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April Employee of the Month – Shanna Brewer!

May 1, 2017

Shanna has an excellent work ethic & is always willing to go the extra mile for the KUT team.  She has a strong knowledge of production, sale and the needs of our customers.  Shanna is the super glue that holds it all together, we would not be able to drive our business without this employee leading our communication.  She has a can-do attitude and is always willing to go above and beyond with all essential duties.

California Fashion Foundation Scholarship Award

April 27, 2017

California Fashion Foundation’s annual Scholarship Awards Luncheon was held at the California Market Center, honoring future fashion design innovators with scholarship awards.

After previewing the winning designs, scholarships were presented in the names of YMA National Fashion Scholarship Fund, 360 Sweater Company; AIMS360; Barbara Lesser; Ben & Joyce Eisenberg Foundation; Betty Baumgardner Foundation; California Apparel News; California Market Center; CIT Commercial Services; Cooper Design Space; Design Knit; Fineman West & Company; Frankie; Karen Kane; KWDZ Manufacturing; MGT Industries; Moss Adams LLP; PCB Label; Rags for Richards Foundation; STC-QST; Stony Apparel; Swat Fame; Tukatech; Velvet Heart.

Attendees enjoyed lunch from the New Moon restaurant (provided by STC-QST) ‘pep talks’, and award presentations. Ilse Metchek, President of the California Fashion Association welcomed the guests and introduced the speakers. Tammy Chatkin, Executive Vice President of 24Seven Talent, shared advice on “Entering the Job Market,” Pat Tabassi, Designer/Owner of Design Knit, gave insights into “The Road Ahead,” and Jesse Dombrowiak, CEO of Indie Source described a “Your Home for Design Entrepreneurs.” Douglas Evans, Executive Director of the YMA Fashion Scholarship Fund presented scholarships to the winning design students.

Each sponsor then presented a ‘Fashion Star Award’ to winning finalists. Participating schools were: Art Center College of Design; California State University-Long Beach; California State University-Los Angeles; Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Long Beach City College; Los Angeles Trade Technical College; Mt San Antonio College; Otis College of Art & Design; Santa Monica College; Woodbury University.

Bring Your Child to Work Day!

April 14, 2017

Influencer Collab w Ava Lane

March 30, 2017

We have partnered with influencer Ava Lane to create a custom style for STS Blue.  Ava grew up in So Cal and went to Pali high. It is a place close to her heart and it is home.  She named the custom shorts after it.

March Employee of the Month – Rafael Patino!

March 20, 2017

Rafael’s speed and accuracy is unmatched to anyone in this facility.  He single handedly seals cartons and sort every carton that comes off the line.  Rafael memorizes what each purchase order count by DC needs to be shipped.  He rarely misses work and always goes the extra mile to make sure we send out the best product we can!

A Dress to Remember for Hacienda-La Puente Unified School District

February 22, 2017

Honored to have participated in “A Dress to Remember for Hacienda-La Puente Unified School District” in conjunction with Delta Kappa Gamma. Twenty-five students from the five high schools will have the opportunity to select a donated prom dress and accessories for their upcoming prom event. Students will also be given a voucher for a beauty service provided through Willow Adult School- Cosmetology department.

January Employee of the Month – Wilson Yun!

February 2, 2017

Wilson always has a positive attitude, is very dependable and follows through with every project assigned.  This employee handles a demanding workload and a backlog of projects with enthusiasm and coolness.  Wilson is always respectful and cordial to everyone and is self-motivating and easy to work with daily.  This employee tries to anticipate and minimize problems and situations before they arise by asking all the right questions.