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Kendra Scott Launches Foundation to Empower Women and Youth

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023
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Today, Kendra Scott announced the launch of the Kendra Scott Foundation, a component of the Austin Community Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, that’s committed to empowering women and youth in the areas of health and wellness, education, and entrepreneurship.

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  • Today, Kendra Scott announced the launch of the Kendra Scott Foundation, a component of the Austin Community Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, that’s committed to empowering women and youth in the areas of health and wellness, education, and entrepreneurship.
  • The Foundation will allow Kendra Scott to do even more good and serve as an overarching platform to deepen the brand’s investment in changing the lives of women and youth.
  • Kendra Scott has proudly donated more than $50 million to local, national, and international causes since 2010.
  • For more information on the Kendra Scott Foundation, visit kendrascott.com/philanthropy , or donate directly at https://ken01.kimbia.com/donate .

Kendra Scott to Give Keynote Address and Receive Honorary Doctorate at LIM College's 2023 Commencement Ceremony

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Tuesday, February 28, 2023
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NEW YORK, Feb. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LIM College, which is located in New York City and focused on the business of fashion and lifestyle, has announced that Kendra Scott, Founder, Executive Chairwoman & Chief Creative Officer of Kendra Scott LLC, will deliver the keynote address to the Class of 2023 at the College's 84th Commencement exercises.

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  • Scott will also receive LIM's Distinguished Achievement Award and an honorary Doctor of Commercial Science degree.
  • The ceremony will be held at David Geffen Hall, Lincoln Center on May 20, 2023 at 1:00 p.m.
  • Said LIM College President Elizabeth S. Marcuse, "Kendra Scott is true entrepreneurial success story and an outstanding leader in the business of fashion and lifestyle.
  • Said Scott, "I am honored to speak at this year's graduation ceremony at LIM College.

WILLIAMS SONOMA LAUNCHES NEW COLLABORATION WITH DESIGNER BILLY REID

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Monday, November 21, 2022
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Williams Sonoma, a portfolio brand of Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE: WSM), the worlds largest digital-first, design-led and sustainable home retailer, announced today, a new collaboration with four-time CFDA award-winning fashion designer, Billy Reid.

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  • Williams Sonoma, a portfolio brand of Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE: WSM), the worlds largest digital-first, design-led and sustainable home retailer, announced today, a new collaboration with four-time CFDA award-winning fashion designer, Billy Reid.
  • Each piece in the new Billy Reid for Williams Sonoma collection, encompasses the same attention to detail, passion for materials and spirit of Southern hospitality that have become synonymous with the Billy Reid brand.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221121005761/en/
    Williams Sonoma Launches New Collaboration with Billy Reid (Photo: Williams Sonoma)
    We love collaborating with designers that bring a unique point of view to our assortment, said Williams Sonoma President, Felix Carbullido.
  • The Billy Reid Collection for Williams Sonoma includes:
    Billy Reid Highball - Set of 4, $75.95
    Billy Reid Coupe - Set of 4, $75.95
    Billy Reid Double Old Fashion - Set of 4, $67.95
    Billy Reid Cocktail Napkins -Set of 6, $39.95
    Billy Reid Towels - Set of 2, $39.95
    For more information on the collection, please visit: www.williams-sonoma.com/billyreid and https://www.billyreid.com/blogs/the-studio/home-for-the-holidays .

WINNERS ANNOUNCED AT THE 2022 CFDA FASHION AWARDS

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Tuesday, November 8, 2022
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NEW YORK, Nov. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Council of Fashion Designers of America [CFDA] celebrated the winners and honorees of the 2022 CFDA Fashion Awards in Partnership with Amazon Fashion at Cipriani South Street at Casa Cipriani in Manhattan.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Council of Fashion Designers of America [CFDA] celebrated thewinners and honorees of the 2022 CFDA Fashion Awards in Partnership with Amazon Fashion at Cipriani South Street at Casa Cipriani in Manhattan.
  • The awards were co-hosted by CFDA members Joseph Altuzarra, Gabriela Hearst, Aurora James, and Lazaro Hernandez and Jack McCollough to mark the CFDA's 60th anniversary.
  • Martha Stewart, who was introduced by Muge Erdirik Dogan, gave the inaugural Innovation Award presented by Amazon Fashion toSKIMS, which was accepted by Kim Kardashian, Emma Grede, and Jens Grede.
  • The official partners of the 2022 CFDA Fashion Awards include:

SKIMS To Receive Inaugural Innovation Award presented by Amazon Fashion at the 2022 CFDA Fashion Awards

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022
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The Council of Fashion Designers of America is pleased to introduce the Innovation Award presented by Amazon Fashion at the 2022 CFDA Fashion Awards.

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  • The Council of Fashion Designers of America is pleased to introduce the Innovation Award presented by Amazon Fashion at the 2022 CFDA Fashion Awards.
  • Together with our CFDA Fashion Awards partner Amazon Fashion, which is a continuous innovator on behalf of customers, the CFDA is incredibly proud to honor SKIMS with the inaugural Innovation Award.
  • SKIMS is delighted to be recognized as the first-ever recipient of the Innovation Award presented by Amazon Fashion.
  • The 2022 CFDA Fashion Awards in Partnership with Amazon Fashion will take place on Monday, November 7, at Cipriani South Street at Casa Cipriani in Manhattan.

Emerald’s ASD Market Week Reports Strong Growth at August 2022 Event

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Thursday, September 29, 2022
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In addition, Emerald announced updates to ASD Market Weeks leadership team with a focus on accelerating its growth through innovative marketing strategies and programming.

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  • In addition, Emerald announced updates to ASD Market Weeks leadership team with a focus on accelerating its growth through innovative marketing strategies and programming.
  • In addition, nearly 30,000 attendees attended the August 2022 edition of ASD Market Week and conducted business with more than 1,800 manufacturers, including hundreds of new vendors exhibiting for the first time.
  • ASD Market Week was a huge success and continues to be the premier show in the Discount / General Merchandise space, said Danny Kole, Co-Founder of Kole Imports.
  • Both Camille and Emilie bring a high level of experience and expertise to the table for moving our ASD Market Week growth strategy forward, added Sprouse.

Qatar America Institute for Culture Welcomes Qatar Airways CEO and Chairman of Qatar Tourism H.E. Akbar Al Baker and Renowned Fashion Designer Naeem Khan to its Honorary Board of Trustees

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Monday, September 26, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Qatar America Institute for Culture (QAIC) has announced the newest trustees to its honorary board: His Excellency Akbar Al Baker and celebrated Indian Americanfashion designer Naeem Khan.

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  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Qatar America Institute for Culture (QAIC) has announced the newest trustees to its honorary board: His Excellency Akbar Al Baker and celebrated Indian Americanfashion designer Naeem Khan.
  • "The Qatar America Institute for Culture is honored to welcome these two exceptional leaders and visionaries joining H.E.
  • Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad Al-Thani as honorary trustees of QAIC," said Fatima Al-Dosari, the Executive Director of the QAIC.
  • His Excellency Akbar Al Baker has been the Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive since 1997 and is the Chairman of Qatar Tourism.

Designing Future Decades for Veteran and Aspiring Publicists

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Thursday, September 22, 2022
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DALLAS, Sept. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Women in PR™ is pleased to announce the return of its in-person weekend summit. This year marks the tenth anniversary of the first summit, which was held in 2012 in Miami, Florida. The two-day summit will be held from November 3-6, 2022, at the Kimpton Pittman Hotel in Dallas, Texas, to commemorate this special return.

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  • This year marks the tenth anniversary of the first summit, which was held in 2012 in Miami, Florida.
  • The two-day summit will be held from November 3-6, 2022, at the Kimpton Pittman Hotel in Dallas, Texas, to commemorate this special return.
  • The weekend summit will feature keynote speakers and panelists from the industry, as well as specialized breakout sessions and workshops to help new and veteran publicists expand their capabilities.
  • Anje Collins, a 36-year veteran entertainment publicist, co-founded the Women In PR Summit.

It's Official OC Fashion Week® the luxury market of California announces its' launch of "Fashion Travel Week" for July 2023 presented by Celebrity Cruises

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Sunday, September 18, 2022
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The project originated in 2010 as a travel incentive and support for fashion designers who love to travel abroad.

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  • The project originated in 2010 as a travel incentive and support for fashion designers who love to travel abroad.
  • OC Fashion Week (OCFW) is an International Fashion Week show for emerging fashion designers and established brands, for retail entrepreneurs, as well as digital retail startups.
  • Fashion Travel Week is a new travel events and tour group dedicated to its international community of fashion travelers, suppliers and influencers in the retail industries who endorse fashion tourism presented by Celebrity Cruises.
  • The program is produced by OC Fashion Week featuring a 3-destination tour and itinerary of runways, guest speakers, fashion travel tourism and 4-minute networking with luxury purveyors.

Xcel Brands Announces Launch of C. Wonder by Christian Siriano

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Friday, September 16, 2022
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Xcel Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: XELB), a media and consumer products company with unparalleled expertise in livestream shopping, today announced the launch of C. Wonder by Christian Siriano.

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  • Xcel Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: XELB), a media and consumer products company with unparalleled expertise in livestream shopping, today announced the launch of C. Wonder by Christian Siriano.
  • Bringing Christian on board to lead the transformation of C. Wonder by Christian Siriano is another key step in the creation of a live-selling ecosystem that connects our brands directly with consumers, said Robert W. DLoren, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Xcel Brands.
  • Ive always loved the C. Wonder brand and Im thrilled to join the team at Xcel Brands to collaborate and share the brand with new audiences, said Mr. Siriano.
  • C. Wonder by Christian Siriano offers amazing products at great prices and promises to transport our customers to a place they have never been.