{"id":761,"date":"2026-04-01T10:44:12","date_gmt":"2026-04-01T10:44:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stock789.top\/?p=761"},"modified":"2026-04-01T10:44:12","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T10:44:12","slug":"kate-nishimura-angela-velasquez-to-lead-sourcing-journal-editorial","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stock789.top\/?p=761","title":{"rendered":"Kate Nishimura, Angela Velasquez to Lead Sourcing Journal Editorial"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\tFairchild Media Group is pleased to announce that Kate Nishimura, deputy editor of Sourcing Journal, and Angela Velasquez, executive editor of SJ Denim, will co-lead Sourcing Journal\u2019s editorial content.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\tIn their expanded roles, Nishimura and Velasquez will guide the publication\u2019s editorial strategy, building on its reputation for tackling complex industry topics \u2014 including trade, labor, sustainability, material innovation, logistics and AI \u2014 while further strengthening its position as a leading authority on the global supply chain.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t\u201cSourcing Journal is a cornerstone of the Fairchild Media Group portfolio, serving a vital audience of experts whose work is central to the global fashion ecosystem,\u201d said Amanda Smith, chief executive officer of Fairchild Media Group. \u201cAs we look to the future, we are committed to investing in the brand\u2019s editorial leadership and business teams to ensure we continue to drive the industry\u2019s most critical conversations. From the upcoming Sustainability Forum in April and the signature Fall Summit in September,\u00a0to the launch of a new event celebrating industry visionaries coming this July, we are making strategic enhancements that underscore our dedication to the leaders and innovators who are shaping the next era of our business.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t\u201cAs the current macroeconomic challenges and disruption show, sourcing and logistics are key to the global retail, fashion and related industries, and Sourcing Journal remains the pre-eminent authority in covering the intricacies of supply chains, materials, sustainability, trade and labor,\u201d said James Fallon, chief content officer of Fairchild Media Group. \u201cWe are thrilled to have Kate and Angela take over the editorial leadership of Sourcing Journal and their experience, insights and dedication, along with that of the overall Sourcing Journal team, will help drive the publication to become even more valuable to readers and the overall industry.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Velasquez joined Sourcing Journal in 2014 and soon after founded SJ Denim (formerly Rivet). She has since played a pivotal role in establishing the publication\u2019s authority in the denim space, leading in-depth coverage of mills, manufacturers, sustainability and brands, while shaping the narrative around denim\u2019s influence across both heritage fashion and emerging, youth-driven trends.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t\u201cI\u2019m honored and excited to step into this role and co-lead Sourcing Journal\u2019s content alongside Kate,\u201d\u00a0Velasquez said. \u201cI look forward to building on the publication\u2019s strong foundation and continuing to deliver meaningful, forward-looking coverage for the industry.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\tNishimura joined the publication in 2019, where she established Sourcing Journal\u2019s presence on the West Coast. During her tenure, she has expanded coverage of trade, policy, domestic production and nearshoring, helping to connect global geopolitical shifts with their impact on the fashion sourcing landscape.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t\u201cAngela and I are proud of the role Sourcing Journal has come to play as a trusted resource for the fashion and retail supply chain over the past 16 years,\u201d\u00a0Nishimura said. \u201cI\u2019m eager to continue building on that legacy with her and our expert team of editors as we enrich our coverage and broaden our influence.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\tSourcing Journal is part of Fairchild Media Group, a division of Penske Media Corp. Fairchild also owns WWD, Footwear News, Beauty Inc and Fairchild Live. <\/p>\n<p>#Kate #Nishimura #Angela #Velasquez #Lead #Sourcing #Journal #Editorial<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Fairchild Media Group is pleased to announce that Kate Nishimura, deputy editor of Sourcing Journal, and Angela Velasquez, executive editor of SJ Denim, will co-lead Sourcing Journal\u2019s editorial content. 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