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The show where fashion industry experts share what NOT to do. Tukatalks is hosted by Ram Sareen, the Founder of Tukatech. The show features discussions between apparel professionals about their experiences breaking into the industry, their successes and shortcomings, new ideas they have for the industry, and more!
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Tell us what you think! (SMS) Beena Miriam Scheer chats with Javier Fernández Poyo on Tukatalks. In this episode, Javier shares how to get out of your comfort zone, how to strategically implement technology for the benefit of your customers, and how to be humble, above all. Javier Fernández Poyo is an innovation expert with more than 15 years of experience in the retail sector. He is co-founder of Vangelis Tech Missions, to support and help the ecosystem in Cuba and the Caribbean in its devel...
Tell us what you think! (SMS) Joie Rucker, Owner of JDV Consulting, joins Ram Sareen on Tukatalks to discuss how to successfully grow a fashion business, the importance of communication in fashion design, and the need to bring back amazing customer experiences in store and online. Joie Rucker has been a leader and entrepreneur in the fashion industry for many years and continues to build her ongoing track record of success through deep knowledge and continuous learning. She trained and thriv...
Tell us what you think! (SMS) Ram Sareen built his fashion technology company, Tukatech, on unlimited training, support, and engineering. Training was not just for the CAD operators who would do their daily work on the software, but also for middle and senior management to know what kind of information they could expect from the software. Unfortunately, as management at apparel companies changes, their training has been lost and businesses are suffering as a result. This episode of Tukatalks...
Tell us what you think! (SMS) In this unique episode of Tukatalks, Ram Sareen shares some of his personal health journey, his philosophy when starting Tukatech, and why he believes that family owned businesses are more resilient than public companies. Toward the end, Sareen shares clips submitted by Tukatech employees sharing how they have grown during their time with the company. Ram Sareen started his fashion technology company, Tukatech, after a short-lived early retirement. At age 45, he...
Tell us what you think! (SMS) Beena Miriam Scheer interviews Paola Cirelli on Tukatalks. In this episode, Paola shares why sustainability must include respect for people, what can be learned from living in an unstable economic climate, and why it's vital for fashion schools to show students the realities of the fashion industry before they graduate. Tukatalks is the show where fashion industry experts share what NOT to do. WATCH with English subtitles: https://youtu.be/pOxUii159lI EPISODE ...
Tell us what you think! (SMS) How can apparel businesses think about artificial intelligence, when so many have yet to successfully integrate virtual technology into their product development? If you are still making physical samples after adding 3D to your fashion design process, you need to reevaluate your 3D system and how you use it. Ram Sareen outlines four things every apparel business must look for when considering 3D fashion technology: digital patterns, 3D fit models, digital cloth,...
Tell us what you think! (SMS) Renée T. Bavineau joins Ram Sareen to discuss why clothes don't fit, and what fashion brands can do to fix it. They cover problems defining the right base size, antiquated grading practice, fitting on mannequins, and more. Renée is a retail veteran who has dedicated her career to fit and sizing. In 2004, she founded Raise The Bar RTB LLC where she partners and strategizes with brands to implement innovative business models that are efficient, inclusive and susta...
Tell us what you think! (SMS) In response to Stefano Aldighieri's Open Letter to Gap, Inc. Ram Sareen and Sal Minicucci began reminiscing about the iconic American brand, and in particular the Gap 1969 jeans designed by Adriano Goldschmied, launched in 1999. Along with Jae Chung -- a denim finishings expert who happened to be visiting the Tukatech office -- Ram and Sal discuss what made these jeans so special, and why denim in general is such an enticing artistic medium. EPISODE LINKS:...
Tell us what you think! (SMS) Adriano Goldschmied, the 'Godfather of Denim' joins Ram Sareen to share his secret to creating must-have denim brands, why denim is such a creative medium, and how to get the right people to buy your product. Adriano Goldschmied earned his 'Godfather' title from working for nearly 50 years in the denim industry. In his long career he has pioneered many new techniques and styles which are still popular today, but the most notable contribution is revolutionizing h...
Tell us what you think! (SMS) Prof. Dr. Gerrit Heinemann is Professor of Business Administration, Management and Commerce as well as founder and head of the eWeb Research Center at Niederrhein University of Applied Sciences. He is one of the most distinguished retail experts in the German-speaking world. Heinemann has 20 years of commercial experience, in every position from apprentice to CEO of a European retail group, and is now one of the leading e-commerce researchers. In addition ...
Tell us what you think! (SMS) Alison A. Nieder joins Ram Sareen to discuss journalism in the fashion industry, the best and worst of apparel business practices, and the future of manufacturing while balancing automation and human input. Alison is co-founder of creative content agency Interesting Monster Media. She has more than 25 years experience in the apparel industry, including covering all aspects of apparel design, production and marketing as the executive editor of California Apparel ...
Tell us what you think! (SMS) Paul Guez joins Ram Sareen, the host of Tukatalks, to share how he got into the denim business, how the fashion industry has changed during his decades-long career, and what denim entrepreneurs need to know before they get into the business. Paul Guez became “the denim guy” when he collaborated with designer Maurice Sasson to create the brand, Sasson Jeans. Known for their vibrant commercials and catchy tagline — Oo La La! Sasson — Sasson became a coveted fashio...
Tell us what you think! (SMS) Sewn products manufacturers box themselves into thinking they are "pants manufacturers," or "dress manufacturers," or "shirt manufacturers." The reality is that most products require similar processes, people, and equipment to manufacture. Clothing businesses in Canada must be versatile manufacturers, due to the relatively small population size spread across a large geographical area. This requires innovative process engineering to adapt the same people and mach...
Tell us what you think! (SMS) Ram Sareen talks to long-time friend Joe Ganete. When he took over his father's grading business as a young adult, he never dreamed he would spend 20 years as an expert apparel grader. He was an early adopter of computerized grading and marking. In 1990 he developed a 10-lesson video course to teach his team and the industry the proper methods and techniques of apparel grading. Ganete left the apparel industry to pursue his lifelong dream of being a police offic...
Tell us what you think! (SMS) Demand manufacturing doesn't have to mean "made-to-order," or "small batch." Rather, keeping inventory digital until a customer order comes through actually allows fashion businesses to offer MORE options (colors, sizes, etc.) for their products, without maintaining physical inventory. Ram Sareen explains how attention to fit inspired the concept of demand manufacturing in the apparel industry back in 2012. If you love Tukatalks, please leave us a five star revi...
Tell us what you think! (SMS) For many fashion businesses, MRP simply means calculating approximately how much fabric is required, adding a margin on top of that, then booking the fabric order. Marker making is seen as a parallel, but separate process, and little thought is given to the handling of the fabric in the cutting room. Instead, apparel companies should have a dedicated person whose sole responsibility is managing materials from planning to cutting. With proper implementation, your...
Tell us what you think! (SMS) For all the new technologies and buzzwords in the fashion industry, there are still too many samples and garments being made and later thrown away. Maybe an apparel business has implemented technology, but does that mean that they are really being innovative? Ram Sareen breaks down the difference between "renovating" an apparel business model and actually "innovating" with a new paradigm. He warns not to get too excited about fashion technology that fails to add...
Tell us what you think! (SMS) Fashion industry legend Walter Wilhelm joins Ram Sareen to discuss how the evolution of technology has enabled industry newcomers to start businesses with no baggage. Technology is a must for businesses who wish to operate local, on-demand, made to order, microfactories, or other agile manufacturing models. Tukatalks is the show where fashion industry experts share what NOT to do. EPISODE LINKS: WWA Advisors' Website: https://wwaadvisors.com/ If you love Tukata...
Tell us what you think! (SMS) Regardless of fashion category, consistent fit is essential for a brand to build customer trust and loyalty. The key to consistent fit? A good fit model. John Gallagher and Dale Noelle are two of the most prominent fit models in the fashion industry. You may not know their names, but if you're in the garment business you've probably used their body forms, measurements, or even 3D avatars. If you've ever worn Ralph Lauren, Michael Kors, Oscar de la Renta, Gap, C...
Tell us what you think! (SMS) The fashion industry has a not-so-glamorous, dirty little secret: fashion waste. Learn about the industry's waste problem and its potential solutions here. FOLLOW RAM SAREEN: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tukatech/ CONNECT: Website: tukatech.com/tukatalks YouTube: youtube.com/c/TUKATALKS Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the newsletter and get new episodes delivered right to your inbox. Tukatalks is the show where fashion industry experts share what NOT to do.
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