Webinar: How to improve worker happiness in the apparel industry

Attracting and keeping skilled and motivated workers in many apparel-producing countries is becoming increasingly challenging. However, since labour is a vital component of production, ensuring employee well-being in apparel factories is essential. Happy and safe workers tend to be more productive, resulting in higher efficiency and better quality output. 

Additionally, complying with safety regulations and equal opportunity laws is important to meet increasingly stringent legal requirements. Investing in fair wages, safe working conditions, and equal opportunities –can reduce staff turnover, foster innovation, and enhance your factory’s reputation. This investment will provide you with a significant competitive advantage when seeking European buyers. 

In this webinar we will address the following questions:

• How to attract and retain skilled employees;
• How to keep your employees motivated;
• How to create a competitive advantage by investing in equal opportunities for employees.

For whom? 

This webinar is for exporters and business support organisations active in the apparel industry.

Agenda

• Facts and figures on staff recruitment and retention in the apparel industry (Frans Tilstra)
• The challenges and benefits of attracting and retaining healthy, happy and productive employees (Giovanni Beatrice)
• Tips for creating a safe working environment in an apparel factory (Natasja van Schaik)

Presenters 

Myrthe van der Gaast will host this webinar. Myrthe is the Programme Manager Market Intelligence at CBI. Presenters include:

Giovanni Beatrice

Giovanni Beatrice is a creative fashion entrepreneur who builds bridges between supply and demand. He provides support to garment manufacturing organisations in areas such as strategy, marketing and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). To achieve this he collaborates with retailers and brands to promote sustainable global sourcing. Giovanni is an innovator focused on helping organisations create a competitive advantage by implementing original market developments and opportunities. 

Frans Tilstra

Frans Tilstra is a market analyst focused on sustainability, technical innovation and new business models. Frans uses market data to advise suppliers on achieving success today while preparing for the fashion industry’s future.

Guest speaker: Natasja van Schaik

Natasja van Schaik is a confidential advisor at the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, as well as a best-selling author and public speaker. She has provided guidance to many companies and public organisations on fostering a healthy and safe working environment and ensuring staff happiness and motivation. In her role, she supported CBI’s Ethiopia programme by offering training on women’s empowerment, worker happiness and equality. 

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Join us for this webinar on Thursday 10 April 2025, 10:00 – 11:30 CET.

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