2026 Regional Conference
Theme:
Fashion Marketing: Where Creativity Sets
the Trend
Join AMA at Indiana University for a day focused on fashion, marketing, creativity, and professional development.
Fashion is constantly evolving, and marketers must evolve with it. This year’s conference challenges students to think beyond current trends, embrace creativity, and help shape what comes next.
Friday, November 6, 2026 | Indiana University Bloomington
AMA at IU Members: $10 | Non-Members: $15
What to Expect
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Keynote speakers
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Fashion industry panels
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A recent graduate panel
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An interactive workshop
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Networking opportunities
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A case competition
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A closing reception
Conference Schedule
Time
9:00-10:00 AM.....................
10:00-10:45 AM..................................
11:00-11:45 AM.....................
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12:00-1:00 PM..............................
1:00-1:45 PM.......................
2:00-2:45 PM........
3:00-4:15 PM.........
4:30-5:30 PM....................
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Event
Breakfast & Networking
Keynote Speaker
What It’s Like to Work in Fashion - Recent Graduate Panel
Lunch & Networking
Keynote Speaker - Aimee Carroll, Legends Global
Fashion Industry Speaker Panel
Interactive Workshop with John Talbott & Dana
Closing Reception & Case Competition Awards
Conference Schedule
Time
9:00-10:00 AM.........................................................
10:00-10:45 AM......................................................................
11:00-11:45 AM..........................................................
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12:00-1:00 PM..................................................................
1:00-1:45 PM...........................................................
2:00-2:45 PM.............................................
3:00-4:15 PM.............................................
4:30-5:30 PM........................................................
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Event
Breakfast & Networking
Keynote Speaker
What It’s Like to Work in Fashion - Recent Graduate Panel
Lunch & Networking
Keynote Speaker - Aimee Carroll, Legends Global
Fashion Industry Speaker Panel
Interactive Workshop with John Talbott & Dana
Closing Reception & Case Competition Awards
Featured Speakers
Aimee Carroll - Legends Global
Confirmed keynote speaker.
Aalya Dhawan
Confirmed keynote speaker.
Allie Floros
Confirmed fashion industry panelist.
Additional speakers and recent graduates will join throughout the conference.
Case Competition
Students will also have the opportunity to participate in our Regional Conference Case Competition blending fashion, merchandising and sports marketing.
Case presentations will take place the morning of the conference, with winners announced during the closing reception.
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A CASH PRIZE will be awarded to the top three teams.
Closing Reception
End the day by networking with attendees, speakers,
and special guests.
The reception will include remarks from Matt Weingarden, VP of Community for AMA, members of the IU Marketing Department, and the announcement of the case competition winners.
REGISTRATION
Ready to join us? Register for the 2026 AMA IU Regional Conference and connect with students and professionals from across the region.
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Registration Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeNr08LwSwPy2RBwV6zgiYc9o_CnbovQ8ilkrMTiPjm9Iqd3w/viewform?usp=header
Case Team Application Form: