Penn State University’s Mel Jacobs Fellows Program in Luxury Retail Spring 2022 Trip in New York City

During the week of March 7, 2022, students and faculty from the Mel Jacobs Fellows Program in Luxury Retail from the Smeal College of Business at Penn State University visited New York City. The Fellows Program is an exclusive program for select students to prepare them for a career in luxury retail. The program consists of meetings with industry speakers, a consulting project with a luxury boutique, case discussions about luxury brands, and more.

The New York City trip included visits to WindowsWear, where the students learned insights into New York City and its fashion retail industry, and educational experiences and insights from Coach, Diane Von Furstenberg, and Harlequin Design.

Tapestry, showcasing the headquarters of Coach, Kate Spade, and Stuart Weitzman. The tour included visits to the Coach archives, handbag design studio, and executive offices.
Diane Von Furstenberg, highlighting the history of the brand, and included visits to the design studio, art gallery, and showroom.
Harlequin Design, highlighting the manufacturing and design process of what takes place behind-the-scenes with iconic installations and projects.

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