HISTORY OF FGI ARIZONA

 

In May, 1999, Tiffany & Co. sponsored our debut party for 100 guests in their lovely store.  With the help of many Fashion Group members who had moved to AZ from other chapters, we were off and running.  The Phoenix/Scottsdale retail area and related fields have grown and developed so greatly in the past 10 years, it was inevitable that we would succeed.

In addition to the monthly events dealing with the business of fashion, Fashion Group of Arizona reaches out to the women of Fresh Start in support of their return to the work force after difficult social and economic circumstances. Our student members are part of the promise of future executives in the fashion field.

The Rising Star event becomes more successful each year.  In September 2006, over 175 guests enjoyed the festive ambiance at the Valley Ho Hotel while watching a presentation showcasing some of Arizona’s finest designers.

As we approach our eighth year, it should be the mandate of every member to help us grow by sponsoring a new candidate for membership.  With your help we can be one of the most successful groups in the Fashion Group firmament.

Francine McCrea was the first regional director, Beth Bobek became the second, Dawn McCallum and Ann Holmstrom the third and Maggi Heiser is the fourth.

They each have served 2 year terms.

EVENTS

Membership Benefits

JOIN FGI NOW

ABOUT FGI

It all began in 1928, when 17 women gathered by Edna Woolman Chase, Editor-in-Chief of Vogue, met for lunch in a modest midtown New York restaurant…

BECOME
A MEMBER

FGI KANSAS CITY

BECOME
AN FGI MEMBER

LEARN

Learn from contemporary, global influences and business information, industry sources and exclusive market data.

INCREASE YOUR INDUSTRY VISIBILITY

Increase your visibility in the competitive business environment and receive advantages for both you and your employees.

CONNECT

Connect with leaders and decision-makers in our global network of executives, entrepreneurs and professionals from every sector of the industry.

OUR SPONSORS