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WRAP is an independent, non-profit organization dedicated to the certification of lawful, humane and ethical manufacturing throughout the world. Many manufacturers have commented that WRAP has not only resulted in more reliable social compliance, but has contributed to greater productivity, lower turnover, improved communications between management and employees, safer working conditions and improved morale. Today, WRAP is being recognized by many retailers and manufacturers as the most reliable, yet economically efficient factory compliance system to assure lawful, ethical and humane manufacturing.

Online since 1998, WeConnectFashion is a leading business-to-business service provider to the international fashion trade. WeConnectFashion serves fashion industry sales and business development professionals with marketing services that connect buyers and suppliers, along with products for assessing industry opportunities.

Messe Frankfurt is Germany's leading trade fair organiser, with 450 million euros in sales in 2010 and more than 1,770 employees worldwide. The Messe Frankfurt Group has a global network of 28 subsidiaries, five branch offices and 52 international Sales Partners, giving it a presence for its customers in more than 150 countries. Events "made by Messe Frankfurt" take place at more than 30 locations around the globe. In 2010, Messe Frankfurt organised 88 trade fairs, of which more than half took place outside Germany. Messe Frankfurt's exhibition grounds, featuring 578,000 square metres, are currently home to ten exhibition halls and an adjacent Congress Center. The company is publicly owned, with the City of Frankfurt holding 60 percent and the State of Hesse 40 percent. The North American headquarters in Atlanta produces trade shows in the USA, Canada and Mexico across various industries.

Textile Quarterly (TQ) is a quarterly publication of Consumer and Media Intelligence. TQ aims to establish itself as the world's preeminent textile magazine; publishing cutting-edge, authoritative thinking on the key issues facing executives in the global textile and apparel industries.

IQONS is the world’s largest network of creatives and professionals in fashion. Their members include designers, models, photographers, hair and makeup artists, stylists, bloggers, retailers, PRs, show producers, magazines, and manufacturers. From the world’s most famous designers to students who are just starting their fashion career, IQONS provides a platform for their members to share their work, build professional relationships, and friendships.

The Fashion Business, Inc. 501(c)(3) provides the Fashion Industry with the resources and training to turn businesses into a profitable reality. FBI Resource Centers, along with their website and business partners, offer our members business education, technical training, sourcing, networking, marketing, and consulting services. These services promote the success of FBI members and insure the future vibrancy of America's fashion industry.