Alvanon names new mentorship programme winner

04/04/2016
Specialist apparel technology and consultancy provider Alvanon has announced Boston-based made-to-order fashion brand Ellie Kai as the fifth winner of the Dr Kenneth Wang Mentorship programme, which Alvanon runs in memory of its founder, who died in 2010.

Alvanon chief executive, Janice Wang, announced the news at the start of April.

The programme’s focus is to help emerging brands and design talent; winners receive two years of mentorship with Alvanon’s industry apparel experts to help provide a sustainable path to success.

In particular, Ellie Kai will receive statistical sizing data, technical design tools and training in key areas of the art and science of fashion, including production, supply chain issues, fit, marketing and sales.