"I am the Great & Powerful OZ"
or not.
I guess I don't forget much. The problem, of course, is remembering it when I need it - at least with my brain attached, I know it will come to me eventually.
Another place I would try to contact for industry leads or tips would be Titan industries (Makes/designs Betsey Johnson, LAMB, Badgley Mishka & Harajuku Lovers, among others):
Titan Industries, Inc.- Welcome - the worst that could happen is you could get the brush-off. Otherwise, they might have some advice for aspiring designers.