AGENDA LAFS 2019 - CARTAGENA / COLOMBIA










Estamos a un día de empezar esta nueva aventura en la moda latinoamericana, y no saben la infinita emoción, ansiedad y felicidad que estoy manejando  por vivir una semana tan nutrida y llena de conocimiento, nuevas marcas para #elojochinodelamoda. personalidades y sueños por cumplir.

Un evento al cual le coloqué toda la mejor energía desde que me enteré de su sede este año en Cartagena. Inmediatamente se lo solicité a Dios y al universo y así fue concedido. 

Ya estoy preparando lo mejor de mis letras y medios de comunicación para contarles todo durante los días 12 al 15 de noviembre. Por lo pronto les comparto la agenda que se desarrollará en el Latin American Fashion Summit 2019. 



TUESDAY NOVEMBER 12TH  - CASA 1537
The official venue hub of LAFS 2019–from November 12th-15th. Open to every LAFS attendee, this is also the spot to meet with other attendees for networking. Located at Calle del Colegio 34-75.

TEATRO ADOLFO MEJÍA
The official venue for all panels and talks on November 13th-14th. Located at Plaza de la Merced No. 38-10.
Need translation? Make sure to download the Kudo app and bring your headphones to listen to the panels in either Spanish or English.
       
12:00 PM – 5:00 PM Registration @ Casa 1537
All attendees, speakers and sponsors must register prior to attending any LAFS activations.

3:00 PM – 4:30 PM @ Casa 1537
Meet the Founders: Join Estefania Lacayo and Samantha Tams for a casual welcome ahead of the summit.

7:00 PM – 11:00 PM @ Teatro Adolfo Mejía

LAFS 2019 Opening Ceremony
Join us for an evening inspired by Gabriel García Márquez’s novel Love in the Time of Cholera hosted by Esteban Cortazar.
Founders’ Welcoming Remarks
Remarks by 2018 Pitch to LAFS winner, Kika Vargas, followed by of announcement of the 2019 finalists.
Dress code: Cocktail attire.Please reference the inspiration board on our website. This event is included with your General Admission ticket, not included in General Admission No Dinner.


WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13TH  -  CASA 1537

The official venue hub of LAFS 2019–from November 12th-15th. Open to every LAFS attendee, this is also the spot to meet with other attendees for networking. Located at Calle del Colegio 34-75.

TEATRO ADOLFO MEJÍA

The official venue for all panels and talks on November 13th-14th. Located at Plaza de la Merced No. 38-10.
Need translation? Make sure to download the Kudo app and bring your headphones to listen to the panels in either Spanish or English.
       
8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Today marks the official opening of our venue hub, Casa 1537 where you can experience a variety of onsite activations.
Enjoy the LAFS showroom: a beautiful curation of Latin American design (you can shop too!)
Shop the Boho Hunter pop-up
Book a complementary hair appointment with Authentic Beauty Concept
Get an express manicure by La Manicurista
Pamper yourself with Nicole Ravachi Beauty
Relax at the VERDI lounge
View Artesanías de Colombia artisans at work
Check out the Tybso Mural
Taste artisanal beers from Marantá, as well as cocktails and champagne from our sponsors
Today all panels will be taking place at Teatro Adolfo Mejia.
Doors open at 8:30 AM.
The first panel begins promptly at 9:00 AM and will end at 7:30PM.
7:15 AM – 8:15 AM Hotel Santa ClaraZumba Class
Start your day off right with a complimentary Zumba class!
8:30 AM – 10:30 AM @ Teatro Adolfo Mejía
Breakfast at Tiffany: Fuel up with complimentary coffee and small bites from Tiffany & Co.
Need translation? Make sure to download the Kudo app and bring your headphones to listen to the panels in either Spanish or English
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM @ Teatro Adolfo Mejía
2019 Retail Overview powered by Istituto Marangoni Miami.
Speaker: Massimo Casagrande – Academic Director Istituto Marangoni Miami.
Presenter: Francisco Costa – Creative Director of Costa Brazil
A presentation on the current state of global and Latin American retail, projections, and opportunities.
This presentation is in English.
9:30 AM – 10:15 AM @ Teatro Adolfo Mejía
Cultural Celebration vs. Cultural Appropriation
Open Forum powered by Artesanías de Colombia
Participants: Ana Maria Fríes – General Manager of Artesanias de Colombia
Nina Farran – Founder of Fashionkind,
Patrick Duffy – Activist and Founder of Global Fashion Exchange and Fashion4Freedom
Carolina Kleinman – Designer of Carolina K
Lourdes Mena – Designer of Lula Mena
Presenter: Taliana Vargas – actress and philanthropist
Moderator: Rocio Arias Hofman – Journalist and Founder of La Silla Verde
An interactive conversation with panel participants and attendees on cultural celebration vs. cultural appropriation.
This panel is in English.
10:15 AM – 10:39 AM @ Teatro Adolfo Mejía
15 minute break
Make sure to grab a San Pellegrino inside the theater and check out the “Looking for the Masters” exhibit on the third floor.
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM @ Teatro Adolfo Mejía
The Road to Sustainability in Fashion
Participants: Carmen Busquets – Fashion entrepreneur and philanthropist,
Holli Rogers – CEO of Browns and Chief Brand Officer of Farfetch
Sandra Valenzuela de Narvaez – Director of operations, partnerships, management and business at WWF- Colombia
A conversation with industry leaders on what business are doing to serve the greater good, especially as customers increasingly demand corporate responsibility and transparency.
This panel is in English.
11:30 AM – 12:15 AM @ Teatro Adolfo Mejía
A Family Affair
Participants: Silvia Tcherassi – Designer and Entrepreneur
Mauricio Espinosa Tcherassi – Business Developer at Silvia Tcherassi
A conversation on family business between the Colombian designer and her son.
Moderator: Rocio Arias Hofman – Journalist and Founder of La Silla Verde
This conversation will be in Spanish.
12:30 PM – 2:45 PM @ Casa 1537
Lunch break
We recommend you use this time to check out Casa 1537 and all we have in store for you. You can buy your lunch here from Moshi Restaurant.
Shop the Boho Hunter pop-up
Check out the Levi’s Waterless corner
Book a complimentary hair appointment with Authentic Beauty Concept
Get an express manicure by La Manicurista
Pamper yourself with Nicole Ravachi Beauty Products
Relax and enjoy beers and cocktails
12:45 PM – 1:30 PM @ Casa 1537
Networking by the minute powered by Marantá Artisanal Beer, 2nd floor
Bring your business cards and come meet other attendees and speakers while enjoying complimentary beer tasting. You will have one minute to speak with each guest—it’s a great way to break the ice and promote valuable networking opportunities.
12:45 PM – 2:45 PM @ Casa 1537
Private LAFS showroom walkthrough
Reserved for buyers and boutique owners
Hors d’oeuvres served by Moshi Restaurant. Open to all attendees after 2:45PM.
1:00 PM – 2:45 PM @ Carmen Restaurante
Networking Lunch with influential female leaders
Calle 38 # 8-19, Calle Del Santísimo
Moderator: Camila Straschnoy – Trend researcher, writer and strategist
Participants: Kelly Talamas – Creative director and consultant
Jenny Lopez – Model, blogger and entrepreneur
Atenas Hernández – Author, entrepreneur
Enjoy a great meal and learn from three entrepreneurs with strong social media followings who have built their careers and personal brands. Learn about their unique experiences, best social media practices, and delve into the importance of being authentic on your platform.
Only 40 seats available.
Mandatory RSVP
Attendees pay for own lunch
Special Fixed Menu ($32 USD approx) includes 3 course meal, 1 glass of wine and Acqua Panna or San Pellegrino. Vegetarian option available.  
RSVP
3:00 PM – 3:45 PM @ Teatro Adolfo Mejia
In Conversation with Francisco Costa, founder of Costa Brazil
Presenter: Giovanna Campagna – Founder of La Curuba
Moderator: Karla Martînez de Salas – Editor- in- Chief of Vogue Mexico and Latin America.
Francisco Costa, former Creative Director of Calvin Klein Collection, discusses the new phase of his career and his passion for sustainability and
ethical products with his new line, Costa Brazil.
This conversation will be in English.
3:45 PM – 4:45 PM @ Teatro Adolfo Mejia
The New Retail Forntier
Join these industry leaders for a discussion how they are evolving their strategies for today’s consumers
Participants: Brian Bloke – Founder of The Conservatory
Holli Rogers – CEO of Browns and Chief Brand Officer at Farfetch
Trisha Gregory – Founder and CEO of Armarium
Julia Gudish Krieger – Founder and CEO of Villageluxe
Moderator: Lisa Pomerantz – Founder of LFP Collective
This panel will be in English.
4:45 PM – 5:00 PM @ Teatro Adolfo MejíaTime for some Colombian coffee!
Stop by Café de Colombia for complimentary coffee or enjoy Marantá’s artisanal draft beer available for purchase
5:00 PM – 5:45 PM
TBC
6:00 PM – 6:30 PM @ Teatro Adolfo Mejia
“Looking for the Masters” Film Preview and Presentation
Presenter: Rocio Arias Hofman – Journalist and Founder of La Silla Verde
Participants: Paula Mendoza- Founder of Paula Mendoza Jewelry, and co-founder of “Looking for the Masters”
Alejandro Calderon – Co-Founder of “Looking for the Masters”
Carmen Busquets – Fashion entrepreneur and philanthropist.
This will be in Spanish with English subtitles.
Make sure to go up to the 3rd level to check out the “Looking for the Masters” exhibit.
6:45 PM – 7:45 PM @ Johanna Ortiz and Ana Khouri Trunkshow
Calle Baloco # 2-109, piso 1, local #2, Edifico Piñeres, Centro Histórico
Shop Ana Khouri and Johanna Ortiz designs at the Johanna Ortiz all-day pop-up shop! Johanna and Ana will be making a special appearance from 6:15 PM to 7:45 PM. 20% of the proceeds from the Ana Khouri trunkshow will go towards sponsoring LAFS2020 tickets for young entrepreneurs and designers in the region.
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM @ Casa 1537
We suggest you use this time to visit Casa 1537 where you can enjoy the following:
Discover and shop great Latin American brands at the LAFS showroom
Shop at the Boho Hunter pop-up shop
Get your hair done for the night by Authentic Beauty Concept
Relax and enjoy beers and cocktails
Relax in the VERDI lounge
6:30 PM – 7:30 PM @ Casa 1537
Sustainable Practices powered by Levi’s
Moderators: Nina Farran – Founder of Fashionkind
Patrick Duffy – Activist and Founder of Global Exchange
A must for anyone who is looking to create social impact or to implement sustainability strategies in and out of the office. Join us at the Levi´s corner at Casa 1537 for insights into their own sustainable practices and how they are creating impact for tomorrow.
6:30 PM – 7:30 PM @ Casa 1537
Glamworking
Getting Glam while Networking
Moderator: Camila Canabal – TV personality, blogger and entrepreneur
Laura Tobón – TV personality, entrepreneur and influencer
Amelia and Elisa Ochoa – Founders of Sisterly Style
If you are a boutique owner that promotes Latin American design, come meet other retailers and designers from the region at our beauty lounge on the 2nd floor. Enjoy the opportunity of being able to network with each other while getting an express facial, your hair or nails done.
Authentic Beauty Concept, Nicole Ravachi, and La Manicurista
*Included in your General Admission ticket.
Free night for everyone!
We suggest you make reservations for dinner out on the town. For a list of great restaurants



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Cordialmente,



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