tors. The initiative recognizes young professionals under 40 who are leaders, builders, and change-makers in Saskatchewan, in sectors including science, politics, arts, and volunteerism. The other SFW Future 40 alumni include: Kip Simon, established designer and creator of apparel brand 22 Fresh, Rachel Mielke, established designer and founder and CEO of designer jewellery brand Hillberg & Berk, and Melissa Fiacco, public relations and communications specialist, and SFW’s public relations and communications manager. With the growth of Saskatchewan’s economy and population, the province has also experienced the resurgence of independent retailers. Retailers in Regina are collaborating with SFW with the creation of the Katwalk. From May 6-11, 2013 more than 20 independent retail destinations and specialty service providers will participate in the Katwalk by providing a premier shopping experience with exclusive promotions in celebration of SFW. The public will be able to use a printable Katwalk passport to guide their shopping experience and create incentive to visit each destination. Visit saskfashionweek.com to view the schedule of Katwalk events and to print the Katwalk passport. SFW is a grandiose production that requires the skilled dedication of event managers, photographers, hair stylists, makeup artists, public relations and marketing professionals, graphic
designers, sponsorship management, new media production, and sound technicians. More than 200 hundred volunteers are needed to produce the multi-date event that introduces fashion curious consumers, media, buyers, and visitors to the skilled talent of Canadian designers, hair stylists, and makeup artists. SFW is currently recruiting event volunteers to provide hospitality services, styling assistance, ticket handling, and event set-up during SFW. The volunteer applications can be viewed and submitted on saskfashionweek.com and previous experience is not required. The creation and production of SFW is dependent on sponsorship and fundraising dollars, so SFW is dedicated to forging relationships to influence the growth and sustainability of the event. SFW is proud to recognize the Regina Hotel Association as its presenting sponsor, along with Cornwall Centre and Dilawri Infiniti as Diamond sponsors. City of Regina and Saskatchewan Arts Boards are major funders. Visit saskfashionweek.com to view the schedule of events, designer profiles and to submit a volunteer application. SFW tickets are now on sale and can be purchased from saskfashionweek. com, or from Cornwall Centre’s Guest Services kiosk, on the main level near the Saskatchewan Dr. entrance in Regina.
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