U.S. Textile Industry Hails Significant Step By Trump Administration As De Minimis Loophole Closes For Chinese Imports

WASHINGTON, D.C. — May 1, 2025 — The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO), representing the full spectrum of U.S. textiles from fiber, yarn and fabrics to finished sewn products, issued the following statements from NCTO President and CEO Kim Glas and several U.S. textile executives in support of President Trump’s order closing de minimis for China, effective May 2.

Kim Glas , National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO) President and CEO:

“We are grateful to President Trump and his administration for closing the destructive de minimis loophole that has allowed unsafe and illegal Chinese goods—including goods made with forced labor—to flood the U.S. market duty-free and largely unchecked for years.

“This loophole, largely exploited by Chinese e-commerce giants and others to skirt U.S. tariffs, regulations and laws, has contributed to the closure of 28 textile mills in the past 22 months.

“The U.S. textile industry is a critical and strategic sector, supplying more than 8,000 products to the U.S. military, as well as industrial and commercial markets, while supporting local communities across country, and employing 471,000 workers nationwide.

“Today’s action by the administration is an important step forward to help rebalance the playing field for American manufacturers, preserve good-paying American manufacturing jobs, spur more investment and innovation in manufacturing facilities here at home, and close the backdoor to China once and for all.

“We urge the administration and Congress to move swiftly to end de minimis for commercial shipments from all countries to prevent circumvention and to make sure Made in China products cannot enter the United States through third countries. The U.S. textile industry stands ready to assist the administration as it continues its work to end the de minimis exemption and implement this critical provision.”

 

Anderson Warlick, Chairman and CEO of Parkdale Mills:

“The de minimis loophole has impacted our businesses and our workforce significantly. Roughly half of de minimis shipments contain textile and apparel products which get an unfair competitive advantage at our expense. Illegal products like fentanyl and products made with Uyghur forced labor come into the United States under the de minimis exemption, causing economic damage and impacting the lives of many Americans.

“I am pleased to see President Trump take action to eliminate de minimis for products from China, and I encourage the administration to end de minimis for imports from all countries so we textile manufacturers can compete on a more level playing field.”

Amy Bircher Bruyn, CEO & Founder of MMI Textiles:

“The de minimis loophole has wreaked havoc on the U.S. textile industry by enabling duty-free access for massive volumes of fast fashion imports, largely from China. This policy undermines American manufacturers who play a critical role in our national security and industrial resilience.

“At MMI Textiles, we employ 39 direct team members and support an additional 21 indirect workers — including a printer of camouflage patterns who operates exclusively within our NC facility, summer interns who represent the next generation of textile leaders, and specialized industry consultants. More broadly, through our robust contract manufacturing network, we directly support hundreds of jobs across the U.S. supply chain. Our company is a catalyst for employment and innovation in domestic textiles, producing essential components for U.S. military and law enforcement applications.

“The U.S. textile industry is vital to our nation’s industrial base. We supply the U.S. military, and during the COVID-19 pandemic, our industry pivoted rapidly to manufacture lifesaving PPE for frontline workers. Despite these contributions, the current de minimis threshold has created an unfair advantage for foreign competitors, particularly China, by allowing them to bypass duties and flood the market with underpriced goods — at the direct expense of American jobs.

“I am encouraged by President Trump’s commitment to ending de minimis eligibility for Chinese imports. I urge the administration to move swiftly to eliminate this loophole for all imports and restore a level playing field that protects U.S. manufacturing, jobs, and national security.”

Ron Sytz, CEO of Beverly Knits:

“I am truly thankful to President Trump for closing the de minimis loophole for Chinese imports. This loophole has been devastating to my family’s 44-year-old textile manufacturing business in Gastonia, North Carolina, forcing us to lay off 175 workers and significantly reduce capacity in our plants. We can’t compete against subsidized imports from China that enter the U.S. duty free through the de minimis loophole. With the administration’s action, our company which provides hundreds of jobs and supports our community and the U.S. economy, will once again have a level playing field that will allow us to expand, invest and hire more associates here in the United States.”

Posted: May 1, 2025

Source: The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO)

BW Converting To Showcase Sustainable Finishing Innovations At Techtextil North America 

GREEN BAY, Wis.— April 30, 2025 — Under its Baldwin brand, BW Converting will partner with Fi-Tech, Inc. at Techtextil North America to demonstrate its TexCoat™ G4 precision spray finishing system, an advanced, sustainable solution designed to reduce chemical waste, minimize water usage and cut energy consumption in textile manufacturing.

Held May 6-8 in Atlanta, Techtextil North America is the premier event for technical textiles and nonwovens in the United States. BW Converting will be present in the Fi-Tech booth A3207 to connect with textile professionals seeking to streamline operations while improving finishing quality and sustainability outcomes.

Rick Stanford, VP global business development at Baldwin

“We’re excited to bring the TexCoat G4 system to a North American audience alongside our valued partner Fi-Tech,” said Rick Stanford, Vice President of Global Business Development, Textiles, BW Converting. “This non-contact precision spray technology helps mills and finishers meet both environmental and performance goals by eliminating chemistry waste and enabling faster, more consistent production.”

The TexCoat G4 applies chemistry with pinpoint accuracy — on one or both sides of the fabric — with no contamination, overspray or dilution. By eliminating pad baths and reducing the frequency of changeovers, the system significantly improves operational efficiency.

Also featured at Techtextil North America will be BW Converting’s Baldwin Plasma Pure surface modification technology. Plasma Pure boosts adhesion and uptake in dyeing, coating and laminating processes by optimizing surface energy at the molecular level, without the need for added chemicals.

To learn more about Baldwin’s textile solutions and BW Converting’s full portfolio, visit bwconverting.com or stop by the Fi-Tech booth A3207 at Techtextil North America 2025.

Posted: May 1, 2025

Source: BW Converting / Barry-Wehmiller

KBR Selected As Key Commercialization Partner For Samsara Eco’s First-Of-A-Kind Enzymatic Recycling Plant

CANBERRA, Australia— April 30, 2025 — KBR announced today it will support biotech innovator, Samsara Eco, to design its first-of-a-kind plastics and textile enzymatic recycling plant, due for completion in early 2028.

Samsara Eco’s enzymatic recycling technology aims to create a continuous recycling loop for some of the most common types of plastic and synthetic fibre – materials that have traditionally been difficult or impossible to recycle. Powered by Samsara Eco’s proprietary AI platform, the company’s patented enzymes break down plastic to its original building blocks (monomers) which aim to allow plastics to be continuously remanufactured into new products without degradation in quality and with a low carbon footprint.

Unlike other recycling methods, Samsara Eco’s technology has demonstrated the recycling of notoriously difficult plastics, including nylon 6,6 and mixed fibres, as well as colored and dyed fabric blends. This breakthrough technology is expected to be critical towards achieving the goal of creating a circular loop for all plastics recycling, helping companies utilise resources and divert waste otherwise destined for landfills.

Under the terms of the agreement, KBR will perform a pre-FEED (front-end engineering design) of the project by the end of Q2 2025. KBR’s technical and commercial experts will then deliver a FEED engineering package for the process design to build a 20,000 metric tons per year commercial facility for nylon 6,6.

“KBR is uniquely equipped to deliver world-class solutions that help our customers bring sustainable technology to market, and we are thrilled to support Samsara Eco on this unique opportunity,” said Jay Ibrahim, President, KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions. “With this award, KBR continues to solidify our commitment to sustainability and technological innovation.”

Paul Riley, Founder and CEO of Samsara Eco commented, “We are charging full speed ahead to deliver our first-of-a-kind plant to fuel a circular economy and support our brand partners’ ambition to create more circular products from low-carbon recycled materials. KBR brings unmatched engineering expertise. This will ensure we can design and build our facility with speed and precision. We’re proud to have KBR in our corner, helping bring our technology to industrial scale.”

Samsara Eco is already working with leading brands including lululemon to swap virgin materials for recycled materials. Last year, it debuted the world’s first enzymatically recycled nylon 6,6 product. It also launched the first product made from enzymatically recycled polyester, creating lululemon’s limited edition Packable Anorak jacket.

At KBR, a sustainable future begins now.

Posted: May 1, 2025

Source: KBR

Dilo Systems GmbH And Kansan Group Partnership Announcement

MIAMI, Fla. — April 29, 2025 — Dilo Systems GmbH, a Germany-based manufacturer specializing in complete nonwoven lines, and Kansan Group, a Turkish manufacturer specializing in nonwoven converting lines, end-of-line solutions, and Wetlaid Nonwoven machinery, have signed a strategic partnership agreement to supply custom nonwoven lines. As part of this partnership, comprehensive solutions will be offered by integrating fiber preparation and carding equipment, wetlaid, hydroentanglement and needling lines, as well as converting and end-of-line equipment. Engineering work will be carried out by Dilo Systems GmbH as the main contractor.

This collaboration primarily focuses on specialized nonwoven markets, particularly for hygiene, medical, and technical applications. The production of specialized nonwovens consisting of short and long staple fiber layers is the goal. These nonwovens are typically made from cellulose pulp and carded materials. In hygiene and medical applications, short-cut cellulose materials play a critical role in absorbing and retaining liquids. When the fiber length drops below 12 mm, the faster flushability of cellulose material offers a significant advantage in terms of waste management.

Wetlaid pulp can be hydrodynamically shaped using headbox technology (flowlip, inclined wire), which can be designed according to demand.

Wetlaid products can be further processed with carded web layers and hydroentanglement, integrating into different production processes.

Kansan Materials has successfully established a production line capable of processing hybrid raw materials developed based on the latest hydrodynamic simulation calculations. This line is equipped with advanced software technologies that assist operators in managing production processes in a fully automated, computer-supported mode.

As the main contractor, Dilo Systems GmbH aims to enhance the efficiency of nonwoven production for the hygiene and medical sectors by integrating Kansan’s wet wipe converting lines and end-of-line equipment. In this scope, the integration of materials produced with Dilo’s “CycloPunch” and “MicroPunch” needling machines into Kansan’s wet wipe converting lines is planned. Kansan is a strong partner in this field, with its expertise and leading position in the industry.

This joint development process and marketing efforts lay an excellent foundation for offering complete lines that can produce carded and needle-punched, carded and hydroentangled, carded and wetlaid nonwovens, as well as combinations of these techniques.

With a vision of offering innovative and sustainable solutions in the nonwoven sector, this partnership aims to increase production efficiency while minimizing environmental impact. Dilo Systems GmbH and Kansan’s technical expertise provides faster, cost- effective production processes tailored to customer needs. Furthermore, solutions

have been developed in line with sustainability goals, such as energy efficiency and the use of recyclable materials. This collaboration is designed to create new opportunities in global markets, particularly in the hygiene, medical, and technical sectors, while expanding our reach to a broader customer base.

Posted: May 1, 2025

Source: Dilo Systems GmbH / Kansan Group

The Martindale Motion: A New Era In Abrasion And Pilling Testing From James Heal

HALIFAX, UK — April 30, 2025 — Achieve higher productivity and efficiency cost savings in abrasion and pilling testing with James Heal’s latest innovation, the Martindale Motion. A re-imagined 9-station Martindale instrument with individual lifting heads, offering the flexibility to run each station independently for different textile tests concurrently.

James Heal’s Martindale in Motion

Historically having worked with Dr Martindale of WIRA in the 1940s, James Heal created the Martindale test instrument as we know it today and has continued its innovation ever since. When the Martindale hit 80 years of existence, the team at James Heal decided it was time to take a fresh look at this classic instrument, elevating it to the next level.

Speed, efficiency, and as you would expect precision, accuracy and user-safety, were put at the heart of the strategy for the next chapter of the Martindale. Following three years of research, engineering design, stringent testing and critical evaluation, the next generation of Martindale has arrived.

Multiple textiles can now be tested at the same time through to conclusion without intervention. Once set up the Martindale Motion can be left running with the sample holders automatically lifting at the required evaluation points, freeing up the operator’s time to do other work without the need to return until the abrasion or pilling test is fully completed, including overnight.

Each sample is kept in-tact at the end point for evaluation and checking, reducing queries on grading, and the potential need for re-testing. With the addition of sophisticated new features, further refinements include a new hinged access to change the self-aligning drive pins, allowing quick and safe switching between tests.

Designed and manufactured in the UK, the James Heal Martindale range has seen numerous updates, new models and innovations over the years such as touchscreen and user-friendly software, best-in-class safety features combined with the signature near silent running of this lab staple instrument. Add to that the introduction of the DurAbrasion multi-function testing machine, later followed by the market-leading evolution, the AquAbrasion wet abrasion tester launched in 2019.

Posted: May 1, 2025

Source: James Heal

Reliance Industries Secures Legal Victory In Trademark Dispute Over Selling Apparel Under ‘Vimal’ Brand Name

AHMEDABAD, India — May 1, 2025 — In a significant trademark ruling, Ludhiana-based Jaipal Gaba and his firm Mack Hosiery have been barred from using the ‘Vimal’ trademark on their products, with the court affirming that the rights to the ‘Vimal’ brand belong exclusively to Reliance Industries Limited (RIL).

The Gujarat High Court recently upheld an order issued earlier by a Commercial Court in Ahmedabad, which had restrained Jaipal Gaba and Mack Hosiery from selling apparel under the brand names ‘Vimal,’ ‘Vimal Jonney,’ and ‘Mack Vimal.’ The action followed a lawsuit filed by RIL for trademark infringement.

RIL, in its 2021 suit, asserted exclusive ownership of the ‘Vimal’ trademark, a brand it has actively used since 1967 and registered under Class 24 (textile and textile goods). The company highlighted the significant investments made over decades to build the brand, including major endorsements by film and cricket celebrities.

The complaint noted that Jaipal Gaba and Mack Hosiery, which retail their products through various online platforms, were prominently using the ‘Vimal’ trademark for similar products like apparel, ready-made garments, T-shirts, and shirts. RIL also alleged that Gaba’s products used the ‘Reliance’ name alongside ‘Vimal,’ compounding the trademark infringement.

In response, Gaba contested the suit’s maintainability, arguing that the Ahmedabad court lacked jurisdiction since his business operations are based in Punjab and other states. Gaba maintained that his rights stemmed from a separate registration of the ‘Vimal’ brand under Class 25 (covering clothing, footwear, and headgear) by Milap Hosiery, with records dating back to 1976. He cited an assignment deed from 1986 transferring usage rights to him and noted registrations of ‘Vmark,’ ‘Vimal Jonney,’ and ‘Mack Vimal’ between 2016 and 2018, backed by user details from 1993.

Following a preliminary hearing, the court observed that although RIL’s and Gaba’s products fall under different trademark classes, they are typically sold in the same retail spaces and are closely associated. Given RIL’s longstanding use and brand recognition, the court established RIL as the prior user of the ‘Vimal’ trademark.

The court further ruled that the similarity between the marks could cause confusion among consumers, particularly since RIL’s brand has strong nationwide visibility, whereas Gaba’s market presence is more limited. The court stated, “The plaintiff’s case for passing off under Section 135 read with Section 27(2) of the Trademarks Act is prima facie made out,” and found that the defendant’s use of ‘Vimal,’ ‘Mack Vimal,’ and ‘Vimal Jonney’ was deceptive and infringed upon RIL’s goodwill.

The Gujarat High Court subsequently upheld the commercial court’s stay, strengthening RIL’s trademark protection for its iconic ‘Vimal’ brand.

Posted: May 1, 2025

Source: Reliance Industries Limited

Improving Productivity And Efficiency (IPE) Taps Industry Veteran Dan Teel To Expand Sales Of Manufacturing Solutions

GREENVILLE, S.C. — April 29, 2025 — — IPE, experts in Improving the Productivity and Efficiency of apparel, furniture, and other labor-intensive manufacturers, announces the appointment of Danny (Dan) Teel as an Independent Sales Consultant for the North and Central American apparel and related sewn products industries.

Dan Teel

Mr. Teel brings over 25 years of relevant industry experience as a manufacturing executive, operations director, plant manager, engineer, and consultant for leading brands, including Brooks Brothers, Valley Forge Flag, Fox River Mills, and others. His experience with incentive payroll, engineering, shop floor control, and other manufacturing solutions uniquely qualifies him to help diverse manufacturers realize the far-ranging benefits of IPE’s daily (IP-Batch™) and advanced real-time (IP-Realtime™) systems.

In his new role, Dan will also leverage his deep industry experience to offer focused engineering services to prospective and new clients, enabling them to accelerate the time required to achieve maximum benefits from IPE solutions.

“We are excited to have Dan representing IPE and our solutions,” said IPE Founder & Managing Partner Brad Mikes. “Along with achieving legendary results in his prior corporate and consulting roles, he shares our customer-centric culture. We look forward to him expanding sales and empowering clients to achieve the full power of our systems.”

“I am pleased with the opportunity to work with IPE and my current and future industry friends,” added Dan Teel. “I am confident in my ability to help clients and contribute to IPE’s success. I look forward to continuing my career-long support for the sewn products industry in this hemisphere”.

Posted: May 1, 2025

Source: IPE – Improving Productivity and Efficiency

Advanced Textiles Association® (ATA): Women In Textiles Go Big In The Big Apple

ROSEVILLE, MN — May 1, 2025 — ATA’s 7th annual Women in Textiles Summit took place March 31–April 2 where an engaging and dynamic event took place in New York City. 140 attendees gathered at the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) for two full days of industry content, confidence building, networking, workshops and more.

A welcome reception kicked off the event to begin networking and provide a chance for over 80 first time attendees to get to know the group prior to programming. Shanya Scott from AATCC discussed her experience, “As a first-time attendee and as someone newer to the textile industry, it was a truly invaluable experience! The conference fostered intentional networking and deeper conversations throughout each day.”

FIT graciously hosted this event at their conference center in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan where attendees were greeted by emcee and presenter, Tina VanSteenbergen. Tina began with a session on “debunking the confidence myth” and the valuable perspective that confidence is a spectrum, and not something that can be turned on and off. The rest of the day’s sessions focused on a variety of topics such as sustainability, imposter syndrome and bridging the industry and academia gap. Samantha Marion, TVF, Inc. said, “[I] really enjoyed each session. I’ll be taking home so many new tools and friends.”

Industry sessions included a session on understanding 3D material creation from W.L. Gore & Associates Textile Engineer, Christina Rapa who reviewed benefits of 3D design software to enhance efficiency in prototyping and innovation. Jasmine Cox-Wade from the Textile Technology Center at Gaston College also led an update on sustainable practices and trends in textiles along with a spotlight series on how three companies in attendance are doing their part.

Other event highlights included workshops and tours provided by FIT such as working with their natural dye garden, weaving recycled materials and infusing scents into fabric. “[I] loved the FIT workshops [and] hands-on ways to learn more we don’t always have exposure to,” stated Lindsey Hynek from Lectra. Active networking discussions, student posters, lively receptions and more also filled the days and evenings with a variety of content creating ample movement and opportunities to connect.

Engaging with the next generation is also a crucial part of networking. With this, FIT students were able to join the conference and listen into sessions throughout the day and join discussions with attendees, giving them the chance to network as the future of textile professionals, “I really enjoyed the education panels and discussions, I also got a lot out of the networking and speaking to many strong and empowering women!” stated FIT student, Andie Zion.

Day two of programming began with a discussion on how to navigate competition into community and to establish healthy relationships with women in the workplace, asking the question—who is on your team? A panel later took place titled, “Beyond the Runway: Bridging Industry and Academia in Textiles.” This discussion included a recent graduate, textile professionals and FIT professor offering advice and guidance on how industry can connect and support students into their careers. Finally, FIT graduate, Nicole Meier, Director of Product Marketing at Pantone ended the day with the crucial message to trust your gut, because intuition is a superpower.

The summit opened and closed with a Word Cloud for attendees to assess how they felt going into and leaving the conference. Some popular words and phrases as the event concluded were, “community”, “Inspiration”, “confidence” and “connection.” Participants left with a sense of invigoration and motivation both professionally and personally. As stated by Shanya, “I was able to learn from so many women across sectors, generations, and years of experience. I recommend anyone attend who’s looking for comradery, guidance, and building connections with supportive women in the textile industry. Can’t wait for the next one!”

Women in Textiles Summit will be back in 2026! Stay tuned for an update on dates and location.

Posted: May 1, 2025

Source: Advanced Textiles Association® (ATA)

Innovative Sustainable Fashion Leader Liz Hershfield Named CCI Executive Director

WASHINGTON, D.C. — May 1, 2025 — Fashion industry veteran and sustainability expert Liz Hershfield will lead Cotton Council International (CCI), the export promotion arm of the National Cotton Council of America (NCC), as its new Executive Director. Hershfield succeeds Bruce Atherley, who retired at the end of March.

Liz Hershfield

“Strong leadership and innovative strategies are essential to maintaining U.S. cotton’s competitive edge,” NCC President & CEO Gary Adams said. “Liz is well poised to enhance COTTON USA™ programs by communicating U.S. cotton’s benefits, giving U.S. cotton growers more opportunities to thrive in the complex global market.”

Hershfield’s specialized expertise in sustainability, global sourcing, product development and end-to-end supply chain strategy, alongside extensive experience with U.S. cotton, will advance CCI in leading the world to cotton’s next level through its COTTON USA™ brand and help drive global U.S. cotton initiatives.

“There’s never been a more important time to champion U.S. cotton,” Hershfield said. “U.S. cotton has an incredible story to tell—rooted in quality, innovation and an unwavering commitment to sustainability, underscored by trust earned through reliable COTTON USA™ partnerships.

I’m honored to join the talented team at CCI to bolster growth in demand and preference for U.S. cotton across the global textile supply chain.”

Throughout her distinguished career, Hershfield has spearheaded supply chain and sustainability initiatives for globally established brands such as J.Crew, Madewell and Gap Inc. She also founded Green-ish, a consultancy that helps businesses navigate the complexities of environmental, social and governance (ESG) and supply chain management.

Her contributions to sustainable fashion have earned her widespread recognition, including the prestigious Textile Exchange Ryan Young Climate+ Award for her pioneering regenerative cotton program supporting U.S. cotton farmers. Hershfield was also honored with The Lead’s “The Direct 60” award and named to the Rivet 50 Index for her leadership in the denim industry.

In her new role as CCI Executive Director, Hershfield will leverage her vast experience with U.S. cotton and her proven track record in sustainable fashion and supply chain management to globally elevate “The COTTON USA™ Difference” of superior U.S. cotton plus unrivalled partnership across the global textile supply chain.

Posted: May 1, 2025

Source: Cotton Council International (CCI)

NCTO Elects Chuck Hall, President And CEO Of Barnet, As Chairman; Amy Bircher Bruyn, CEO And Founder Of MMI Textiles, As Vice Chair

WASHINGTON, D.C. — April 30, 2025 — The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO), representing the full spectrum of U.S. textiles from fiber through finished sewn products, held its officer elections for fiscal year 2025 at its annual meeting March 24-27.

NCTO has elected Chuck Hall, President and CEO of Barnet, as Chairman; and Amy Bircher Bruyn, CEO and Founder of MMI Textiles, Inc., as Vice Chair.

In addition to the appointment of a new chairman and vice chair, NCTO elected chairs for each of its five councils. NCTO is comprised of five councils to ensure a broad representation of the industry supply chain. Each council has an allotted number of members who are elected to the association’s Board of Directors, in addition to the Executive Committee.

NCTO President and CEO Kim Glas

“I am pleased to announce our new officers, council chairs, and board and executive committee members for NCTO’s 2025 fiscal year,” said NCTO President and CEO Kim Glas. “I want to thank our new Chairman Chuck Hall and Vice Chair Amy Bircher Bruyn who have been actively engaged in NCTO advocacy and are now stepping into these critical roles as well as contributing to the Board and NCTO. As we navigate the challenging times ahead, their input and leadership will be invaluable, and we will work together to advocate for policies that help maintain and grow the U.S. textile industry and our Western Hemisphere partners and defeat policies that are detrimental to this vibrant domestic supply chain, employing more than 470,000 workers. “

Elected as NCTO Chairman and Vice Chair for 2025:

  • Chairman
    • Chuck Hall, President and CEO of Barnet. Barnet is based in Spartanburg, South Carolina, a 125-year-old manufacturer of technical textiles.
  • Vice Chair
    • Amy Bircher Bruyn, CEO and Founder of MMI Textiles, Inc. MMI Textiles, based in Brooklyn, Ohio, a global supplier of industrial and custom fabrics and textile components, established in 1997.

Elected to the NCTO Board of Directors during the various Council meetings were the following:

  • Fiber Council –
    • David Adkins of Lenzing;
    • Geoffrey Hietpas, The LYCRA Company; and
    • David Poston, Palmetto Synthetics.
  • Yarn Council –
    • Chris Alt, American & Efird;
    • Marc Doyon, Gildan;
    • Justin Ferdinand, Kentwool;
    • Tim Manson, Meridian Dyed Yarn Group;
    • Eric Noe of Buhler Quality Yarns; and
    • Jay Todd of Service Thread.
  • Fabric and Home Products Council –
    • Allen Jacoby, Milliken & Company;
    • James McKinnon of Cotswold Industries;
    • Leib Oehmig of Glen Raven;
    • Bill Rogers, Mount Vernon:
    • Dan Russian Sage Automotive; and
    • Walter Spiegel, Standard Textile.
  • Finished Textiles and Apparel Products Council –
    • Gabrielle Ferrara of Ferrara Manufacturing;
    • Marisa Fumei-South of Two-One-Two New York (Alternate).
  • Industry Support Council –
    • Todd Bassett of Fi-Tech;
    • Greg Duncan of American Truetzschler; and
    • Jim Reed of YKK Corp.

Elected by their respective Councils to serve on the Executive Committee were:

  • David Adkins, Lenzing; Justin Ferdinand, Kentwool;
  • Jay Todd, Service Thread;
  • Allen Jacoby, Milliken & Company;
  • James McKinnon, Cotswold Industries;
  • Gabrielle Ferrara, Ferrara Manufacturing; and
  • Todd Bassett, Fi-Tech.

NCTO Chairman Chuck Hall has elected additional executives to serve on the Executive Committee: Charles Heilig, Parkdale Mills and NCTO immediate past chairman; Norman Chapman, Inman Mills; Jackie Ferrari, American Fashion Network; John Maness, Gildan; Brian Rosenstein, TSG Finishing; and Anderson Warlick, Parkdale, Inc.

Elected Council Chairs:

  • Fiber Council: David Adkins of Lenzing
  • Yarn Council: Justin Ferdinand of Kentwool
  • Fabric and Home Products Council: Allen Jacoby of Milliken & Company
  • Finished Textiles and Apparel Products Council: Gabrielle Ferrara of Ferrara Manufacturing
  • Industry Support Council: Todd Bassett of Fi-Tech

In addition to the chair and vice chair, NCTO also elected the following officers for the upcoming fiscal year:

  • President & CEO – Kim Glas, NCTO
  • Treasurer – Robin Haynes, NCTO
  • Secretary – Sara Beatty, NCTO

Posted: April 30, 2025

Source: The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO)

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