WWD Men’s Wear Summit Roster Expands

Several speakers have been added to the roster for the Men’s Wear Summit, scheduled to be held Thursday at the Asia Society in New York. Under Armour’s Glenn Silbert, senior vice president of men’s and youth apparel and accessories, will deliver a presentation on the Relentless Pursuit of Innovation, a key point of differentiation for the buzzy $3 billion activewear brand. In addition, Greg Petro, president and chief executive officer of First Insight Inc., will unveil the results from a consumer analysis the company conducted during Men’s Fashion Week in Milan. Another addition is Ali Asaria, founder and ceo of Tulip Retail, who will join Ethan Song, cofounder, ceo and creative director of Frank & Oak in a joint presentation that outlines Frank & Oak’s move from strictly an online men’s wear retailer to an omnichannel player with brick-and-mortar stores. The theme of this year’s event is “The New Dimension,” and speakers will assess, discuss and offer insights into the challenges and opportunities in today’s marketplace. Among the topics that will be covered are the explosion of street athleticism powered by culture and community; how made-to-measure and lifestyle branding are remaking tailored clothing; how retailers are reinvesting in their men’s businesses; the influence of

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