AAPN and it's members are pleased to host the 2026 Carolina Mill Tour. The purpose of this tour is to highlight and educate attendees about fabric and trim capabilities in the U.S. Target audience: Brands/Retailers interested in sourcing production in the Western Hemisphere. AAPN reserves the right to determine eligibility. Who should attend: Supply Chain/Sourcing/Product Development/Design talent (all levels) newer to the region or early in their career who want to acquaint or reacquaint themselves with current capabilities in the U.S.…

INDA is proud to announce the third annual Washington, D.C. INDA Advocacy and Fly-in Summit cohosted with ISSA, the Worldwide Cleaning Organization’s Clean Advocacy Summit coming in the spring of 2026. The event will take place at the Royal Sonesta Washington, D.C. Capitol Hill, on the grounds of the U.S. Capitol, and Congressional Office Buildings March 23-24, 2026. The INDA Advocacy and Fly-in Summit will feature a day of advocate training, policy briefings, and nonwovens-specific breakout sessions to kick off…

The goal of the ATA Women in Textiles Summit is to strengthen the advancement of women in the textile industry through an interactive forum that provides education, networking and dialogue about important issues affecting women in business.

Following the resounding success of our inaugural AI conference in August 2024, we are designing this second event to be even more impactful—offering deeper insights, state-of-the-art applications, and actionable strategies. Informed by attendee feedback and a recent needs survey, the 2026 program will focus on the real-world impact of AI across the textile and fashion value chain. As AI continues to transform our industries, understanding and embracing its role is no longer optional—it’s essential for staying relevant and driving innovation.…

The Synthetic Yarn and Fabric Association is a non-profit organization comprised of individuals affiliated with the synthetic yarn and fiber industry. Representation in the industry includes fiber producers, texturizers, staple yarn manufacturers, fabric producers for apparel, automotive, upholstery, and industrial markets. Additionally, raw material suppliers, equipment manufacturers, and service providers related to the industry are valuable contributors to the organization.

Functional Fabric Fair powered by PERFORMANCE DAYS®, returns to the Oregon Convention Center in Portland, April 7–9, 2026, delivering three days of forward-focused education alongside sourcing for the Spring 2027/2028 seasons. The event opens April 7 with the highly anticipated Day 0 Sustainability Workshop, followed by two full days of exhibit hall sourcing and Expert Talks programming on April 8–9. Designers, product developers and material decision-makers will gain actionable insight into performance innovation, regulatory shifts and circular solutions shaping the…

SPESA’s Advancements in Manufacturing Technologies Conference is a one-day event packed with educational sessions for you and your team to learn about the new ideas, solutions, and technology available for the sewn products industry. ​ The conference is designed specifically for sewn products manufacturers, brands, retailers, suppliers, and industry stakeholders to hear directly from the technology providers responsible for what’s on the horizon when it comes to new innovations and advancements in manufacturing soft goods.