SO HERE’S THE THING: “If you want to go FAST go alone if you want to go FAR go together” African proverb
NEED MORE PERSUASION? THEN DO CHECK OUT THE ALUMNI LOVE: Check out testimonials below of those who have watched the training already and see what they had to say about it!
“The FAB workshops really helped me learn more about production, sourcing, logistics, and the positive progression of fashion on the continent but specifically for my interest in Kenya. I made a number of very useful connections and contacts, and went from being a struggling lost designer in the UK, to working at a factory in Kenya for a few months, experiencing all they could offer, applying my knowledge to assist them, and also what that could mean for producing my own designs in Kenya. From this opportunity in 2017 I went on to consult for another small, artisan factory in Kenya in the spring of 2018 and now I am currently working there as Assistant Production Coordinator and Technical Adviser, to assist in the growth and development of the factory and its employees. The FAB workshop was key in connecting all of these steps in my career and I am so pleased to have taken part.”
Tassia Butlin
Founder: Tassia-B Ethical Fashion.
“I first became aware of Jacqueline Shaw and Africa Fashion Guide in 2012. I was preparing for a trip to South Africa and was doing research and came across Africa Fashion Guide. I was really impressed with the content and started following Jacqueline Shaw. When the course was established, I wanted to participate. I knew it would be of great value. I was not disappointed when I participated in several of the Fashion Africa Business Workshops in 2016. I highly recommend her offerings. I have gained so much valuable information, knowledge about Africa resources and access to a network of people who have created sustainable Africa resourced products.”
Yvette Jenkins
Founder: Love Travels Imports, USA
“I enjoyed the replays from this month and encourage the other newcomers to go back on the timeline of this group and look for some great inspiration from the videos. Thank you for sharing your experience and knowledge Jacqueline.”
Lene Nortoft
Founder: The Text Style
“The FAB course is a great introductory to anyone looking to get involved in sourcing consumer goods on the African continent. The guest speakers provided formidable insight into specific sectors and unveiled cultural nuances from West to Eastern Africa business practices. At the time of taking the FAB course, I was beginning feasibility studies in Ghana and trying to understand this point in the garment supply chain. Since then, I’ve created WOVEN- Fashion and Retail consultancy based in Ghana. One of the services we provide is sourcing and the course taught me what to expect when stepping into that industry. Most speakers were willing to share contact info for offline conversations and shared ground realities.
I’d recommend this course to anyone that is aspiring or ready to take a deep -dive into sourcing from the African continent.”
Viola Labi
Director: Woven, Canada
“I would describe the 2016 edition of F.A.B. as Excellent.It was very informative, learnt a lot. Has given me a good foundation as l look to getting into business.”
2016 FAB online student
“The 2016 edition of F.A.B. Workshops was Excellent! Good presentations and speakers, all well prepared and informative and open for questions after the courses. I’ll definitely recommend the workshops to my friends.”
2016 FAB online student
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