On May 3, industry leaders will tackle the biggest challenges in the sector.
Designer brand Camilla, which grew global sales by 30% last year, will join an epic day of presentations at Ragtrader Live.
With five keynote speakers for '5 Leaders. 5 Solutions' and a supporting cast of panels and presenters, this is an unmissable fashion business conference.
Grab your last minute tickets here and check out the agenda below.
8.30: Registration
9.10: Welcome - Assia Benmedjdoub, Ragtrader editor
9.20: How to build your business for long-term success
The retail playing field has changed - in a borderless trading landscape, your neighbour is no longer your only competitor. Discover how Kookai Australia transformed itself from a single shopfront to an international contender. Its decades-long journey to the forefront of fashion will mark an inspirational start to the day.
Kookai MD Rob Cromb
9.50: It ain't over: bring your brand back to life
Is your business in need of a revival? Do you need some motivation to get back in the ring? Learn how iconic brand Supre has returned to fighting form under new ownership. You'll learn everything from structural changes in the business, to the success of its people-first culture and turnaround strategies to revive customer perception.
Supre GM Elle Roseby
10: 20: Morning Tea
10.50: Managing accelerated growth and international expansion
You don't have to be a multi-national giant in order to conquer the fashion game. Australian designer fashion brand Camilla has cracked multiple markets through a dedicated, independent expansion program. Through clever ranging, distribution and export growth initiatives, the brand is now available in premium shopfronts across the world. Find out how the Sydney-born brand has conquered the globe.
Camilla CEO Jane McNally
11.10: Lessons from the top: how to become a market leader
Have you ever wondered how the industry's biggest brands got to the top? From an empty warehouse in Port Melbourne ten years ago to annual sales of $950 million, Specsavers Australia is a true success story. Hear from one its founding partners about how the franchise business came to be a market leader, with around 40% share of prescription eyewear and eye tests in a market that has trebled in size since 2008.
Specsavers Australia co-founder Charles Horner
11:40 The five-minute pitch
11.45: PANEL: Commerce and creativity: building a designer business
The appetite for designer fashion is stronger than ever - but there's also never been more competition in the market. How can designers ensure their businesses are both commercial and creative? Join two brands on two different journeys as they head out to satiate the thirst for design-led fashion.
Bassike CEO Billy Voss
Lover co-founder Nic Briand
12.40: eCommerce Q&A
12.50: Lunch
1.35: Have you harnessed the true power of your brand?
It is estimated that 80 billion new garments are produced globally every year. With so much choice on shopfloors, how can you stand out from the pack? Learn how Designworks is using the power of brands to carve out a niche position in the industry. With new brands, new ventures and new avenues of distribution, the company will teach you the inner workings of a truly modern fashion business.
Designworks MD Brendan Santamaria
2.05: China: learn about the most powerful market in the world
Last year, the apparel retail market value of China reached $241.5 billion. This represents a whopping 44.5% of Asia-Pacific apparel industry value. As retailers and brands look to tap into this lucrative profit pie, what opportunities and challenges should they navigate in their quest for success?
2.45: Afternoon tea
3.10: Mastering your fashion supply chain
In a market where product is king, a strong logistics strategy is critical to the success of your fashion business. After all, without a seamless inventory pipeline, your clients and customers have no access to your goods. Learn some of the key considerations in this space - and make sure you're staying ahead of the curve.
Next Logistics CEO Chris Dobson
3.30: The art of reinvention: how to stay relevant
You can stay the same and wipe out. Or you can evaluate the market and make the brave decision to review, reshape and reinvent. Blundstone Australia has gone from a solely focused manufacturing business to an international brand with a mission to design for consumer experience and needs. This year, Europe's biggest fashion fair Pitti Immagine Uomo recognised the efforts of this 150-year-old company. Find out why you should too.
Blundstone global head of brand, design and consumer engagement Adam Blake
4.00: Closing address
4.05: Networking drinks