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A weekend with fashion entrepreneurs

By Andrea Panaligan, The Philippine STAR Published Sep 13, 2024 5:00 am

Insignia Presents, known for bringing international stars to Manila like singer Joji and comedienne Atsuko Okatsuka, introduces the Plus63 Conference, a two-day industry event for students, entrepreneurs, and professionals.

Industry experts will come together at the Space at One Ayala, Makati on Oct. 26-27. Attendees can expect to gain firsthand knowledge from tastemakers and leaders in fashion, entertainment, marketing, and entrepreneurship.

Insignia Presents teases a lineup of diverse local and international panelists. Among the confirmed speakers are:

Stephen Malbon
Co-founder and CCO of Malbon Golf

Stephen and his wife Erica started the first unconventional golf brand Malbon Golf in 2017. It has since expanded to a full line of apparel, footwear, and accessories. The brand has also collaborated with well-known global brands and created a community in promotion of the sport.

Erica Malbon
Co-founder and CEO of Malbon Golf

Erica co-founded Malbon Golf, which has been making waves with its unmistakable branding and playful curation. Known for her expertise in ideation and creative development, Erica has been instrumental in the brand’s success.

Jian Deleon
Men’s fashion director of Nordstrom

Award-winning writer and podcast host Jian DeLeon oversees menswear in Nordstrom, a luxury fashion retailer with stores across the United States.

Leanne Perice
Founder of Made By All

Known for her pioneering work in the creator economy, Leanne Perice and her company Made By All elevate creators, thought leaders, and celebrities into cultural icons. She has worked with industry giants like NFL, Paramount, and Meta.

Alex James
Co-founder of Pleasures

Co-founding Los Angeles-based streetwear brand Pleasures in 2015, Alex James and his creative work have been showcased globally by projects with brands like Adidas, Puma, Dr. Martens, and Converse. He is a designer, DJ, director, golfer, and dad.

Conference sessions include conversations on leveraging the power of short-form content; the intersection of sports, fashion and culture; unlocking the potential of women-driven markets; and branding strategies for the global market.

Early bird tickets are currently available from P4,500 to P10,000. Students get a discounted rate of P3,000. All ticket holders will receive conference kits that may include a Malbon Golf x Plus63 Conference polo shirt or bucket hat, depending on the ticket tier.

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For tickets and additional information, visit www.Plus63Conference.com.