Erin C. Habes, M.S.
Full-Time Lecturer
Fashion and Textile Technology Department
School of the Professions
State University of New York College at Buffalo
320 Technology Building
habesec@buffalostate.edu
ACADEMIC DEGREES AND CERTIFICATION
Master of Science in Creative Studies, M.S. 2009 – 2019
State University of New York College at Buffalo Buffalo, NY
Specialization: Studies in Creativity
Bachelor of Science in Fashion and Textile Technology, B.S., 1999 – 2003
State University of New York College at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY
Specialization: Fashion Merchandising
ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE
State University of New York College at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY
Fashion and Textile Technology Department
Full-Time Lecturer, 2020 - Present
· Course titles: FTT 452 Fashion Show Production, FTT 488 Internship/Field Experience, FTT 110 Fundamentals of The Fashion Industry, FTT 252 (FTT 189) Fashion Styling, FTT 208 Introduction to Fashion Technologies, FTT 495 New York City Trip, FTT 495 Portfolio Development, FTT 495 Runway Co-Director, FTT Runway Student Producer, FTT 499 Runway Social Media Director, and FTT 499 Runway Fashion Photography
· Consistently has received a teacher evaluation above 4.5 out of 5
FTT Internship Coordinator, 2020 - Present
· Course title: FTT 488 Internship/Field Experience
· Develop and maintain fashion industry internships and relationships
· Manage FTT internship database and BengalLink job/internship postings
· Redeveloped FTT internship program
· Created “Career Preparation Project” during pandemic for remote internship students
· Designed three professional development workshops - “A Career in Fashion,” “Career Coaching - Exploring the Fashion Industry,” and “Style Assessment and Personal Branding”
· Established paid internship program with Goodwill and AmeriCorps
New York City Tour Coordinator, 2011 - Present
· Course title: FTT 495 New York City Tour
· Organizes visits with FTT alumni and industry connections: Tommy Hilfiger, Eloquii, PVH, DVF, Red Light PR, Teen Vogue, The Row, Cotton Inc., Kay Unger, Cole Haan, Kohl’s, Trend Union, Victoria’s Secret, The Gap, ADAM, American Eagle, and Century 21
· Manages travel budget, logistics and documented trip on Fashion and Textile Technology Department social media
Part-Time Lecturer, 2007 - 2019
· Course titles: 452 Fashion Show Production, FTT 110 Fundamentals of The Fashion Industry, FTT 348 History of Costume, FTT 189 Fashion Styling, FTT 358 Fashion Forecasting and Consumer Issues, FTT 499 & FTT 495 Workshop in Styling, FTT 499 Runway Producer, FTT 499 Senior Stage Manager, FTT 499 VIP Coordinator, FTT 499 Study of Art Direction, FTT 499 Runway Creative Director, and FTT 499 Runway Lookbook
· Received an overall teacher evaluation above 4.5 out of 5
· Managed department and Runway social media (Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram)
· Maintain and update website content for fashion.buffalostate.edu/internships and bscrunway.com
· Published student-directed fashion photo shoots for Buffalo Spree Magazine
Faculty-Led Study Abroad, 2017
Siena Program, Siena, Italy
· Course titles: FTT 452 Workshop in Styling and FTT 348 History of Costume
· Curated a semester-long fashion experience for 16 FTT students in Siena, Italy
· Completed and published four student-directed fashion photo shoots for Buffalo Spree Magazine
· Created connections and built relationships for future study abroad trips
Faculty-Led Study Abroad, 2018
Beijing Union University, Beijing, China
· Course title: FTT 495 Modernizing the Silk Road
· Created marketing campaign and promoted study abroad trip to FTT students, 30 FTT students applied and 19 were accepted
· Assisted Dr. Lynn Boorady with trip preparations, logistics, student supervision, documented trip on social media and created marketing material for the Center for Global Engagement for future study abroad fashion trips
FASHION SHOW & EVENT PRODUCTION EXPERIENCE
Runway Faculty Director, 2008 - Present
State University of New York College at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY
Fashion and Textile Technology Department
· Assist with creating yearly fashion show theme
· Manage student-run fashion show production and execution
· Oversee student production team – student director, producers, assistant producers, stage manager, model manager, creative team, marketing team, stylists, Runway independent study students, and models
· Manage lighting, set design, sound engineer, video projection, music, and choreography, while maintaining an environment that is creative, detail oriented, focused, and professional
· Direct Runway social media (Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram)
· Maintain and update website content for bscrunway.com
· Develop year-long Runway schedule and communicates to FTT faculty, Senior Designers, Fashion Show Production class and FTT students
· Execute Runway budget, ticket sales, raffle, and merchandise sales
· Mobilize all marketing and PR, working closely with Marketing and Communications and Runway marketing team
· Assist in securing Runway sponsorship, media sponsors, promotional partners and in-kind donations totaling more than $100,000 over the past 12 years
· Secure and accommodate jury and judges
· Oversee creation of marketing materials, program, senior designer lookbook and coordinates photo shoot with Brandon Watson
· Collaborate with Africana Studies, Art & Design department, local businesses, and non-profit organizations
· Direct VIP reception and goodie bags
· Utilize industry connection and community outreach for special collaboration projects with local photographers, retail, marketing, press and production
· Cultivate connections with high school fashion programs
· Oversee applied learning experience with Fashion Show Production class and BOCES students
· Strive to create a diverse and inclusive culture, one that creates a safe environment for students to showcase their talent and vision
· Provide a platform for civic engagement and social responsibility for FTT students
· Direct winning senior designer collection photo shoot with Brandon Watson for Buffalo Spree Magazine
Project Manager, 2016 - 2018
PROJEX, Buffalo, NY
· Collaborated with Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra and Richardson Olmstead Campus on producing and creating “video mapping” content for enLIGHTen at the Richardson
· enLIGHTen was a 60-minute concert performed by the BPO and conducted by Stefan Sanders. The concert spotlighted the historical function of the Richardson as a place of healing by featuring music by famous composers who lived with mental illness and created great works
· Ensured that all content was delivered on-time, within scope and within budget
· Developed a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress
· Managed event social media
Fashion Show Director, 2008 – 2013
Mass Appeal Fashion Show, Buffalo, NY
· Raised more than 250k for the Elmwood Village Association over 5 years
· Produced and directed a fashion show fundraiser for the Elmwood Village Association
· Managed 10+ local boutiques, 5+ local designers, 10+ wearable artists, Sephora makeup artists, local hair salons, 100+ models, and 30+ volunteers
· Directed all creative for event
· Collaborated with Gelia Media and Luke Copping Photography
TEACHING INTERESTS
Fashion Show Production, Styling, Fashion Merchandising, Fashion Marketing, Branding, Social Media, Buying, Creative Direction, Sales, Diversity, Social Justice, Study Abroad, Entrepreneurship, Creativity, and Leadership
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Style Editor, 2010 - Present
Buffalo Spree Magazine, Buffalo, NY
· Direct fashion photo shoots and write copy
· Coordinate photographers, models, makeup artist, prop stylists and select wardrobe, and accessories
· Manage photo shoot budget, and credits
· Collaborate with multidisciplinary team of journalists, fashion experts, writers, and volunteers
· Foster relationships within the fashion industry
Creative Manager & Social Media Director, 2016 - 2019
ANNARLETTE, Buffalo, NY
· Managed social media, marketing, and graphic design
· Maintained sales floor appearance, increase store sales, and built client relations
Fashion Consultant, 2011 - 2016
Visit Buffalo Niagara, Buffalo, NY
· Curated yearly shopping guide for the City of Buffalo
· Wrote all fashion copy for website, blog, and printed materials
· Managed “Shopping in Buffalo” social media
· Gave fashion tours of Buffalo to press
Creative Director, 2011 - 2015
Room Buffalo, Buffalo, NY
· Managed social media, graphic design, marketing, press and creative direction for both room, Michael P. Design, Baby room and Sprout
· Managed creative and PR for Michael P. Design as design producer for HGTV’s House Hunters Renovation, produced by Pie Town Productions
Creative Collaborator & Social Media Director, 2011 - 2016
Modern Nostalgia, Buffalo, NY
· Managed social media, marketing, and graphic design
· Developed collaborations with local entrepreneurs
· Assisted with store design, layout and opening for Harbor Center location
· Assistant buyer
DMM Omnichannel & Retail Store Manager, 2008 - 2010
Krudmart & krudmart.com, Buffalo, NY
· Buyer for women’s streetwear and contemporary lines for both online and retail
· Developed marketing campaigns
· Managed all sales, store operations and merchandising at Elmwood Avenue location
· Provided customer support for online
Owner, 2005 - 2008
Sweet & Dirty, Buffalo, NY
· Managed retail store independently, housing 30+ men’s and women’s clothing, and accessories brands
· Coordinated with brand representatives and vendors directly
· Marketed variety of fashion products to appeal to clients
· Managed book keeping, expenses and all other financial aspects of business
· Planned and executed entire aspect of boutique operation
· Handled inventory, buying, and client service
· Helped customers in selecting the best clothing and accessories for their specific needs
· Kept abreast with the latest fashion brands in the industry
East Coast Sales Rep, 2003 - 2005
Farylrobin Footwear, New York, NY
· Excelled in sales and merchandising and grew company substantially
· Cultivated partnerships and key accounts from prestigious clients: Nordstrom, Century 21, Barney’s and Bloomingdale’s
· Managed customer concerns and issues
· Conducted special events and product launches
· Formulated proposals for new prospects and former accounts
· Promoted to top-level sales executive in less than a year
AWARDS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITION
AWARDS
Young Alumnus Achievement Award, 2010
Buffalo State Alumni Association
SPECIAL RECOGNITION
FULL-TIME
UUP Discretionary Awards ($700), 2021
State University of New York College at Buffalo
PART-TIME
UUP Discretionary Awards ($829), 2019
State University of New York College at Buffalo
UUP Discretionary Awards ($941), 2018
State University of New York College at Buffalo
UUP Discretionary Awards ($485), 2017
State University of New York College at Buffalo
UUP Discretionary Awards ($432), 2016
State University of New York College at Buffalo
UUP Discretionary Awards ($600), 2015
State University of New York College at Buffalo
CURRENT PROFESSIONAL AND ACADEMIC ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIPS
International Textiles and Apparel Association (ITAA), 2021
Professional Membership
National Retail Federation (NRF), 2020 - Present
University Membership
CURRENT PROFESSIONAL ASSIGNMENTS AND ACTIVITIES
*Service to the Department and College
State University of New York College at Buffalo
COLLEGE COMMITTEE & LEADERSHIP
FULL-TIME
Scholarship Committee, 2020 - Present
Fashion and Textile Technology Department
President’s Chancellor’s Award Committee, 2020 - Present
Honorary Degree Committee, 2020 - Present
Giving Day - Black Fashion Scholarship, 2020 - Present
PART-TIME
Fashion Student Association, 2017- 2018 & Faculty Adviser, 2013 - 2014
ADVISING
Undergraduate Advisor, 2020 - Present
Fashion and Textile Technology Department
CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT
New topical course development and offering: FTT 252 Fashion Styling, 2020
Fashion and Textile Technology Department
State University of New York College at Buffalo
CURRICULUM ASSESSMENT & REVISION
Fashion and Textile Technology Department program SLO review and revision, 2020 - Present
State University of New York College at Buffalo
ACCREDITATION ENGAGEMENT
Participate in the working progress of TAPAC (The Textile and Apparel, 2020 - Present
Programs Accreditation Commission) accreditation application
Fashion and Textile Technology Department
State University of New York College at Buffalo
OTHER SERVICES FOR THE DEPARTMENT AND COLLEGE
FULL-TIME
Fashion Industry Advisory Board (FIAB) development and meeting, 2020 - Present
Fashion and Textile Technology Department
State University of New York College at Buffalo
Maintain and update website content for fashion.buffalostate.edu/internships, 2020 - Present
Fashion.buffalostate.edu and bscrunway.com
Fashion and Textile Technology Department
State University of New York College at Buffalo
Manage Department and Runway Social Media, 2020 - Present
(Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram)
Fashion and Textile Technology Department
State University of New York College at Buffalo
Co-Manage FTT LinkedIn Alumni Group, 2020 - Present
Fashion and Textile Technology Department
State University of New York College at Buffalo
Conducted (3) Black Lives Matter Discussions with Dr. Marcus Watson, 2020 - Present
Naila Ansari, Africana Studies and FTT Alumni
Fashion and Textile Technology Department
State University of New York College at Buffalo
Facilitated (2) FTT Alumni IG Live Interviews, 2020 - Present
Fashion and Textile Technology Department
State University of New York College at Buffalo
Established Wearable Art Collaboration with Beau Fleuve Music and 2021
Art Festival, UB Arts Collaboratory, and NYC Fashion Designer Rachel Comey
Fabric donation - Total $3475
Fashion and Textile Technology Department
State University of New York College at Buffalo
Developed Social Media Content for JCPenney Suit-Up, 2021
Career Development Center
State University of New York College at Buffalo
Established the “Black Fashion Scholarship” raising $1,830, 2020
Fashion and Textile Technology Department
State University of New York College at Buffalo
PART-TIME
Managed Department and Runway social media, 2016 - 2019
(Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram)
Fashion and Textile Technology Department
State University of New York College at Buffalo
Co-Managed FTT LinkedIn Alumni Group, 2018 - 2019
Fashion and Textile Technology Department
State University of New York College at Buffalo
SERVICE LEARNING
Fashion and Design Project, 2020
Course: FTT 189 Fashion Styling
Funded by 2020 Cotton Inc. Grant:
Cotton & Technology: How Does Technology Transform Cotton?
Collaboration with PUSH Buffalo and Goodwill
Goodwill Styling & Social Media Project, 2019
Course: FTT 110 Fundamentals of the Fashion Industry
FA19 & SP19
OTHER PARTICIPATION IN DEPARTMENT/COLLEGE EVENTS
State University of New York College at Buffalo
Buffalo State Virtual Town Hall Discussion for Fall 2021 Preparation, 2021
Equity & Campus Diversity, A Conversation with Ibram X. Kendi, 2021
Buffalo State Provost’s Virtual Welcome Back meeting, 2020
School of the Professions (SOP) faculty meeting, 2020
Equity & Campus Diversity, Justice by a Different Name Featuring Professor John Torrey, 2020
Equity & Campus Diversity, Diversity Dialogue: How to be an Effective Ally in this Space featuring Naila Ansari, Professor of Theater at Buffalo State, 2020
Anne Frank Project, Social Justice Through Public Art: A Conversation with Artists and Members of the Public Art Initiative - Part 1. Zack Boehler, 2020
Anne Frank Project, Black Art in Gentrified Spaces - Naila Ansari, Dr. Herman, Edreys Wajed, and Aitina Fareed-Cooke, 2020
Anne Frank Project, The Movement of Joy - Naila Ansari, 2020
Buffalo State Virtual Town Hall Discussion for Fall 2020 Preparation, 2020
*Service to the Community
Buffalo, New York
COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP AND ACTIVITIES
Advisory Board, Bleu Fleuve Music & Art, 2020 - Present
SCHOLARLY WORK AND CREATIVE ACTIVITIES
PUBLISHED
FULL-TIME
Habes, E., (2021, August). Pet style. Buffalo Spree, 55, 50-55.
Habes, E., (2021, June). Lost in translation. Buffalo Spree, 55, 18-21.
Habes, E., (2021, April). Urban fantasy. Buffalo Spree, 55, 14-17.
Habes, E., (2021, February). The perfect day. Buffalo Spree, 55, 66-67.
Habes, E., (2020, December). Luxe looks. Buffalo Spree, 54, 14-17.
Habes, E., (2020, November). Disco fashion. Buffalo Spree, 54, 18-21.
PART-TIME
Habes, E., (2019, May). Spring style. Buffalo Spree, 53, 18-21.
Habes, E., (2019, April). Eyes wide open. Buffalo Spree, 53, 18-21.
Habes, E., (2019, February). Wedding style. Buffalo Spree, 53, 18-21.
Habes, E., (2018, December). Her opulence. Buffalo Spree, 52, 18-21.
Habes, E., (2018, October). Fall style. Buffalo Spree, 52, 18-21.
Habes, E., (2018, October). Final shots from Siena. Buffalo Spree, 52, 18-21.
Habes, E., (2018, September). More style from Siena. Buffalo Spree, 52, 18-21.
Habes, E., (2018, May). Spring style. Buffalo Spree, 52, 18-21.
Habes, E., (2018, April). A shoot in Siena. Buffalo Spree, 52, 18-21.
Habes, E. (2018, March 13). Explore the elmwood village. Visit Buffalo Niagara. https://www.visitbuffaloniagara.com/5-great-reasons-to-explore-the-elmwood-village/
Habes, E., (2018, March). On location. Buffalo Spree, 52, 18-21.
Habes, E., (2017, October). Slocum. Buffalo Spree, 51, 24-28.
Habes, E., (2017, February). Press pause. Buffalo Spree, 51, 24-27.
Habes, E. (2016, October 1). Shop Buffalo Niagara. Visit Buffalo Niagara. https://www.visitbuffaloniagara.com/content/uploads/2014/11/shopping-guide-2016.pdf
Habes, E., (2016, October). Custom made. Buffalo Spree, 50, 18-21.
Habes, E., (2016, May). Young tastemakers. Buffalo Spree, 50, 18-21.
Habes, E., (2016, January). Go nordic. Buffalo Spree, 50, 18-21.
Habes, E. (2015, November 25). Buffalo’s boutique revival. Buffalo Spree. https://www.buffalospree.com/style_living/fashion/buffalo-s-boutique-revival/article_d57b0f22-4cd9- 57b9-a57d-76a52601516f.html
Habes, E., (2015, October). Living color. Buffalo Spree, 49, 18-21.
Habes, E., (2015, April). Buffalo 66. Buffalo Spree, 49, 18-21.
Habes, E. (2014, December 2). A neighborhood guide to Buffalo’s Elmwood Village. Virgin Atlantic. https://www.virginatlantic.com/a-neighborhood-guide-to-buffalos-elmwood-village/en/blog
Habes, E., (2014, April). Vintage glam. Buffalo Spree, 48, 18-21.
Habes, E., (2014, September). Flexible fashion. Buffalo Spree, 48, 18-21.
Habes, E. (2013, November 18). Spree style with Erin Habes: Bureau. Buffalo Spree.
https://www.buffalospree.com/style_living/fashion/spree-style-with-erin-habes- bureau/article_6371b1c6-7de7-55e8-bc1f-f47b2d7f72b6.html
Habes, E. (2013, August 29). Spree style with Erin Habes: Buffalo Dandy. Buffalo Spree.
https://www.buffalospree.com/style_living/spree-style-with-erin-habes-buffalo- dandy/article_1c3b97dc-2c69-50ff-a018-8a2258ca6a79.html
Habes, E., (2013, March). Fashion issue. Buffalo Spree, 47, 45-51, 67-68.
Habes, E. (2013, February 12). Spree style with Erin Habes: fall in love with Alexandra. Buffalo Spree. https://www.buffalospree.com/style_living/fashion/spree-style-with-erin-habes-all-in-love-with- alexandra/article_a4d32f2a-c9ce-5c97-8822-0f3642ce8f37.html
Habes, E., (2012, September). Dressing up to code. Buffalo Spree, 46, 48-53.
Habes, E., (2012, May). English bloom. Buffalo Spree, 46, 47-50.
Habes, E. (2011, November 8). Spree style with Erin Habes: Fawn & Fox. Buffalo Spree.
https://www.buffalospree.com/style_living/fashion/spree-style-with-erin-habes-fawn- fox/article_9a356cb0-b227-5f94-bf9a-e39858899ecb.html
Habes, E. (2011, September 26). Spree style with Erin Habes: Fall in Love with Fall. Buffalo Spree. https://www.buffalospree.com/style_living/shopping/spree-style-with-erin-habes-fall-in-love-with- fall/article_3978b950-5755-5492-bf9c-f764302ff640.html
Habes, E., (2011, October). Wild craft. Buffalo Spree, 45, 49-54.
Habes, E., (2011, September). Little angels. Block Club Magazine, 27, 25-26.
Habes, E. (2011, September 28). Spree style with Erin Habes: Where the Wild Things Are. Buffalo Spree. https://www.buffalospree.com/style_living/fashion/spree-style-with-erin-habes-where-the-wild-things- are/article_e5583eae-efe3-5b34-9158-5c5620dfacc8.html
Habes, E., (2011, August). A roll in the hay. Block Club Magazine, 26, 23-24.
Habes, E., (2011, July). Ice cream social. Block Club Magazine, 25, 26-27.
Habes, E., (2011, June). Boy meets girl. Block Club Magazine, 24, 25-26.
Habes, E. (2011, March 8). Spree style with Erin Habes: Free Henry! Gets Style. Buffalo Spree.
https://www.buffalospree.com/style_living/shopping/spree-style-with-erin-habes-free-henry-gets- style/article_c07a4d38-9336-5ce1-a26e-a449abb099df.html
Habes, E., (2011, March). Fashion. Buffalo Spree, 47, 18-21.
Habes, E., (2011, January). Actively engaged. Buffalo Spree, 46, 18-21.
GRANTS
Cotton Incorporated Grant, Cotton Inc. ($44,988), 2021
Grant Title: Cotton Experience in the New Normal Post-Pandemic
(Supporting faculty, Fashion and Textile Technology Dept.,
State University of New York College at Buffalo; PI Keunyoung Oh)
Cotton Incorporated Grant, Cotton Inc. ($42,945), 2020
Grant Title: Cotton & Technology: How Does Technology Transform Cotton?
(Supporting faculty, Fashion and Textile Technology Dept.,
State University of New York College at Buffalo; PI Keunyoung Oh)
GRANT FUNDED PROJECTS, WORKSHOPS AND WEBINARS
2-Day Upcycling Workshop ($3,000), 2021
Project Title: Upcycling Workshop with Brook Bergland
Community Partners: Uncle Sam’s
Funded by Cotton Experience in the New Normal Post-Pandemic Grant
FTT 252 Fashion Styling ($800), 2021
Project Title: Upcycled Denim Styling Project
Community Partners: PUSH Buffalo and Goodwill
Funded by Cotton Experience in the New Normal Post-Pandemic Grant
FTT 189 Fashion Styling ($800), 2020
Project Title: Fashion and Design Project
Community Partners: PUSH Buffalo and Goodwill
Funded by Cotton & Technology: How Does Technology Transform Cotton? Grant
Designed Professional Development Workshop, 2020
“Career coaching, exploring the fashion industry”
Designed Professional Development Workshop, 2020
“Style assessment and personal branding”
Designed Professional Development Workshop, 2020
“Fashion careers and career development”
Fashion Industry Guest Speaker, 2020
Zoom Interview with Jasmine Takanikos
Global Branding Leader, Founder of BrandHuman & Candor Branding
FTT Alumni Guest Speaker, 2020
Zoom interview with FTT Alumni, Ashley Rucker ‘11
Executive Assistant to the President of YSL, Loreal and Founder, TherapART
FTT Alumni Guest Speaker, 2020
Zoom interview with FTT Alumni, Jeff Todd ‘11
GAP, Men’s Knits and Sweaters Designer
FTT Alumni Guest Speaker, 2020
Zoom interview with FTT Alumni, Gina Goss ‘96
Fanatics, Product Development Manager, Fangear & Headwear
FTT Alumni Guest Speaker, 2020
Zoom interview with FTT Alumni, Mikayla Davis ‘17
Subculture Magazine & Entrepreneur, Editor-in-Chief
FTT Alumni Guest Speaker, 2020
Zoom interview with FTT Alumni, Monifa Payne ‘18
Capelli, Product Development Assistant
FTT Alumni Guest Speaker, 2020
Zoom interview with FTT Alumni, Kaleigh Foley ‘09
Cole Haan, Materials Manager
FTT Alumni Guest Speaker, 2020
Zoom interview with FTT Alumni, Arkeida Wilson ‘13
Associate Designer, Macy’s in the Intimate Apparel Division
FTT Alumni Guest Speaker, 2020
Zoom interview with FTT Alumni, Theresa Obernesser Rojek ‘94
Fisher-Price, Manager of Product Development Engineering (Soft Goods)
FTT Alumni Guest Speaker, 2020
Zoom interview with FTT Alumni, Mirna Wilson ‘15
Gina Group, LLC., Production Sample Coordinator
FTT Alumni Guest Speaker, 2020
Zoom interview with FTT Alumni, Jane Leyva ‘14
Cornell University, Grad Student, Master of Arts in Apparel Design
FTT Alumni Guest Speaker, 2020
Zoom interview with FTT Alumni, Dana Migliorino Guglielmo ‘08
Designer, Children’s Apparel Network
FTT Alumni Guest Speaker, 2020
Zoom interview with FTT Alumni, Molly Griffin ‘18
Saks Off Fifth, Assistant Buyer in Women’s Contemporary and Designer
FTT Alumni Guest Speaker, 2020
Zoom interview with FTT Alumni, Chelsea Almanzar ‘16
Ross Stores, Inc., Sample Coordinator
FTT Alumni Guest Speaker, 2020
Zoom interview with FTT Alumni, Brooke Michaels ‘16
Little Blueberry, Owner and Designer
PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS
INVITED LECTURER AND GUEST SPEAKER
“Artworks Career Panel,” 2021
Young Audiences of Western New York
“Fashion Industry Deep Dive,” 2020
PUSH Buffalo, Grant Street Neighborhood Center, Fashion Camp
“Last Lecture Senior Brunch,” 2019
State University of New York College at Buffalo
“Fashion Career and Styling,” 2018
Genesee Community College
“Fashion Styling,” 2018
Beijing Union University
FASHION SHOWS
Runway, History Retailored, 2021
State University of New York College at Buffalo
Location: (Virtual) YouTube
Runway, Runway Diaries, 2020
State University of New York College at Buffalo
Location: (Virtual) YouTube
Runway, Reawakening, 2019
State University of New York College at Buffalo
Location: Buffalo State Social Hall
Runway, Interconnect, 2018
State University of New York College at Buffalo
Location: Buffalo State Social Hall
Runway, Remember/Imagine, 2017
State University of New York College at Buffalo
Location: Buffalo State Sports Arena
Runway, Ecolution, 2016
State University of New York College at Buffalo
Location: Buffalo State Social Hall
Runway, Innovation, 2015
State University of New York College at Buffalo
Location: Buffalo State Social Hall
Runway, Chrysalis, 2014
State University of New York College at Buffalo
Location: Buffalo State Social Hall
Mass Appeal, Activating Change Through Fashion, 2013
Elmwood Village Association
Location: Pierce Arrow Building
Runway, City Bits/City Bytes, 2013
State University of New York College at Buffalo
Location: Buffalo State Social Hall
Mass Appeal, 2012
Elmwood Village Association
Location: Pierce Arrow Building
Runway, Synthesis, 2012
State University of New York College at Buffalo
Location: Pierce Arrow Building
Mass Appeal, 2011
Elmwood Village Association
Location: Lafayette Avenue Presbyterian Church
Runway, Fashion Diversity Mash, 2011
State University of New York College at Buffalo
Location: Pierce Arrow Building
Mass Appeal, 2010
Elmwood Village Association
Location: Lafayette Avenue Presbyterian Church
Runway, Technology: Progression/ Obsession, 2010
State University of New York College at Buffalo
Location: Pierce Arrow Building
Mass Appeal, 2009
Elmwood Village Association
Location: Lafayette Avenue Presbyterian Church
Runway, The Romance of Urban Decay, 2009
State University of New York College at Buffalo
Location: Burchfield Penney Center
Mass Appeal, 2008
Elmwood Village Association
Location: Lafayette Avenue Presbyterian Church
The Runway, 2008
State University of New York College at Buffalo
Location: Albright Knox
FASHION EXHIBITS AND TRADE SHOWS
MAGIC (Fashion) Trade Show, Las Vegas, NV, 2016
Visit Buffalo Niagara, National Women’s Trade Show, Toronto, CA, 2015
Music is Art Festival, Larger Than Life Fashion Exhibit, Buffalo, NY, 2015
Visit Buffalo Niagara, National Women’s Trade Show, Toronto, CA, 2014
Music is Art Festival, Larger Than Life Fashion Exhibit, Buffalo, NY, 2014
Visit Buffalo Niagara, National Women’s Trade Show, Toronto, CA, 2013
Buffalo Spree, Refresh, Revive, Rejuvenate Expo, Buffalo, NY, 2013
Music is Art Festival, Larger Than Life Fashion Exhibit, Buffalo, NY, 2013
Visit Buffalo Niagara, National Women’s Trade Show, Toronto, CA, 2012
Buffalo Spree, Refresh, Revive, Rejuvenate Expo, Buffalo, NY, 2012
Music is Art Festival, Larger Than Life Fashion Exhibit, Buffalo, NY, 2012
Music is Art Festival, Larger Than Life Fashion Exhibit, Buffalo, NY, 2011
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
TEACHING WORKSHOP
Cotton in the Curriculum Grant Orientation (virtual orientation), Cotton Inc., 2020
Applied Learning Faculty Fellow Program, 2019
COURSES OBSERVED
Introduction to Africana Studies, AAS 100, 2020
State University of New York College at Buffalo
OTHER PROFESSIONAL WORKSHOPS/PROGRAMS
Costume Society of America Roundtable, Theorizing LGBTQIA+ Style, Fashion, and Dress (Virtual), 2021
Costume Society of America, How to…Be a Stylist with Leah Goldblatt, Ricardo Gutierrez, and Dolly Pratt (Virtual), 2021
Business of Fashion, Vision 2021 (Virtual), 2021
National Retail Federation, Retail’s Big Show 2021 (Virtual), 2021
Attended: NRF Equality Lounge, NRF Featured session: How Independent Retails
will Drive Revitalization of Cities in 2021, NRF Keynote Session, NRF Brands
Leading Influencer Marketing, and NRF Fashion’s Digital Transformation
Business of Fashion, Voices 2020 (Virtual0, 2020
Costume Society of America Roundtable, Black Representation in the Fashion History Classroom (Virtual), 2020
Live Masterclass: How to Become a Diversity and Inclusion Change Agent (Virtual), 2020
National Retail Federation, Retail’s Big Show 2020 (In-person), 2020
FACULTY ORIENTATION
New Employee Orientation, 2020
State University of New York College at Buffalo
PRESS AND APPEARANCES
Mentioned on Radio, 2021
Kiss 98.5, “Fashion Segment”
Panel Discussion, 2020
Beau Fleuve Music & Art, “Buffalo, Then & Now”
Featured Interview, 2020
WGRZ Channel 2, “Retail Reopening”
Featured Interview, 2020
WGRZ Channel 2, “Holiday Shopping Trends During the Pandemic”
Burchfield Penney Art Center, 2020
Facebook feature, “Let’s Check-in with Erin Habes”
Featured Interview
The Fashion Show: History, theory, and practice by Gill Stark, 2018
Cameo Appearance
“Next things NOW: Innovation & Entrepreneurship in Buffalo,” 2014
Host
Visit Buffalo Niagara, “Buffalo Girlfriend Getaways,” 2014
· Tourism video featuring all the best boutiques, shops, cafes, salons,
restaurants, hotels, and hotspots for the perfect girlfriends' getaway
weekend in Buffalo
· Discussed and prepared program content with producer Paget Films
Featured Interview
VICE, “Do People Really Dress Like That in Buffalo?,” 2013
Featured Interview
Buffalo Spree Magazine, “Game Changers,” 2012