Mr Novel Fergus, Founder of YACK Studio (second from left); Mr Joe Wong, Founder of POPCORN (second from right); Ms Tracy Wong, Gerneral Manager of POPCORN (first from left); Dr Magnum Lam, Assistant Professor, SFT
Mr Kusaka Naoto, Brand Director of Wild Things Japan (right)
Mr Keith Murray and Mr Hanni EI Khatib, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Creative Officer of HUF
Mr Tiab Yung, Founder of 1997’s
The ProFashion Master Talk Series was initiated by STORE by PolyU Fashion, and it received support from the School's Teaching and Learning Grant as well as a local street fashion label, POPCORN. The series aim to provide students with new perspectives and the latest information covering fashion entrepreneurship, cultures, trends and business practices. Since its introduction in July 2022, SFT has invited nine fashion industry experts to share their insights and ideas with students, including:
- Mr Eric So, Creative Director of Papamamason
- Mr Keith Murray and Mr Hanni EI Khatib, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Creative Officer of HUF
- Mr Tiab Yung, Founder of 1997’s
- Mr Novel Fergus, Artist and Founder of Yack Studio
- Mr Kusaka Naoto, Brand Director of Wild Things Japan
- Mr Junjiro Kaneko, Founder of Lafayette
- Mr Julius Brian Siswojo, Founder of 8Five2
- Mr Ryo Ishikawa, Founder of #FR2
- Mr Josh Ryan, Co-founder and Head Designer of NINEpointNINE
Through video interviews and guest talks, students were given different platforms and opportunities to engage with industry experts and better understand the industry.
SFT is committed to providing students with a comprehensive fashion education that goes beyond traditional classroom learning. By highlighting industry experts, SFT aims to inspire students and provide them with the knowledge and skills required to succeed in the ever-evolving fashion industry.
