January 4, 2024
Published by D-D Lazenby on January 4, 2024
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Back to Basics Webinar 

Back to Basics: Foundational Pillars to Build a Strong Custom Clothing Business Thursday, January 11th at 4 pm ET, 1 pm PT In this 45 minute webinar, you’ll learn…. Starting a business is easy — staying in business and finding success can be difficult. We’re detailing the four primary pillars each custom clothing business owner can strengthen to build their business stronger and more resilient.
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July 8, 2023
Published by D-D Lazenby on July 8, 2023
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Are you paying attention?

Welcome to Designer Forum New York July 22-24, 2023. This season’s trade show theme is “paying attention”… How we can better pay attention to the market; how we can better pay attention to our customers; how we can better pay attention to each other? In addition, the CTDA will launch an attendee satisfaction survey at the show in effort to gain your feedback on how we can be even more valuable to your business as your trade organization. Please take a moment to complete the survey at DFNY. We look forward to seeing you soon. View Luke Mayes’, president of […]
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June 8, 2023
Published by D-D Lazenby on June 8, 2023
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Key Performance Indicators

Presented by Eric Le Gallais of MTM Design and CTDA Board Member The focus of the webinar is on the benefits of using a Key Performance Indicator (KPI), surveys (which is a way of getting some indicators) and best practices for tracking and using KPIs to improve business performance, with examples from the made-to-measure industry. Learn what KPIs are and why they are important for made-to-measure businesses how they can help our industry digitalize and succeed. Learn about the benefits of using a KPI dashboard, including making data-driven decisions, identifying trends, setting specific goals, and measuring progress against benchmarks. Best […]
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May 4, 2023
Published by D-D Lazenby on May 4, 2023
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DFNY Keynote – Speed Learning: 7 Experts | Decades of Experience

Immersive 10 Minute Roundtable Discussions with 7 Industry Subject Matter Experts: Moderated by: Luke Mayes, House of Dormeuil and Peter Roberti, Adrian Jules Custom Clothiers Date: Saturday, January 20 , 2024 TIME: 5:15 PM to 7:00 PM WHERE: Conrad Hotel NYC, Plume Theatre (1st floor), 151 W. 54th Street, New York, NY 10019 COST: Complimentary.  The historic and monumental Jackson Medal Ceremony will take place at the beginning of the presentation with the incoming CTDA Board of Directors. Space is limited. Please RSVP here:
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December 26, 2022
Published by D-D Lazenby on December 26, 2022
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DFNY Keynote: The Story of Cloth

Join us for this panel discussion featuring fabric aficionados. An exclusive opportunity to meet this finite representation of fabric mills who will share how the world of cloth manufacturing is evolving, the most current trends and tips for custom clothiers about selling cloth. PANELISTS include Richard Boide, Dormeuil; Guy Milinazzo, Gladson; Dougal Munro, Holland & Sherry; Craig Wertheim, Scabal and Piero Antonini, Stylbiella MODERATED by Luke Mayes, CTDA President DATE: Saturday, January 21, 2023 TIME: 5:30 to 6:15 PM WHERE: Conrad Hotel, Plume Theatre (1st floor), 151 W. 54th Street, New York, NY 10019 COST: Complimentary.
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October 26, 2022
Published by D-D Lazenby on October 26, 2022
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Your Brand Story webinar

Friday, October 28 at 11:00 – 11:30 AM EST Featuring Professor Michael Zam, New York University   People hunger for meaningful stories that resonate with them and create an emotional connection as a result. Learn how you can apply the fundamentals of story-telling to the message you communicate about your brand, as well as your personal story related to that brand. Professor Michael Zam is a screenwriter, television writer, playwright, and writing professor at NYU. His screenplay, Best Actress, was on the BlackList of best unproduced screenplays. This was the basis for the FX (now on Hulu) series he co-created and wrote, Feud: Bette […]
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July 5, 2022
Published by D-D Lazenby on July 5, 2022
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Walk the Red Carpet

Take place in our informal fashion show and walk the red carpet on the upper deck of the boat. Categories include: Best in Show Best Use of Color Avante Garde Casual Chic Formal Winners bring home a trophy! To register your look, please fill out the following entry form:
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June 17, 2022
Published by D-D Lazenby on June 17, 2022
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The Best of Britain

Welcome Back CTDA Fabric Knowledge event hosted by Gladson New York Join us for a great educational event along with cocktails, appetizers and networking. DATE: Friday, July 15, 2022 TIME: 5:30 to 7:30 PM WHERE: Gladson New York, 720 Fifth Avenue, 9th Floor (Corner of 5th & 56th Street), New York City COST: Complimentary. Please RSVP! Please RSVP here:
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June 8, 2022
Published by D-D Lazenby on June 8, 2022
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Profiles of the Multi-Million Dollar Clothier

The keys to achieving what YOU thought was unattainable Featuring Individual custom clothiers who successfully achieve over $2 million dollars in sales. An exclusive opportunity to meet this finite panel who will share insights that will help you become better at selling custom clothing. PANELISTS:David Heil, David AugustLeonard Logsdail, Leonard Logsdail BespokePeter Roberti Jr., Adrian Jules Ltd.Dedrick Thomas, Hideoki Bespoke MODERATOR:Luke Mayes, House of Dormeuil DATE: Saturday, July 16, 2022 TIME: 5 PM to 6 PM WHERE: Conrad New York Midtown, 151 W. 54th Street, New York, NY 10019, in the Plume Theatre (first floor) COST:  Complimentary. Must RSVP to reserve […]
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April 28, 2022
Published by D-D Lazenby on April 28, 2022
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Garment Care & New Fabrics

Gain a better understanding and knowledge of what the best cleaning options are for high-ticket custom garments. Christopher White, Executive Director of America’s Best Cleaners, will join Mitch Gambert and Luke Mayes to speak specifically to: garment labelling and interpretation knowledge; cleaning options for newer customized items – custom sneakers, leather goods, joggers, bombers jackets, quilted vests etc.; and understanding new “washable” fabrics that may be constructed with “non-washable” components.  Presented by:  Mitch Gambert, Mel Gambert Shirts  Luke Mayes, The House of Dormeuil and CTDA President  Sajid Veera , Door to Door Cleaners Christopher White, America’s Best Cleaners 
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