January 2008
Houston design firm business owner, Kathy Ellis has been named New Membership Chairman for the Fashion Group International — Houston Chapter.

Fashion Group provides a high-profile forum to promote the fashion business through hosting events that educate, facilitate the exchange of ideas, and give back to the community.

In this position, Kathy Ellis along with her committee, will be responsible for managing and coordinating new member activities. “Our goal is to reach 200 by the end of 2009,” says Ellis. “We’ve got a ways to go but we have a dynamic leader in Jeanette Coon and many wonderful events planed that will bring awareness to this important group. If fashion affects your business, then you’ll want to be a part of this group. The knowledge and relationships you build cannot be duplicated in other forums or groups.”

The Houston Chapter of Fashion Group International is actively seeking new committee members. For more information, visit houston.fgi.org or call Kathy Ellis at 281-205-1328

About Fashion Group International

Fashion Group International is a global non-profit, professional organization with over 6,000 members in more than thirty chapters around the world. FG represents all areas of the fashion industry including apparel, accessories, beauty, and home. The Houston chapter is led by Regional Director Jeanette Coon and is dedicated to promoting and fostering business in Houston for the fashion and lifestyle industries. houston.fgi.org

About Kathy Ellis
Kathy Ellis is President of Liefers and The Business Lab. Leifers — for the most loved pets in the world! Leifers offers a line of luxury pet furnishings and products designed to compliment your home as well as your pet.  The company offers two designer dog and cat houses — NeoClassic and Old Ruins – that combine architectural elements, high-end design, and functionality to create a home accessory. Leifers also offers accessories and comfort items for their doghouses, as well as “Scratchy Butt” health and wellness products. A percentage of all Leifers’ profits are donated to the Houston Spay-Neuter Assistance Program (SNAP) whose mission is to prevent the suffering and death of cats and dogs due to overpopulation. For more information, visit www.leifers.com or by email at kellis@leifers.com

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