is a Professor in the Department of Fashion Studies at Columbia College Chicago. She has received numerous teaching awards and specializes in the professional development of entry-level employees. Particular areas of interests include consumer behavior, internship experiences, and work environment. She is also a member of the International Textile and Apparel Association (ITAA) and the American Collegiate Retailing Association (ACRA). Hillery is also the Managing Editor of Retail Minded magazine, a trade publication aimed at independent retailers.
Knock-off designer handbags, shoplifting, sweatshop labor, provocative advertising, these are just a few examples of complex ethical issues in the fashion industry today. Ethics are about making good decisions, and in the fashion industry—where it is essential to work cooperatively with many different people—understanding ethics is key to being an honest, informed, and effective employee. Ethics in the Fashion Industry provides readers with the tools they need to develop and practice ethical decision-making skills. View
This book and CD-ROM combination is designed to provide students and aspiring professionals with realistic information about careers in the retailing and apparel merchandising industry. With its focus on preparing students for careers in their chosen field, Careers! Professional Development for Retailing and Apparel Merchandising will help students explore their options, develop portfolios and resumes, prepare for job interviews, complete internships, and negotiate the transition from student to professional. View