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FriDAY, SepteMBER 26, 2025
In-PERSON

CLO Summit
New York

Join us for CLO Summit New York 2025, where we’ll share our blueprint for success. See firsthand our vision for the fashion industry as we’ll equip and empower you to drive positive change. We’re here to listen too - help us help you. Let’s win the future, together.

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Learn & Do

Upgrade your CLO skills & get actionable insights from our team of 3D design and implementation experts. Connect with industry peers with solutions to problems that you're facing as a team.

Be Inspired

See how your feedback & input will shape CLO's development roadmap. Hear from 3D thought leaders on major industry shifts and what you can do to improve & thrive.

Who it's for

For CLO Users

Take advantage of this unique opportunity to connect and network with fellow CLO enthusiasts, and join us for interactive workshops to elevate your CLO skills to new heights! Don’t miss this chance to grow, connect, and be inspired!

For Management

You will have the opportunity to learn from the CLO team and industry peers on how to implement CLO successfully!  Discover effective ways to overcome common roadblocks, and walk away with actionable strategies that you can apply within your organization.

For Leadership

Gain insights into the CLO's roadmap to help you stay ahead of the curve in the ever-evolving landscape of 3D Design, learn how to maximize the return on investment from your CLO initiatives, ensure that your organization reaps the full benefits of CLO, and unlock exclusive access to other c-levels in the same space.

Schedule

subject to change - please check often back for updates!
Friday, September 26, 2025 CLO Summit New York
9:00AM

Arrivals

Doors open at 9AM. Collect your CLO swag, grab some breakfast and catch up & mingle with CLO staff & industry contacts.

9:45 AM - 10:00 AM

Welcome to the Blueprint

The CLO team welcomes you to New York! We're excited to share the Blueprint for your success in 3D implementation.

Keynote Hall (FL 2)
Presentation
10:00 AM - 10:40 AM

The Hugo Boss Co-Creation Playbook

Sebastian Berg, VP Business Excellence, Hugo Boss

Be inspired by an inside look at Hugo Boss, who leveraged the power of 3D to streamline their design pipeline from concept to creation.

Keynote Hall (FL 2)
Presentation
10:50 AM - 11:20 AM

Beyond the Render: DPC Success Strategies

Shannon Moulden, Athleta
Erika Smallridge, L.L. Bean


Learn from seasoned CLO pros on big opportunities, common pitfalls and things to look out for as you navigate your 3D implementation journey for your brands.

Keynote Hall (FL 2)
Panel
Brand x Vendor
10:50 AM - 11:20 AM

Preparing Students for the Industry

Katie Beaton, Joe Fresh
Devina Lalla, SCAD
Tatee Sakr, Parsons School of Design


Insights and expertise from industry professionals actively involved in hiring students out of design schools and academic institutions from around the world.

Hub 1 (FL 2)
Panel
Academics
Students
10:50 AM - 11:20 AM

Vendor Collaboration Workflow Demo

Emily MacLeod, CLO

Learn directly from the CLO’s team of experts on how your teams can maximize the power & potential of CLO & CLO-SET for close collaboration.

Hub 3 (FL 2)
Demo
10:50 AM - 11:50 AM

Elevate Your Technical Design Workflow in CLO

Follow along Skill-up session for deepening your Technical Design CLO Workflow, leaving you with practical skills, renewed confidence, and a clear path forward from Fitting to Grading, & more.

Hub 3 (FL 2)
Workshop
11:20 AM - 11:50 AM

Creative Confidence in CLO: a Joe Fresh Approach

Alexandra Sinopoli, Joe Fresh

Learn how teams can spark innovation, tackle common challenges, drive cross-functional impact, and support lasting adoption through shared goals and collaboration.

Keynote Hall (FL 2)
Presentation
11:20 AM - 11:50 AM

Inside Successful Vendor Partnerships

Sriram S. Paidi, Aquarelle India
Henry Wong, AGI Denim
Amber Isaac, Artistic Milliners

A candid discussion on what it REALLY takes to succeed in 3D implementation. The panelists will share tips and tricks to sidestep common roadblocks, foster better communication and explain why lone-wolf management fails when building for scale.

Hub 1 (FL 2)
Panel
Brand x Vendor
11:20 AM - 11:50 AM

What Makes a Great Render?

Milena Gardin, CLO

Want to learn how to create great renders using CLO? This is the session for you. CLO's D&I Specialists share tips & tricks, and answer questions from you AMA-style.

Hub 2 (FL 2)
Presentation
12:00PM - 1:00PM

Lunch Break + Vendor Expo

Join us in the Expo Hall on FL 1 for lunch, where the Vendor Expo will be live - meet with vetted suppliers and partners from around the world with advanced CLO experience and expertise.

Expo Hall (FL 1)
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

What's Been Cooking at CLO

Following lunch, join CLO Virtual Fashion CEO Simon Kim as he shares major news & updates from around the world, as well as our vision for the path forward for the industry + the 3D community.

Keynote Hall (FL 2)
Presentation
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM

The Gap 3D Onboarding Blueprint

Karen Spadaro, Gap

Learn from Gap on how to set teams up for success during 3D onboarding. Their secret? A solid plan.

Keynote Hall (FL 2)
Panel
2:10 PM - 2:40 PM

Trax’s Secrets to Success

Francis G. Dionco, Product Development & Virtual / Design Manager, TRAX Group

Experience co-creation in action from a well-implemented CLO vendor & see how their approach can help & inspire you to achieve success.

Keynote Hall (FL 2)
Presentation
2:10 PM - 2:40 PM

Designer Workflow Demo

Lindsay Laffoon, CLO

Follow along Skill-up session to learn how to level up your CLO workflow by integrating the latest tools and features, and leave with practical techniques, fresh inspiration, and a sharper digital edge.

Hub 1 (FL 2)
Demo
Meet CLO Experts
2:10 PM - 2:40 PM

Maximize your CLO Assets

Emily MacLeod, CLO

Follow along in this skill-up session to unlock the full potential of CLO files and libraries, by learning best practices for setup and asset management to streamline your workflow across teams.

Hub 2 (FL 2)
Demo
Meet CLO Experts
2:10 PM - 3:10 PM

Integrate New & AI-Powered Features into your Design Workflow

Hands-on workshop for designers looking to integrate the latest (and greatest!) CLO features into their existing workflows, including CLO AI Studio, the 3D pen tool, seamless blocking, and many more.

Hub 3 (FL 2)
Workshop
2:40 PM - 3:10 PM

Real Talk: The 3D Implementation Journey

Paige Regan, Spirit Halloween
Kayla Woehr, New Balance

Learn from seasoned CLO pros on big opportunities, common pitfalls and things to look out for as you navigate your 3D implementation journey for your brands.

Keynote Hall (FL 2)
Panel
3:20 PM - 3:50 PM

Making it as a Digital Fashion Freelancer

Trudy Gardner, Wayfinder 3D
Laura Senkute, Senk Design
Leila Nyberg McAleer, Freelance Designer

Hear from three of today’s leading freelance CLO creators in this group panel. Discussing their journey, creative breakthroughs, and unlocking new career opportunities, you’ll get an inside look at how CLO has transformed their work.

Hub 1 (FL 2)
Panel
3:20 PM - 3:50 pm

The Roadmap Ahead

Phoebe Gatta, R&D Global UX Research/Design, CLO

A showcase of CLO's latest AI features from our latest release, as well as our stance + roadmap for the AI-enabled journey ahead.

Keynote Hall (FL 2)
Presentation
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

CLO Expo and Happy Hour

Join us for food & drinks as you discover actionable strategies & explore our expo booths to form your blueprint for success! Plus, we'll have exciting games and activities as you network with your fellow CLO pros. Did we mention we'll have prizes?

Expo Hall (FL 1)
Brand x Vendor
Meet CLO Experts

Speakers

Simon Kim
CEO
CLO Virtual Fashion
Karen Spadaro
VP Supply Chain Strategy
Gap Inc.
Sebastian Berg
VP Business Ops Excellence
Hugo Boss
Alexandra Sinopoli
Director of Business Transformation
Joe Fresh
Amber Isaac
Global Director DPC
Artistic Milliners & SFI Studio
Caroline Bauer
Team Leader, Digital Creation, Hugo Boss
Shannon Moulden
Director, Digital Product Creation
Athleta
Henry Wong
VP Product Development and Marketing
AGI Denim
Kayla Woehr
3D Visualization Manager
New Balance
Francis G. Dionco
Product Development & Virtual / Design Manager
TRAX Group
Paige Regan
3D Design Manager
Spirit Halloween
Sriram S. Paidi
Senior Manager, Digital Product
Aquarelle India
Katie Beaton
Senior Manager, Technical Design
Joe Fresh
Erika Smallridge
Senior 3D Apparel Designer
L.L. Bean
Tatee Sakr
Adjuct Professor
Parsons School of Design
Devina Lalla
Professor of Fashion
Savannah College of Art and Design
Trudy Gardner
3D Intimates Designer & Founder
Wayfinder 3D
Leila Nyberg McAleer
3D Pattern Maker & Tailor
Laura Sekute
3D Fashion Designer & Founder, SENK DESIGN
Courtney Agnes
Director, Business Development
CLO Virtual Fashion
Ryan Lee-Teng
VP Business Development, Americas
CLO Virtual Fashion
Jessica Tenczar
3D Design & Implementation Lead
CLO Virtual Fashion
Joy Douglas
3D Design & Implementation Lead
CLO Virtual Fashion
Phoebe Gatta
Global UX Research / Design Lead
CLO Virtual Fashion
Jim Simon
Academic Lead, US & Canada
CLO Virtual Fashion

Be there.

People from these organizations attend CLO Summit. Will you?

What last year's attendees said...

"After spending so much time on my own working in CLO, following YouTube videos, attending courses from CLO etc. This experience of being able to attend the Summit made me feel part of something bigger."
"It was incredible, so well organized, such good energy all around.  I can't say enough good things, the opportunity to connect with other CLO users and the CLO team. It really made me feel part of the community, but more than that its a community I'm proud to be part of."
"Overall, the CLO Summit was a great experience. Very excited to bring new knowledge back to my team. Very impressed by the warm welcome and the enthusiasm the CLO team has for what they do."

Your questions answered

When is the conference?
CLO Summit New York will take place on Friday, September 26, 2025.
Where is the venue?
We'll be hosting the event at Convene 225 Liberty at Brookfield Place.
Are meals included?
Yes, light breakfast and lunch will be included. We'll also host a happy hour at the end of the day with lite bites and drinks! Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions during your registration.
What should I wear for this event? Is there a dress code?
No strict dress code - we recommend something comfortable for the day - probably business casual.
Can I register for my whole team?
No, each attendee must register seperately.
Is the whole event in-person? Are there any virtual parts?
There will be no virtual components for this event. Please join us in person!
Can I bring my luggage to the venue?
Space will be limited, so we recommend you leave your luggage at your hotel/accommodation.
Are invites/registrations transferrable?
Unfortunately the event is invite-only - you should have received an invitation from CLO. Please contact your CLO representative if you have questions about your invite.