About Asociația Patronală a Industriei ușoare (APIUS)
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Consolidating the fashion industry in Moldova
History
The Light Industry Employers Association (APIUS) represents the community of local producers of clothing, knitwear, leather goods, footwear and accessories and is dedicated to the competitive development of the light industry, addressing the needs of the private sector, state support and the experience of similar professional organizations.
Since 2012 the association has consolidated its capacity with the support with strategic partners USAID, Sweden, UK Aid and CBI. Since 2014, APIUS has strengthened its collaboration and partnership with the Investment Agency of Moldova, obtaining support for accessing over 40 exhibitions and international fairs.
On November 6, 2016, the Republic of Moldova, represented by APIUS, became a member of the European Fashion Council (EFC).
Currently, APIUS members cover all segments of the light industry activity: women’s & men’s clothing, children’s clothing, lingerie, footwear, leather goods and accessories.
Mission
The mission of APIUS is to represent, promote, support and defend the common economic, technical and legal interests of the members, representatives of the light industry, by increasing their competitiveness on the local and international market.
Vision
Our vision is to create a stronger fashion industry in Moldova by raising the added value of local fashion products, and giving independent labels, creators and manufacturers the tools and skills to develop their business in a globalized world.
Strategic directions
Facilitating B2B meetings
Launching and maintaining an effective and sustainable dialogue with decision makers
Facilitating B2B meetings with potential local and international business partners
Organizing and hosting specialized trainings
Hosting and organizing trainings and strategic partnerships
Conducting training sessions for employees, managers and designers with recognized and qualified experts in the field of light industry.
Integrating into international trade and fostering the spirit of participation
Systematic launch of open calls for members to participate in the most important fairs and relevant exhibitions worldwide
Orientation towards the active participation of national brands in local and international fashion shows and the maximum facilitation of this process.
Organizing and promoting the exchange of professional experience
Mutual exchange of experiences, ideas and best practices between representatives of international and local factories
Facilitating study visits of local factory representatives to other international factories in the European Union
Lobbying and Advocacy
Ensuring easy and productive contact with state institutions
Participation in working groups within the Economic Council and other public-private dialogue platforms
Regular information to members regarding changes in legislation
Consulting
Assistance to increase productivity, work standards and employee safety
Assistance in attracting international funding and writing proposals for grant calls
Assistance in identifying raw materials on the local and international market
Facilitating B2B meetings
Launching and maintaining an effective and sustainable dialogue with decision makers
Facilitating B2B meetings with potential local and international business partners
Organizing and hosting specialized trainings
Hosting and organizing trainings and strategic partnerships
Conducting training sessions for employees, managers and designers with recognized and qualified experts in the field of light industry.
Integrating into international trade and fostering the spirit of participation
Systematic launch of open calls for members to participate in the most important fairs and relevant exhibitions worldwide
Orientation towards the active participation of national brands in local and international fashion shows and the maximum facilitation of this process.
Organizing and promoting the exchange of professional experience
Mutual exchange of experiences, ideas and best practices between representatives of international and local factories
Facilitating study visits of local factory representatives to other international factories in the European Union
Lobbying and Advocacy
Ensuring easy and productive contact with state institutions
Participation in working groups within the Economic Council and other public-private dialogue platforms
Regular information to members regarding changes in legislation
Consulting
Assistance to increase productivity, work standards and employee safety
Assistance in attracting international funding and writing proposals for grant calls
Assistance in identifying raw materials on the local and international market
Annual Reports
The Team
Marcela Lozovanu
Executive Director
marcela.lozovanu@apius.md
Ana Ghețivu
Project director
ana.ghetivu@apius.md
Alina Caradja
Project manager
alina.caradja@apius.md
Natalia Caraji
Project Manager
natalia.caraji@apius.md
Daniela Gligor
Social Media Marketing
daniela.gligor@apius.md
Marcela Lozovanu
Executive Director
marcela.lozovanu@apius.md
Tatiana Crotic
Project Manager and Community Member
Alina Caradja
Social Media and Communication Manager
Daniela Gligor
Social Media Marketing
The Board
Silvia Lazu
President
„Silvia Bombonici” SRL
Iulia Allert
Vice President
„Allert&Co” SRL
Violeta Cojocaru
Member of the Board
„Steaua Reds” S.A.
Mihai Dîrțu
Member of the Board
„Oldcom” S.A.
Tamara Luchian
Member of the Board
„Ionel” S.A.
Georgeta Mir
Member of the Board
„Mobile” S.R.L.
Elena Țîmbalova
Member of the Board
„Intercentre Lux “ S.R.L.
Veronica Pantelei
Cenzor
„Velitextil-Plus" S.R.L.
Silvia Lazu
President
„Silvia Bombonici” SRL
Iulia Allert
Vice President
„Allert&Co” SRL
Violeta Cojocaru
Member of the Board
"Steaua Reds” S.A.
Mihai Dîrțu
Member of the Board
"Oldcom” S.A.
Tamara Luchian
Member of the Board
"Ionel” S.A.
Georgeta Mir
Member of the Board
„Mobile” S.R.L.
Elena Țîmbalova
Member of the Board
„Intercentre Lux “ S.R.L.
Veronica Pantelei
Cenzor
„Velitextil-Plus" S.R.L.
