town venue. Thursday, March 13, 2014
From the cutting room to the salesfloor.... Are you ready ??? Talk #1; Are You Ready? (tentative title)From the Cutting Room to the Showroom; Getting your Garments into the store. In this, our first installment of the FAX TALKS series, we will explore what steps are necessary to establish one始s self in the fashion and art community. Our all-star cast of panelists will consist of players in the game such as buyers, sales reps, manufacturers as well as designers. They will share their professional, and personal experiences as well as provide advice on what it takes to make it in this business, to addressing topics such as education, networking,they will share what steps they took on their paths to success, and answer important questions like; how much money do you need to invest?, what is the difference between styling and designing, should you focus on dept. stores or boutiques. It takes more than ambition to succeed in this cut throat business. Whether it be making one of a kind designs or producing a line for a major department store, this discussion will get you pointed in the right direction. Ideal VenueMacy始s, Bloomingdales, Saks NY- Conference space or Parsons, F.I.T. midtown NYC.
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In this installment of the FAX TALKS series we will discuss the roles of Publishing and social media and explore what opportunities currently exist in publishing. The days where print publications were the only source of exposure are gone. With the emergence of social networks such as twitter, Instagram and Facebook what is the best way to market yourself? Additionally, where does this age of digital interaction leave traditional publishing outlets? Our panel will include Publishers, fashion bloggers, editors and writers from publications like Women始s Wear Daily, Elle magazine and Fashion Avenue News . All this all this and more will be discussed by our panel of Publishing professionals and writers professionals in our second Installment of FAX TALKS. Ideal Venue: CondeNast, Elle publications headquarters, Art Gallery Midtown or Soho. Thursday, March 13, 2014
Communications
The Fashion Melting Pot New York City is the most culturally and ethnically diverse location on earth. That diversity feeds a rich creative atmosphere that makes New York the worlds fashion capital. Groups of people have migrated from all over the world to make an impact on the American fashion market. We will highlight the impact on fashion of the African Diaspora the Asian community and the Latin American community just to name a few. We will hear from several successful minority professionals about their paths to success and the impact of their culture on their work in this third installment of FAX TALKS. Ideal Venue: Studio Museum of Harlem, Museum of the city of New York, Schomburg, Whitney Museum
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The Gala Event Venue At a Prestigeous Midtown Venue
Sponsorship Opportunities Thursday, March 13, 2014
$75,000.00- Platinum Sponsor
$50,000.00-Gold Sponsor
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Recognized as “Presented by” sponsor with branding on all promotional materials
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Prominent Step & Repeat placement 20th
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Front (inside) or Back cover feature in Annv. Gala Program as well as Style-FAX Resource Guide(both in print and on-line)
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F.A.X. Membership, resource guide Directory full page color listing & link for one year
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Opportunity for in-kind Contributions
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On-site Signage and Display Rights
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Inclusion in events press release,advertizing,and signage at event 20th
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Recognized as “Gold Sponsor” on invitation
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Step & Repeat Placement
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Full page Color Feature in 20th Annv. Gala Program as well as STYLE-FAX Resource guide (both in print,and online)
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F.A.X. Membership, resource guide Directory full page color listing & link for one year
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Opportunity for in-kind Contributions
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On-site Signage and Display Rights
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Inclusion in events press release,advertizing,and signage at event
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Two (2) 45 second advertisements for 20th Annv. Gala placed on live stream footage submitted by May 1st
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Social Media Campaign via website and Style-Fax website/Facebook/Twitter/YouTube/PR Bloggers/ Instagram
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Two (2) 45 second advertisements for Annv. Gala placed st on live stream footage submitted by May 1
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Social Media Campaign via website and Style-Fax website/ Facebook/Twitter/YouTube/PR Bloggers/Instagram
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Option of distributing giveaways for giftbags/promotional materials for attendees
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Option of distributing giveaways for giftbags/promotional materials for attendees
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20 Tix to Gala event & VIP admittance into after party and invite to special event during the next year.
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20 Tix to Gala event & VIP admittance into after party and invite to special event during the next year.
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$25,000.00-Silver Sponsor
$5,000.00-Bronze Sponsor
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Recognized as “Silver sponsor” on invitation
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Recognized as “Bronze Sponsor” on invitation
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Step & Repeat placement
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Step & Repeat Placement
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Full page feature in 20th Annv. Gala Program as well as StyleFAX Resource Guide(both in print and on-line)
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Full page Color Feature in 20th Annv. Gala Program as well as STYLE-FAX Resource guide (both in print,and on-line)
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F.A.X. Membership, resource guide Directory full page color listing & link for one year
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F.A.X. Membership, resource guide Directory full page color listing & link for one year
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Opportunity for in-kind Contributions
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Opportunity for in-kind Contributions
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Inclusion in events press release, advertising, and signage at event
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On-site Signage and Display Rights
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Two (30) second advertisements for 20th Anniv. Gala placed on live stream footage
Inclusion in events press release,advertising,and signage at event
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Two (2) 45 second advertisements for 20th Annv. Gala placed on live stream footage submitted by May 1st
Social Media Campaign via website and Style-Fax website/ Facebook/Twitter/YouTube/PR Bloggers/Instagram
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Social Media Campaign via website and Style-Fax website/ Facebook/Twitter/YouTube/PR Bloggers/Instagram
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Option of distributing giveaways for giftbags/promotional materials for attendees
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Option of distributing giveaways for giftbags/promotional materials for attendees
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8 Tix to Gala event & VIP admittance into after party and invite to special event during the next year.
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5 Tix to Gala event & VIP admittance into after party and invite to special event during the next year.
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Event Demographics This event is expected to attract an audience of approximately 300 guests including VIPs, A-List “Celebs�, Models, Fashion Executives,Artists, and other Business Owners from the New York Metro area and beyond. We are expecting that the event will be attended by more women, than men, and should be comprised roughly of 35% fashion & art professionals, 29%marketing and production personnel,11 internet pros 10% ad execs, 8% celebs, and 7% students/ interns.
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7% 8% 35%
10% 11%
29%
Our Corporate Friends
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Contact Information FASHION ARTS XCHANGE GROUP 193 CLEVELAND DRIVE CROTON ON HUDSON, NY 10520 (917) 769-6216 FASHIONARTSXCHANGE@GMAIL.COM
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