ABOUT CONNIE
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An educator, partner and community builder, Connie has over 30 years of garment industry experience managing production, merchandising, and sales. These experiences were gained at such companies as Esprit, Joannie Char, and Sourcing Partners, and through the successful founding and operation of Lewis & Lee, a nationally distributed line of infant apparel and accessories. She is a domestic and international consultant specializing in entrepreneurial start-ups and design based manufacturing.
As a member of the San Francisco State Community since 1997, she has served as a Department Chair and a Professor in the arena of Apparel Design & Merchandising where she engaged with students on topics integrating with the circular fashion industry within, visual merchandising & promotion, sustainable product development and the social psychology of clothing. She has collaborated with others in writing, speaking and video productions aimed at understanding the importance of textile and clothing products and the circular economy. Dr. Ulasewicz earned her BS in Education/Clothing and Textiles from Syracuse University, her MS in Historic Textiles from the University of Maryland, & her PhD in Human Development from Fielding Graduate University. |
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Professional Associations
Global Action Through Fashion - globalactionthroughfashion.org
Founded with the vision to create a more equitable and sustainable world through fashion, this non-profit organization provides education & informational resources for consumers, producers & fashion industry professionals. Connie is currently the Chair of the Board.
International Textile and Apparel Association - www.itaaonline.org
A professional, educational association composed of scholars, educators, and students in the textile, apparel, and merchandising disciplines in higher education, promoting discovery, and dissemination of knowledge. Connie is a past chair of the International Committee.
Educators for Socially Responsible Apparel Business - www.esrab.org
A collaborative learning community that fosters campus and community engagements that furthers social responsibility and sustainability in the apparel industry. Connie is an active participant.
American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences - www.aafcs.org
Provides leadership and support for professionals whose work assists individuals, families, and communities in making informed decisions about their well being, relationships, and resources to achieve optimal quality of life. Connie is a member.