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MAY
Think Global - In honour of ENERGY EFFICIENCY GLOBAL FORUM 2013, May 20-21st, share one of our tips that appear on our new blog with an international friend, family member, or associate to help save energy worldwide.

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BPW Business Incubator project providing online support to women in business anywhere in Australia
Would you like to access free mentoring and free business webinars to assist your business growth and development? Register at www.belmontbec.com/bpwbiform

Young Retailer Award 40th Anniversary
National Retail Association is celebrating 40th Anniversary of  Young Retailer of the Year Award, to recognise young retailers excelling in their field. Retailers must be under 25 years old to be eligible and Nominations close 24 May. Contact us for more details

Council of Fashion Designers of America Forms “Sustainability Committee”
The Council of Fashion Designers of America has tapped Loomstate’s Scott Mackinlay Hahn and jewellery designer Melissa Joy Manning as the co-chairs of its first-ever “sustainability committee.” The group will “foster and support sustainability measures in the fashion industry through mentorship, education and collaboration,” the not-for-profit trade association announced on Earth Day. These industry experts are committed to socially and environmentally restorative business practices and “lead the charge, with inspiring and empowering designers to take practical and prosperous steps toward sustainable design.

Hi-tech lingerie to help women fight sexual offences
Three automobile engineers from Chennai have developed lingerie called ‘Society Harnessing Equipment (SHE)’ having modules of GPS, which they claim are capable of sending alerts to the girl’s parents and police as soon as the sexual offenders try to attack her. The product with global system for mobile communications (GSM) and also pressure sensors, is capable of sending shock waves of 3,800 KV as well as alerts

Do you run a small business?
You can access Free online education program on Australia’s competition and consumer laws. Modules available online delivered by the ACCC. Visit www.ccaeducationprograms.org

Small businesses beware – don’t let scammers slip under your radar with invoices for unwanted services
Adepto admitted that they had made false and misleading representations in relation to advertising services that were never requested. Even if small businesses did not agree to take out an ad, Adepto posted them a copy of the ad as published in the publication and an invoice seeking payment. If the business did not pay, Adepto representatives made follow-up calls demanding payment for the unwanted and unordered ad. How these scams start: You receive a call from someone claiming to represent a business directory or publication you’ve never heard of... For more information on false billing scams and other scams targeting small businesses, visit the SCAMwatch small business scams section or contact us

STOCK REQUIRED
International Fashion Distributor is looking for current stock of dresses, pants, tops, shorts; preferred linens in whites & earthy colours; budget to mid-range; send contact details, prices, volume and pics to  carol.hanlon@tcfaustralia.com

'Live' Webinars - Online Training from your office or home
Improve your business skills to move into the new era of business!
13 May Developing Social Media policies for your business & staff
13 May Tips on using Social Media in your Business
13 May Creating Work-Life Balance Networking Event Bribie Island QLD
14 May Understanding Energy Use in your Business
14 May Interpreting your Business Energy Bills
14 May Pricing, Costing & Cash Flow
14 May TCF Australia Green Energy Ask An Expert Forum NSW Wollongong
14 May Email Hell to Email Heaven in 60 Minutes
14 May How to grow your Fashion Business Workshop NSW
14 May Marketing on a Budget
14 May BPW Networking Event - NSW
15 May Energy Efficiency Accreditation
15 May Buying and Selling a Small Business
15 May Make Customer Experience Your Competitive Edge
16 May Tips on Starting your own Fashion Label
16 May Be aware of Manufacturing Pitfalls
16 May TCF Australia Green Energy Ask An Expert Forum SA Adelaide
16 May Specification Sheets for Apparel Manufacture
16 May Quality Control in Apparel Manufacturing
16 May How to grow your Fashion Business Workshop - SA
16 May BPW Networking Event - SA
21 May Implementing Energy Efficiency at your Business
21 May Business Opportunities in Energy Efficient Innovation
21 May Writing Your Business Plan
21 May Tips for Building a Successful Business
22 May Self-managed Superfunds and Retirement Planning
22 May App Your Business
22 May Good Contracts Will Safeguard Your Business
23 May Preparing for a Trade Event
23 May What Buyers Are Really Looking For
23 May Dealing with Agents or Retailers
23 May Creating an Online Shop
28 May Understanding Energy Use in your Business
28 May Interpreting your Business Energy Bills
28 May Importing & Exporting
28 May Grow Your Business Strategically
29 May Energy Efficiency Accreditation
29 May Starting Your New Business Workshop
29 May Balancing Work & Life
30 May Fashioning Sustainability
To book for upcoming events visit www.tcfaustralia.com/calendar or contact us on 08 9479 3777. All our Webinars are live presentations that require you to have internet access with audio or can be accessed via telephone linkage.
Never attended a webinar? visit our user friendly guide available online

Kick start the new financial year with a business plan…
Plan for your success the next financial year with the Business.gov apps, developed by business experts. Create well-structured plans, tailored to your business that you can access anytime, anywhere. If you do not have an iPad join our Business Plan Webinar or contact our business experts at support@tcfaustralia.com

What is the Microenterprise Loan Program?

This Loan is an unsecured business loan for those that are unable to access mainstream business finance.  The key features: Loans from $500 to $20,000; Interest Rate of 5.99% fixed; Up to 3 years repayment history; 90 day interest and repayment free access period; For businesses with five or fewer employees. Contact Geoffrey for more info.

For more information on those topics or Business Assistance contact us: support@tcfaustralia.com

Hong Kong Fashion Week, 8-11 July
Join our TCF buying missions and you may be eligible to receive 3 nights free accommodation or travel subsidy.  Contact us for registration

India International Garment Fair, New Delhi, 15-17 July
Join our TCF buying mission and you may be eligible for airfare & accommodation sponsorship.  Contact us for registration

Taipei IN Style, Taiwan, 15-17 October
TCF Australia will be hosting designer exhibition stands and buying mission to this fashion trade event held in conjunction with the Taiwan Textile Federation Trade Expo.  Contact us to register your interest

PFDC Fashion Week, Lahore Pakistan
TCF Founder and CEO Carol Hanlon recently was a guest of PFDC Sunsilk Fashion Week, Lahore and report talented designers showing during the 4 day fashion week showing 50+ designers.  Highlights included Truck Art from Rizwan Beyg, superb print collections from Sania Maskatiya, oriental looks of Elan, art deco from Karma, celtic themes from Farad Hussayn, elegant prints from Nida Azwer, creative explosion of Ali Xeeshan and the finale pastel collectives of HSY to name just a few of the many highlights.  Pakistan Fashion Design Council will assist our TCF network members looking to source new exciting designers from Pakistan or locate new textiles, embellishments or manufacturers.  For further information contact carol.hanlon@tcfglobal.com

COMING SOON...
TCF Global will be co-ordinating a group designer exhibition at World Boutique Hong Kong, Jan 2014, applications forms will soon be available to reserve your space in our International Designer Showcase.

Interested in more Buying Missions... contact us to ensure you'll receive the News Update

SOURCING at MAGIC
is North America’s largest, most comprehensive sourcing event, reflecting the fashion supply chain at its most complete. Offering unmatched access to over 40 countries representing the world’s most important markets, SOURCING at MAGIC showcases more than 1100 apparel and accessories resources, conveniently merchandised by country and category: contract and original design manufacturers; fabric, trim and component suppliers; and service and technology providers. Watch the video of last edition of SOURCING at MAGIC http://www.magiconline.com/sourcing/video

Fast Fashion Lille, France, 5-6 June
The shows Collections & Tissu premier grouped in one event
www.eurovet.fr

Intertextile Shanghai Home Textile 27-29 August
More than just textiles - An evolution towards lifestyle shopping and the 'whole-home' design concept – contact us for further information on the International home textile event or visit 
www.intertextilehome.com

Fiji Fashion Week, 1-5 October 
Looking to link with designers and Fiji manufacturers, contact us for event activities and linkages

Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics, 21-24 October
China International Trade Fair for Apparel Fabrics and Accessories
www.messefrankfurt.com.hk

World Boutique, Hong Kong, 13-16 January 2014
TCF will be hosting designer exhibition stands and buying mission to this fashion trade event held in conjunction with Hong Kong Fashion Week.  Contact us to register your interest