Style Your Career Miami Creative & Fashion Networking & Expert Panels

12355 Northeast 13th Avenue,North Miami FL 33161

13 January, 2023

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STYLE YOUR CAREER Looking to take your career to the next level in 2023? Join us at the inaugural Style Your Career event in Miami, a networking and goal-setting event featuring expert panels in creative careers, fashion, social media, and marketing. This Friday night happy hour is the perfect opportunity to make connections, learn insider tips, and focus on your goals for the new year. With the help of accomplished professionals and a supportive community, you can find a job you love, connect with others in the industry, and live the career of your dreams. Don't miss out on this transformational event! THE PANELS The Style Your Career panels will feature top industry professionals discussing fashion careers, creative careers, mentorship, and social media. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn from the best in the business and take their careers to the next level. Don't miss this exciting event in Miami! Fashion Careers: Presented by Fashion Happy HourAt the Style Your Career event, Fashion Happy Hour will be hosting a fashion panel featuring industry professionals who will be sharing their insights and experiences on navigating a career in fashion. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions, make connections, and learn valuable tips and strategies for success in the fashion industry. Fashion Happy Hour is a premier networking organization for fashion industry professionals. Founded in 2015 by fashion industry veteran, Natalie Loren Garcia, Fashion Happy Hour has established itself as a go-to destination for fashion professionals to connect, learn, and grow their careers. Learn from the best in the business and take your career to the next level! Social Media Careers PanelThe Social Media Careers Panel will be moderated by Lauren Jordan, an award-winning Digital Marketing Director and Social Media expert. The panel will be a valuable resource for those interested in starting a career in social media, whether as a social media marketer for a brand, an influencer, or a digital marketer. The panelists will share insider secrets on how to propel your career and will provide insights into the latest emerging trends in the field for 2023. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your career to the next level, this panel is not to be missed. Creative Careers Panel: Presented by Black Box Media MiamiThe Creative Careers Panel, moderated by Ruben Lopez, CEO and Founder of Black Box Media and Vagalume Productions, will feature experts in the creative, photography, videography, and design industries. Esteemed fashion photographer Lyall Aston will join the panel to share their insights on the constantly evolving creative industry and how social media is impacting the way we create and share content. The panelists will provide valuable advice and guidance for those interested in starting a career in these fields and will discuss the latest trends and emerging technologies in the industry. Whether you're an aspiring photographer, videographer, designer, or simply have a passion for all things creative, this panel is a must-see for anyone looking to jumpstart their career in the industry. THE VENUE: BLACK BOX MEDIA MIAMIOur venue is set at the brand-new Black Box Media Miami location, a 4400 Square feet high roof, open space facility made for video productions, photoshoots, and digital content creation. *Black Box Media Miami is located at 12355 NE 13th Ave Unit #403-404, North Miami, FL 33161 and please not to go to Black Box Studios. Order a craft brew in between panels next door at Época taproom, an elegant and approachable atmosphere serving from their 7-barrel system cranking out beers on the premise. ABOUT STYLE YOUR CAREER Style Your Career® was created with one simple purpose, to help inspire the next generation of incredible creative leaders. Find all of the resources you need in one place to launch your career in the fashion industry. Enjoy insider tips, common mistakes, inspiration, and advice from accomplished professionals. Style Your Career started as a passion project in 2017 and has now blossomed into a seminar series for college students and, in 2023, an event series intended to refine the outdated concept of job fairs. If you are based in Miami and the South Florida area, we are here to support you in creating the career of your dreams! THE EXPERTS We have a lineup of incredible experts in the fashion, creative, and marketing industries. These panelists will share their insights and experiences, providing valuable guidance and inspiration to attendees looking to advance their careers. The event panels will feature acclaimed industry experts, including Shantall Lacayo, fashion designer and winner of season 19 of Project Runway, Lyall Aston, renowned fashion photographer, Natalie Loren Garcia, CEO of Fashion Happy Hour, Lauren Jordan, a social media marketing expert, and Ruben Lopez, CEO, and Founder of Black Box Media and Vagalume Productions. Sarah AkibaCelebrity stylist and creative director, founder of AWOM & AWOM Lab. Website: www.soakiba.com & www.awomlab.com IG: @SOAKIBA Born in the fashion capital of Paris, France, celebrity stylist Sarah Akiba has been bathed in the world of style since birth. Her parents, both global antique collectors and designers, instilled a love of simplicity and attention to detail in the young aesthete, whose inspiration ranges from textures, colors, and the world around her. Sarah has quickly gained a reputation in the global styling scene for creating unexpected sartorial combinations that tell a story, and is happiest creating sustainable pieces from scratch to achieve her exact vision. She has styled for the red carpet, the Grammys stage, music videos, and editorial shoots, as well as provided creative direction for Séssi’s music videos “En Tu Piel” and “Deja Que Te Lleve”, with notable clients including Jhay Cortez, Lele Pons, Justin Quiles, Guayanaa, Tito El Bambino, Young Thug, Lil Uzi Vert, Brytiago, Dasha Polanko, Yes Julz, and more. Her work has been featured in Vogue, Ocean Drive Magazine, Miami Magazine, Galore Magazine, People en Español, and Plum Magazine. Following the painful passing of her father, the University of Miami graduate founded AWOM (Angel Watching Over Me) a nonprofit foundation aimed at bringing together individuals who have lost loved ones through a community of support. Through the foundation, she hosts a weekly support group for young girls where they discuss mental health, body image, friendship, and confidence and provide essential supplies for success both inside and outside the classroom. As an extension of her personal brand, Sarah has launched a monthly Woman’s Dinner series, which brings together bright feminine minds for one night and, much like her styling work, spares no detail to achieve a cohesive and unforgettable experience. Sarah also serves as the CEO for AWOM Lab, a photography studio and creative agency where she houses her extensive collection of upcycled clothing. Her Miami-based team allows Sarah to work on multiple projects at once, whether her talents have been requested in Los Angeles, New York, Paris, Puerto Rico, or the Dominican Republic. Lyall AstonRenowned Fashion PhotographerWebsite: www.LyallAstonPhoto.com IG: @LyallAston Lyall Aston is a highly skilled fashion photographer with over 20 years of experience in the industry. He has worked with a number of well-known brands, and his work has been featured in prestigious publications such as Elle, Fantastics, Worth Avenue Magazine, and Boca Raton Magazine. Lyall has also worked with a range of clients, including Lacoste, Guess, Free People, Macy's, Kensie, Justice, Vilebrequin, and Monat Global. In addition to his commercial work, Lyall has had the opportunity to photograph celebrities such as Kendall Jenner and Brooklyn Decker. Lyall believes that the purpose of fashion photography is to sell clothes and products, and to create a mood or atmosphere through the image. He is inspired by the intersection of fashion, art, and history and aims to use his photographs to express ideas about identity, self-image, and socio-political forces. As a photographer, Lyall emphasizes the importance of having a skilled eye and the ability to capture moments effectively rather than relying solely on advanced photography equipment. He believes that fashion photography requires effective communication and uses his lens to draw attention to clothes and accessories. Shantall LacayoFounder & Fashion Designer of SHANTALL, Winner of Season 19 of Project Runway Website: www.Shantall.com IG: @shantalllacayo Shantall Lacayo is the designer behind SHANTALL, an international brand that celebrates Latin American heritage, pop culture, sharp tailoring, and fun color combinations. The brand was founded in 2010 and has been dedicated to raising awareness of the beauty and history of Latin American makers while also embracing modernity, art, and nostalgia. Each piece is designed by Lacayo and handmade by a team of talented women in the company's workshop in Managua, using local artisans to create unique details such as wooden buttons and embellishments. SHANTALL recently won the 19th edition of Project Runway and has been featured in various international media outlets, including ELLE, Harper's Bazaar Argentina, Vogue Mexico & Latin America, and People en español. Lacayo was raised in a family of artists, with her mother owning an art gallery and her father being a painter, both of whom have been influential in the brand's artistic direction. Natalie Loren GarciaFounder & CEO, Fashion Happy Hour & Director of the Fashion Department and Fashion Club at Hialeah Gardens High School Website: www.FashionHappyHour.com IG: @FashionHappyHour Natalie Loren Garcia is a highly successful fashion industry professional and entrepreneur. In 2016 Natalie became Fashion Happy Hour's CEO; under her leadership, the company has experienced continued growth and success. In this role, she helps to connect brands and influencers and create content strategies for memorable networking, shopping, and chic cocktail experiences. In addition to her role at Fashion Happy Hour, Natalie also serves as the Director of the Fashion Department and Fashion Club at Hialeah Gardens High School. Natalie is a talented stylist and has been published in magazines, including Fantastics and Venice magazine. She has also had the opportunity to work with major brands, including Monat Global & Ela. With her passion for the fashion industry and her creativity and drive, Natalie has established herself as a leading figure in the industry. Ruben LopezCEO, and Founder of Black Box Media and Vagalume ProductionsWebsite: www.blackboxmediamiami.com IG: @BlackBoxMediaMiami Ruben Lopez is a renowned digital content creator and filmmaker passionate about capturing the world around him. As the founder and CEO of Black Box Media Miami and Vagalume Productions, he has worked with prestigious brands such as Givenchy, Louis Vuitton, Kia, and Monat, showcasing his exceptional skills in photography and film. In addition to his successful career in the media industry, Ruben is also a partner in Black Box Studios Miami, a dance studio and creative space that nurtures the talents and passions of dancers, performers, movers, and creative minds of all ages. Known for his creativity and entrepreneurial spirit, Ruben is globally-minded and takes his cameras wherever he goes. Ashlee RzyczyckiProgram Director and Assistant Professor of Fashion Merchandising at St. Thomas UniversityWebsite: www.STU.edu/fashion Linkedin: Ashlee Rzyczycki Ashlee Rzyczycki is the Program Director and Assistant Professor of Fashion Merchandising at St. Thomas University in Miami Gardens, FL, who coordinated the first Bachelor of Arts in Fashion Merchandising at the University. Ashlee is a qualified professor and holds a Master of Arts degree in Clothing, Textiles, and Interiors from the University of Akron and a Bachelor of Science degree in Fashion Merchandising with a concentration in business from Mercyhurst University. Ashlee truly believes in the mission at St. Thomas University to develop ethical leaders for a global community. Before joining St. Thomas University, professor Rzyczycki worked for various higher education institutions, including Mercyhurst University, Ohio State University, University of Kentucky, and Kentucky Wesleyan College. After a successful career as a consultant and program director working with various organizations in the business sector, Professor Rzyczycki now teaches and advises students on achieving success in the Fashion Industry. Currently, she is working toward a Doctorate in Ethical Leadership at St. Thomas University. Ashlee serves as Vice-Chair of the St. Thomas University Faculty Senate and is part of the programming with Fashion Group International South Florida Chapter. When she is not teaching, Ashlee enjoys conducting curriculum development assessment, community outreach, and researching sustainability issues in the fashion industry MEET THE FOUNDERKathleen Ross, Founder and CEO of Style Your Career®, is a Chief Marketing Officer with over 15 years of experience building and leading innovative marketing campaigns for iconic brands. She has received numerous awards for her creative work, including a Gold Addy Award and a Dieline Award for luxury packaging. During her tenure at Modern Luxury®, Kathleen managed marketing efforts for brands such as Oscar de la Renta, Vera Wang, and Kettle One, and has worked with retailers such as Macy's and Neiman Marcus while leading the in-house agency for The Richline Group®, a Berkshire Hathaway company. She has also held leadership positions at Monat Global®, where she helped grow the brand to be the #1 Premium Haircare Brand in the world, and Sugarbear Vitamin Care®, the World's First Plant-Based Hair Vitamin Gummy Bear™. In addition to her professional achievements, Kathleen is dedicated to philanthropy and serves on the See The World Education board and volunteers for Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. She founded Style Your Career, a seminar series for college students and an event series designed to modernize the traditional job fair concept. As the host of the Style Your Career Event, Kathleen will be sharing her expertise and insights with attendees. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from Kathleen and other industry experts at the Style Your Career Event! FAQSWhere is the event being held? The event is being held at Black Box Media Miami, located at 12355 NE 13th Ave Unit #403-404, North Miami, FL 33161. Please be sure to go to Black Box Media Miami and not Black Box Studios. Who is the event for? The Style Your Career event is for anyone looking to take their career to the next level and make connections in the creative, fashion, social media, and marketing industries. It is open to people of all levels of experience and is intended for networking and facilitating cross-generational conversations. How much does it cost to attend the event? The cost of the ticket is $20 and it is non-refundable. This fee covers access to the event and all of the expert panels at the event. Is parking available at the event? There is limited parking available at the event, so ride sharing is encouraged. Will there be drinks available at the event? Yes, Época taproom will have drinks available for purchase. You can enjoy a craft brew in between panels or relax and socialize with other attendees at the taproom. Will there be food available at the event? Yes, there will be a Peruvian fusion restaurant with food available for purchase. The restaurant will have a variety of dishes to choose from, so you can grab a bite to eat while networking and learning from our expert panelists. Do I have to be actively job seeking to attend the event? No, the event is open to people of all levels of experience and is intended for networking and facilitating cross-generational conversations. Whether you are just starting your career or are a seasoned professional, there will be something for everyone at the event.