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From Idea to Production: How to Work with Manufacturers the Right Way

30K tiktok followers

100k in revenue

30K tiktok followers 100k in revenue

BY: Arsema Beshue

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Date & Time
Monday, November 3, 2025 • 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM PST (Live Masterclass via Zoom Webinar)

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About This Session

Balia Adare is the creative force behind Yemaya the Label, a premium swim and resortwear line built on modern design and an empowered brand story. With a background as a history and fashion enthusiast, she brings a unique perspective to how brands can communicate identity, culture, and confidence through clothing.

Though Yemaya is a young label, Balia has already carved out space for her brand with strong visual storytelling, a dedicated community, and a clear vision for where the brand is heading. In this masterclass, she’ll share the lessons she’s learned so far as a founder, from taking a concept into production to building brand credibility and growing a loyal audience.

What You’ll Learn

  • How to Find a Manufacturer: Where to look, how to vet factories, and what to ask before you commit

  • Mistakes to Avoid: The early missteps that led to delays, wasted money, and stress, and how you can skip them

  • Wins That Worked: The strategies that helped secure reliable partners and smoother production

  • Production Timelines: How long sampling and bulk orders actually take and how to set clear expectations

  • Production Costs: Breaking down minimums, deposits, shipping, and hidden fees so you do not overspend

  • Suppliers That Work with Major Brands: How to identify factories that also produce for companies like Skims or Lululemon and what that means for you

  • What to Message Your Manufacturer: The exact type of information and photos you need to send for clarity

  • Clear Communication: How to speak to manufacturers so you get what you want made without confusion

  • Red Flags to Watch For: Lack of transparency, constant delays, low quality samples, poor communication, and payment risks

  • Step by Step Process: From first outreach to sampling to placing your first bulk order

Format & Agenda (approx.)

  • 0:00 – 0:05 Welcome and Introduction

  • 0:05 – 0:20 How to Find a Manufacturer and Suppliers that Work with Major Brands

  • 0:20 – 0:35 My Mistakes and Lessons Learned about Production Costs and Timelines

  • 0:35 – 0:50 My Wins and Actionable Steps including Messaging and Red Flags

  • 0:50 – 1:00 Live Audience Q&A and Closing

Who Should Attend

  • Founders preparing to launch their first clothing brand or product line

  • Entrepreneurs struggling to find reliable manufacturers

  • Creatives who want to understand the production process from sample to bulk order

  • Anyone looking to save time, money, and stress when it comes to manufacturing

About BALIA ADARAE

Arsema Beshue is the founder of Twenty Four, a womenswear brand, and Studio 24, a resource hub for brand owners. With experience in growing a brand from scratch, she has navigated the ups and downs of finding manufacturers, creating samples, and scaling production. Arsema has also worked as a social media manager for Matte Brand and Samaria Leah Denim, giving her firsthand experience in building digital presence for fashion brands at different stages of growth.

She has built a community of more than 30K across social media and generated thousands in sales through both her clothing brand and digital resources. As a founder, she brings a transparent perspective on the real challenges of manufacturing and shares practical steps that help new brand owners avoid costly mistakes while building strong, long term relationships with factories.

FAQs

Do I need an existing brand or product line to attend?
No. Whether you’re brainstorming or already building, the insights apply at any stage.

Will this be interactive like a Zoom call?
This is a webinar. You can view and submit questions via Q&A; your camera/mic will not be active.

Will there be a recording?
No, this ticket is for live access only.

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