Boulder, Colo. – A group of textiles execs will offer insights into the paradigm shift in the industry during a panel discussion at Portland’s Functional Fabric Fair.
Scheduled for Wednesday, April 17 at 2:00 p.m. and hosted by textile industry communications agency Formidable Media, the “Designing for Circularity” panel will bring together experts in materials sourcing, textile finishes, trims, sustainability, recycling, natural materials, and more, to help designers, product developers, and brand representatives make the choices needed to become leaders in the future of sustainable products.
Panelists include:
- Daniel Uretsky, president, Allied Feather + Down
- Martin Flora, VP of business development, Green Theme Technologies
- Sarah Schlinger, R&D commercialization manager, Woolmark
- Sharon Perez, senior business development manager, Lenzing Group
- Brian La Plante, senior manager of sustainability, YKK
- Theresa McKenney, director of sustainability, Nemo Equipment
“Informed and innovative design is the first step in creating circular products, so today’s designers will be instrumental in creating a cleaner, more sustainable future,” said Scott Kaier, founder and president of Formidable Media.
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