The Garment Industry Development Corporation
The Garment Industry Development Corporation is a non profit organization established in 1984 and is funded by the State of New York. Our mission is to strengthen and support local apparel manufacturing in New York. For the past twenty five years, the Garment Industry Development Corporation has evolved into a -service organization providing sourcing referrals to local apparel contractors, a Designer Development program "Showroom New York" that provides marketing support and a showroom for emerging designers who produce locally and training and technical assistance to New York apparel manufacturers and workers. The Garment Industry Development Corporation is the link between Designers and New York's Apparel Manufacturers.
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GIDC Sourcing Registration Link
GIDC Seminar Registration Form
GIDC Training Class Registration Form
GIDC - Looking for a Job
GIDC - Employer Placement Search
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Resources for Manufacturers
Resources for Designers
Resources for Start - Ups
NYC Business Assistance
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