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Programs
Dorothy Fuller
Mentoring Program With Dorothy Fuller
What is the Mentoring Program?
The Apparel Industry Board, Inc. is a Delegate Agency of the City of Chicago, Department of Planning and Development that assists the Greater Chicago design community. Dorothy Fuller, President of the Apparel Industry Board, Inc., has founded a mentoring program in which she helps designers on a daily basis, in all facets of the sewn products industry, to start and maintain their businesses. This consulting service takes you through the manufacturing process from A-Z, dealing with numerous Chicago based support companies (contractors, pattern makers, fabric sourcing, etc).
What is the Cost of the Program?
The initial meeting is $100.00 for AIBI members and $150.00 for non members. Each meeting for consultation thereafter is $50.00 - $100.00, depending on the time and attention needed for each specific project. This service covers assistance regarding your business plan, competitive costing of your product, sourcing, manufacturers/contractors/sample-makers, and much more.
Contact?
For further information about the program and for appointments with Dorothy Fuller, please call Lauren Wyka at (312) 923-9072. The office is located on the 6th floor, Suite 690, of the Apparel Center at 350 N. Orleans St. directly across from the Merchandise Mart. Office hours are from 9am to 5pm, Monday through Friday.
