Konnections ’26 On Demand Sessions

David Rosendahl and Oscar Chavarria make the case for shifting from price-based selling to value-based selling — showing how asking better questions (and using AI to surface what customers really care about) can turn vendors into indispensable growth partners.…

David Rosen and Glenn Packiam explore the human side of leadership — offering a practical framework for recognizing burnout and building resilience through intentional rhythms and meaningful relationships.…

FYUL CEO Alex Saltonstall breaks down how print-on-demand turns unpredictable, viral trends — like the surprise K-Pop Demon Hunters phenomenon — into a competitive advantage, and what it takes to build the AI, supply chain, and go-to-market strategy to capitalize on demand you can’t forecast.…

Sports leaders explored how strong organizational culture, passionate fandom, and on-demand production are creating new opportunities to turn unforgettable sports moments into meaningful merchandise and lasting fan connections.…

This conversation with former ASOS CEO Nick Beighton explores the future of fashion and retail, from customer-led innovation and AI-powered experiences to on-demand production, operational agility, and building a culture that can adapt at scale.…

On-demand digital decoration turns speed and flexibility into a real competitive edge, letting brands cut inventory risk, absorb shocks like tariffs, and ship designs in near real time — all while being more sustainable than traditional production methods.…

AI is collapsing fashion’s sequential design-to-market process into a parallel one, letting brands cut production timelines from months to days while leveling the playing field between scrappy AI-native brands and legacy giants.…

As cultural trends accelerate and demand signals emerge in real time, fashion brands are increasingly turning to AI and intelligent operating models to stay competitive. By combining AI-driven design, demand intelligence, creator insights, and digital production, brands can move faster, reduce inventory risk, and build more agile, market-responsive businesses.…

Licensing has become a powerful growth driver in apparel, allowing brands to capitalize on built-in demand from sports, entertainment, and cultural moments. As trend cycles shorten and operational complexity increases, successful licensing programs are leveraging on-demand digital production to respond faster, manage risk, and build long-term partnerships that drive sustained revenue growth.…