Celia Thornley serves as the Skills and Training Manager at the UK Fashion and Textile Association since August 2019. Additionally, Celia is the Founder and author of Sew-skills Industrial, a series of Industrial Sewing Courses catering to new trainees and apprentices. As the Director of the Textiles Skills Consultancy, established in January 2016, Celia provides sector-specific training and support for the clothing and textiles industry. Celia also holds the position of Skills & Training Consultant at UK Fashion & Textiles Association, focusing on developing apprenticeship standards for the Sewn Product Industry. In the role of Alliance Project Head of Skills (Textiles) at New Economy since May 2014, Celia aids in the repatriation of textiles manufacturing to the UK. As a Company Director at Bebop Dancewear Ltd since June 2011, Celia oversees the design and manufacturing of dance and skate wear. Earlier experience includes serving as Qualification Development Manager at Creative Skillset, where Celia collaborated with various organizations to meet industry skill needs.
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UK Fashion and Textile Association (UKFT)
UKFT is the largest network for fashion and textiles in the UK. As the industry’s leading trade association and Sector Skills Body, we are committed to delivering sustainable growth for the entire UK fashion and textile supply chain. We bring together brands, designers, manufacturers, suppliers, educators and retailers to promote their businesses and our industry, both in the UK and throughout the world. We offer practical advice and technical support to help member companies grow and trade internationally. With a growing focus on sustainability and innovation, UKFT is driving meaningful action in the transition to a circular economy. We work to elevate the skills of the UK fashion and textile industry to maintain our competitive position for the future. We support businesses with complex global supply chains, as well as helping to drive a resilient and innovative UK manufacturing sector. Our President is HRH The Princess Royal.