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Mickey Solomon
Gladson Ltd./
HMS Intl. Fabrics 		Ask Me About:
Fine Wool Fabrics

Mickey Solomon is the co-founder and chief executive officer of HMS international Fabrics Corp. and its affiliate Gladson Ltd. The company is a leading importer and distributor of fine worsted fabrics for the men's tailored clothing industry. HMS is the exclusive U.S. agent or distributor for world renowned mills such as Ermenegildo Zegna, Vitale Barberis, E. Thomas, Piacenza, Policarpo (all Biella, Italy), Fibrefine (U.K.), Reliance Industries (India), and numerous other important mills in Europe and Asia. The company was founded in 1974 and has offices in New York, New Jersey, Montreal, London and Shanghai. Mickey is an experienced textile designer, a function he performed for his company for many years, and is well versed in the technical aspects of worsted fabric production as well as the design side. He has recently conducted seminars for various important retailers throughout the U.S. relating to the production of wool fabric, from raw fiber to finished fabric. These seminars have provided an insight into just how much retail executives appreciate knowledge about wool fabrics and the opportunity to become better sellers of tailored clothing.

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Steve Pruitt
Blacks Retail Analysis 		Ask Me About:
Merchandise Planning and Strategy

Steve Pruitt is founder and Senior Consultant of Blacks Retail Analysis and Blacks Consulting. With over 30 years of experience, Steve is one of the most respected merchandise analysts in the industry. His specialty is apparel merchandising and he has worked with clients in every sector of this category. Steve’s approach is highly customized; he tailors his analyses to the particular needs and market of each client. His work ties together the merchandising piece of the business with the client’s overall financial goals to increase sales and streamline operations. Steve is also a trusted general business consultant, known for his ability to help retailers plan growth and manage change.

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