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Agenda-setting intelligence, analysis and advice for the global fashion community.
Agenda-setting intelligence, analysis and advice for the global fashion community.
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OXFORDSHIRE, United Kingdom — BoF invites you to watch the inspiring talks from VOICES, our annual gathering for big thinkers in partnership with QIC Global Real Estate, on Thursday, November 29 and Friday, November 30.
Simply click here to tune in now as we welcome speakers such as designers Stella McCartney and Alber Elbaz, Cambridge Analytica whistleblower Christopher Wylie and beauty entrepreneur Huda Kattan to the VOICES stage in Oxfordshire.
The live-stream is available exclusively to BoF Professional members; join now to ensure you can take part, and explore the full agenda of talks below.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 29
Session 1: THE WIDER WORLD
9.45 am – 12 pm GMT / 4.45 – 7 am ET
Take a step back and look at the bigger picture. From politics and the global economy to social issues and humanitarian crises, every business is impacted by the wider world.
Speakers in this session include: Christopher Wylie, Kate Gilmore, DeRay Mckesson, Katharine Hamnett, Shahmir Sanni, Joshua Graham Lynn and more.
Session 2: INSIDE THE FASHION SYSTEM
1 – 3 pm GMT / 8 – 10 am ET
It's time to hold a mirror up to our industry. As it transforms before our very eyes, consider how much more change is needed and what exciting opportunities that could bring.
Speakers in this session include: Stella McCartney, Alber Elbaz, Francesca Bellettini, Kalpona Akter, Bethann Hardison, Kerby Jean-Raymond and more.
Session 3: TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION
3.30 – 5.30 pm GMT / 10.30 am – 12.30 pm ET
Investigate the latest innovations. From artificial intelligence to biofabrication, a daring group of scientists, technologists and innovators are reinventing the way our industry works.
Speakers in this session include: Benedict Evans, Ian Rogers, Rachna Bhasin, Samer Al Moubayed, Ken Seiff, Peter Smith, Natsai Audrey Chieza, Joy Ajlouny and more.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30
Session 4: NEW CONSUMERS & NEW MARKETS
10 am – 12 pm GMT / 5 – 7 am ET
Deep-dive into today's most important emerging markets. With China, India and the Middle East becoming central for global fashion players, we will analyse what the industry can take away from these fast-growing regions.
Speakers in this session include: Sonam K Ahuja, Kevin Sneader, Vishaan Chakrabarti, Shiv Khemka, Molly Logan, John Ridding, David Pemsel and more.
Session 5: LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE
1 – 3 pm GMT / 8 – 10 am ET
Let's put things into perspective. Getting the work-life balance can be hard, so listen to passionate individuals with inspiring stories and discover how to be the most authentic version of yourself.
Speakers in this session include: Michèle Lamy, Huda Kattan, Adut Akech, Mike Taylor, Casey Gerald, Jasmine Hemsley and more.
To learn more about VOICES, BoF's annual gathering for big thinkers, in partnership with QIC Global Real Estate, visit our VOICES website.
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