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Schedule

Sunday, October 27
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm SMART Board of Directors Meeting
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm Welcome Reception

Monday, October 28
8:00 am – 9:00 am

Breakfast

Women of SMART Breakfast
9:00 am – 9:15 am Welcome – President
9:15 am – 10:00 am Nicole Kösegi
Management Consultant
Nicole Kösegi Solutions for Business
10:00 am – 10:15 am Refreshments and Networking Break
10:15 am – 11:00 am

The Reality of the Secondhand Clothes Trade in Ghana in a shifting global landscape
Speakers
Stephen T. Odonkor, Ph.D.
Senior Lecturer
Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA)

Marlvin Owusu
Executive Member of the Ghana Used Clothing Dealers Association
Importer of Second Hand Clothing
11:00 am – 11:15 am Refreshments and Networking Break
11:15 am – Noon

Spotlight on Kenya: National and International Challenges
Speakers
Teresiah Wairimu Njenga
Chairperson
Mitumba Consortium Association of Kenya (MCAK)

Martin Gitau
Associate Member
Mitumba Consortium Association of Kenya (MCAK)
Noon – 1:30 pm Lunch
1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Panel: Global Approaches to Sustainable Textiles and Circularity: Perspectives from Industry Leaders and Policy Advocates

Moderator:
Jessica Franken, SMART Director of Government Affairs

Panelists:
Sarah Coulter, U.S. Program Director, Accelerating Circularity
Beth Forsberg, Senior Vice President of Sustainability, Goodwill of Central and North Arizona
Martin Gitau, Director of Corporate Affairs, Baltic Textile Trading Company & Associate Member, MCAK
Nicole Kösegi, Management Consultant, Nicole Kösegi Solutions for Business
Dr. Stephen Odonker, Senior Lecturer, Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA)
Teresia Wairimu, Chairperson, Mitumba Consortium Association of Kenya (MCAK)
2:30 pm – 2:45 pm Open for Networking
2:45 pm – 3:45 pm Networking Event
Speed-Dating-Like with Prizes (with APP, Color code on name badge, TBD)
5:10 pm – 8:30 pm

Networking Reception and Dinner Boat Cruise
(Cost $50 per person)

Depart Hotel: 5:10 pm
Boarding Time: 5:30 pm
Cruising Time: 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Disembarking: 8:00 pm–8:30 pm 

Ahoy, SMART members! Get ready for an unforgettable networking experience aboard the Biscayne Lady luxury yacht, where Miami's high life meets networking in style. Enjoy cruising along the stunning Miami skyline, while mingling with SMART industry colleagues. This isn't just networking—it's networking with a view!

Whether you're looking to forge new business relationships or simply unwind in a luxurious setting, this event will provide for an evening of great company, food, drinks, and amazing views. Don't miss your chance to elevate your networking game on this yacht. Smooth sailing awaits—see you on board!

Tuesday, October 29
8:00 am – 9:00 am

Breakfast

Committees Breakfasts
9:00 am – 9:15 am MC/President Intro for the day
9:15 am – 10:00 am Industry Chapter Updates
10:00 am – 10:10 am Networking Break
10:10 am – 10:45 am SMART Family Feud
10:45 am – 11:00 am Networking Break
11:00 am – 11:45 am Legislative Affairs Update: Jessica Franken, SMART Director of Legislative Affairs
11:45 am – Noon Membership Awards, Interactive Planning Session for Dubai, and President’s Closing Remarks
Noon – 2:00 pm Lunch / Adjourn