Apricot Lane Boutique Strengthens Management Team With Retail Industry Leader Chris Lanning

VACAVILLE, Calif. — September 4, 2018 — Apricot Lane Boutique — a women’s fashion boutique franchise offering branded apparel, accessories and gifts in 75+ stores around the country — has brought on 30-year retail industry veteran Chris Lanning as president of retail to enhance the continued success of franchisees as the brand experiences national growth momentum.

Lanning brings Apricot Lane extensive experience from previous senior leadership roles at worldwide retail brands, including GAP Inc., DSW Inc., Victoria’s Secret and Bath & Body Works. Through an independent consulting practice, Lanning has also lent expertise to various prestigious brands across multiple retail segments. He was inspired to join the burgeoning brand after learning of their innovative, locally-driven business model and commitment to making an impact.

In his latest role as president of retail for Apricot Lane, Lanning will leverage his expertise to help franchisees maximize sales potential within the four walls of their boutiques, focusing on merchandising and customer presentation. Lanning will provide new and existing franchisees with the proper tools, resources and guidance to enhance the brand’s overall customer experience.

“I’ve been fortunate to work with a number of global brands, but there was something special about Apricot Lane’s approach to women’s retail that made me want to be a part of it,” Lanning said. “In today’s multi-channel era, price is not the sole factor in driving purchase intent. Providing unique, on-brand customer experiences — connecting with people — is more important than ever before. Apricot Lane offers a special and engaging in-store experience. I’m looking forward to working with franchisees on creative ways to heighten that experience; all designed to optimize sustainable profitable sales and build brand awareness.”

Lanning discovered Apricot Lane by way of 3Strands — a non-for-profit foundation founded by Ken Petersen, founder of Apricot Lane, dedicated to combatting human trafficking. Impressed by Apricot Lane’s commitment to making an impact locally and internationally, Lanning saw an opportunity to dive into a business where his strengths and passion lined up. The addition of Lanning to the Apricot Lane leadership team comes on the heels of the company’s announcement in 2017 to appoint Patrick Stewart, who also boasts an impressive resume with big-name retailer brands, as CEO.

With more than 75 locations across the country, each Apricot Lane boutique is locally owned, and carries a uniquely-curated selection of merchandise that features a mix of established and up-and-coming brands, many of which are not yet available in traditional retail stores. Apricot Lane’s network of franchise owners serve as individual, expert fashion merchandise buyers, and are given the freedom to fill their boutique with merchandise that keeps up with their community’s sense of style. Franchisees also take advantage of vendor-leveraged discounts, allowing them to sell new, quality styles at affordable prices.

“At Apricot Lane, we are dedicated to empowering our franchisees to be their best self by helping them run a unique local business. We don’t set rules when it comes to the merchandise, but offer franchisees the support and guidance they need to successfully operate their business,” Stewart said. “Chris will serve as yet another expert resource on our leadership team, and we are certain his knowledge and experience in the retail industry will help propel our franchisees toward greater success.”

Posted September 5, 2018

Source: Apricot Lane Boutique

Terra Firma, Himadri Announce Carbon Black Distribution Partnership

BALTIMORE, Md. — September 4, 2018 — The Terra Firma Co. is pleased to announce that it has been chosen by Himadri Carbon Black as its exclusive distributor for select end use markets in Northeastern, Southeastern and Southwestern United States effective September 6, 2018.

Anurag Choudhary, CEO, Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd., commented: “We are excited to partner with Terra Firma for the carbon black grades with applications in Plastics, Inks, Coatings, Wire & Cable. Terra Firma’s strong presence in multi-regional specialty chemicals has made it a natural choice for us. I am also pleased to share that we have undertaken significant capacity expansion of our specialty carbon facility. Our proven product line-up combined with Terra Firma’s partnership will make a compelling value proposition for US companies while sourcing carbon black. I am sure that our exclusive partnership with Terra Firma will be a long and successful one.”

Himadri Carbon Black is a division of Himadri Specialty Chemical Ltd., a leading supplier of carbon-based products based in Kolkata, India. It is one of the few global companies with an integrated raw material base for carbon black, giving it a highly consistent feedstock for its wide range of specialty and commodity product grades. David Behan, CEO of Terra Firma, commented, “We are extremely pleased to have been chosen to represent Himadri across our entire twenty-four state geography — from Maine to New Mexico. Given the current supply constraints of carbon black, we believe U.S. manufacturers will be excited to have a new source for their carbon black needs. Himadri, with its global operations and a broad portfolio of carbon black products is ideally positioned to support the North American market.”

The Terra Firma Company is a super multi-regional specialty chemicals distributor offering stability to chemical suppliers and customers in an evolving world. The company services its 24 states with 24 seasoned sales personnel and 12 distribution centers. Terra Firma utilizes three full service regional customer service centers (Boston/Baltimore/Dallas) to support its regionally based business model. The company covers a wide array of chemical markets, including C.A.S.E. (coatings, adhesives, sealants & elastomers), plastics, construction, food, personal care, cosmetics, graphic arts, oil & gas, rubber, textiles and others.

Posted September 5, 2018

Source: The Terra Firma Company

Amazon Fashion Launches J.Crew Mercantile

SEATTLE — September 5, 2018 — Amazon Fashion announces the arrival of J.Crew Mercantile on Amazon. For the first time, starting today customers in the U.S. shopping for fashion on Amazon have access to a wide selection of J.Crew Mercantile, further enhancing the robust fashion selection available on Amazon.

The curated Fall ’18 assortment from J.Crew Mercantile focuses on great style at great value and is available to customers through a dedicated storefront at amazon.com/jcrew. Specializing in reimagined classics, everyday necessities and statement pieces at friendly prices, the Mercantile assortment also features customer-loved J.Crew favorites, including classic field jackets, denim and outerwear pieces, to name a few, all under $300. The selection is available with convenient free shipping options for all customers, and in addition, Prime members have access to FREE Two-Day shipping, and more, across Mercantile selection.

“From seasonal trends to everyday essentials across known and emerging brands, we are delighted to offer our customers selection for all their wearing occasions,” said Michelle Rothman, Vice President of Amazon Fashion. “ no quote We are thrilled to partner with J.Crew, an iconic brand our customers love, to offer Mercantile and thereby make it even easier to access great styles and premium selection. We are focused on continually enhancing our assortment and innovating the shopping experience to enable fashion discovery and inspiration on Amazon, and we are excited about the opportunities we see ahead for customers and brands alike.”

Aaron Rose, J.Crew chief of Emerging Business, said, “J Crew’s mission to engage our customers wherever they want to shop makes Amazon the right partner for J.Crew Mercantile. Their broad-reaching shopping destination supported by our shared interest in service and convenience will introduce the initial collection of colorful everyday basics and fashion to a new audience. We look forward to working together to expand the Mercantile Shop on Amazon and help our customers build their wardrobes.”

This partnership is a natural extension of J.Crew’s mission to be where people are shopping and is an exciting opportunity for Amazon Fashion to represent an iconic American brand.

Posted September 5, 2018

Source: Amazon.com Inc.

National Safety Apparel Offers Heavyweight Zip Front FR Sweatshirt

CLEVELAND — September 5, 2018 — National Safety Apparel offers the Heavyweight pullover FR Sweatshirt, available in navy and grey, and in zip front and crew neck styles. At 14.25 oz., the soft AR/FR fleece provides warmth on even the coldest days. The generous cut of this sweatshirt allows for unrestricted movement while the rib knit cuffs and waistband keep it in place and prevent riding. A large drawstring hood fits over standard hard hats and has cord locks to keep the hood cinched in place. Made in the USA, this dual hazard sweatshirt provides offers durable CAT 3 protection with an arc rating of 28 cal/cm2, and is UL Certified to NFPA 2112 for flash fire. Warm and comfortable, this is the FR sweatshirt you’ve been looking for.

Posted September 5, 2018

Source: National Safety Apparel

ITMA Asia + CITME 2018 Exhibitor Preview: Novibra

BOSKOVICE, Czech Republic — September 5, 2018 — Novibra will present the latest innovations in spindle technology at the forthcoming ITMA Asia + CITME 2018. The exhibition is held in Shanghai from October 15 to 19, 2018 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center. Novibra highly welcomes the interested visitors in hall 1, booth D01.

Novibra, based in the Czech Republic, is a trend setter in spindle technology and the biggest spindle producer worldwide. Since the revolutionary High Precision Spindle (HPS) concept introduction 30 years back, the company has been continuously launching innovative products for the modern spinning mills to the market. Novibras’ goal is to bring beneficial and customized solutions to the customers helping them to keep their leading position in the market.

Among the biggest issues of the textile industry today is the demand for energy savings and the call for reduction of maintenance costs in the mill. Novibra is looking forward to discussing with the customers the new products that are reflecting this trend.

LENA: The energy saving spindle LENA has been designed for the highest speeds with the main goal of achieving lower energy consumption. It features Novibra premium double damping system for minimum neck bearing load and the unique LENA spindle bearings with 5,8 and 3 mm diameters only. As a result the lower friction of the bearings and reduced spindle wharve diameter bring an energy saving in the average of 4 to 6%.

CROCOdoff and CROCOdoff Forte: The new generation of clamping crowns, introduce genuine doffing without underwinding. The crowns work automatically depending on the spindle speed change and therefore, there is no significant adjustment on the machine needed. The major advantages are lower after doff end down rate and minimized fiber fly; leading to reduction of maintenance costs, waste and due to reduced air friction also of energy consumption.

Posted September 5, 2018

Source: Novibra Boskovice s.r.o.

U.S. Department Of Commerce, Bureau Of Industry And Security Issues Report On U.S. Textile And Apparel Industry

WASHINGTON — August 29, 2018 — The long awaited report from the U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) assessing the U.S. textile and apparel industry was released last week.

The 180-page report, the 2017 Defense Industrial Base Assessment of the U.S. Textile and Apparel Industry, can be viewed at: https://www.bis.doc.gov/index.php/forms-documents/technology-evaluation/2262-bis-defense-industrual-base-assessment-of-the-u-s-textile-and-apparel-industry-2017/file

The report addresses numerous areas of interest to the textile industry.  Highlights on the “U.S. Government Participation and the Berry and Kissell Amendments” are on pages 18-19.  Industry recommendations are on pages 148-149.

A companion report assessing the U.S. footwear sector was also released.  It can be viewed at: https://www.bis.doc.gov/index.php/forms-documents/technology-evaluation/2261-bis-defense-industrial-base-assessment-of-the-u-s-footwear-industry-2017.

A National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO) representative said: “We welcome the study and see lots of detailed data about the industry in the report. NCTO is very pleased the study was conducted and thank the government for their efforts.”

Posted September 4, 2018

Source: National Council Of Textile Organizations

Academy Of Art University’s Fashion Show And Showroom At New York Fashion Week

SAN FRANCISCO — September 4, 2018 — The School of Fashion at Academy of Art University is proud to announce the debut of SS/19 and FW/19 collections during New York Fashion Week at Pier 59 Studios. The runway show will introduce a new generation of designers, providing a platform to showcase their talent, determination, and hard work during the globally revered fashion week.

Since 2005, the School of Fashion has presented collections created by select students and recent graduates during New York Fashion Week. This year, seventeen designers from the Master of Fine Arts degree programs will present a total of eleven womenswear and two menswear collections; three of the thirteen collections were created through collaborations in textile, knitwear, and fashion design. The collections will debut on Saturday, September 8th at 8:00PM at Pier 59 Studios. The 2019 collections will be viewed by an audience of national and international media, fashion industry executives, recruiters and fellow designers.

This is also the first season that the School of Fashion will host a two-day showroom in New York, allowing industry professionals to view the collections and designers’ portfolios up close, and to meet the designers in person. The showroom is at Kimball Studio — 78, 5th Avenue, 10th floor, New York City — on Monday, September 10th and Tuesday, September 11th, from 9:00AM – 7:00PM

“The collections reflect the designers’ abilities to explore their individual spirit while mastering their craft,” said Simon Ungless, Executive Director of the School of Fashion. “They’ve honored the essence of our industry and carry conscientious practices into textile design, three-dimensional design, tailoring, and construction techniques; at the same time, they’ve intelligently integrated the use of technology and sustainable concepts into their work. It has been a pleasure for all of us in the School of Fashion to mentor them through their fashion education, both onsite and online; we look forward to watching them forge their careers through the industry.”

Posted September 4, 2018

Source: Academy Of Art University

Back To Seoul: JEC Asia Gathers The Composites Industry In Korea For Its 11th Edition

PARIS — September 4, 2018 — After the record-breaking figures of the 2017 edition that marked the move of JEC Asia from Singapore to Seoul, the event is returning to the capital city of the Republic of Korea with a strong program, not only on the exhibition floor, but also in the conference sessions and all services at the disposal of every attendee.

“We are very grateful for the support of the industry, government bodies, and academics, regarding the evolution of JEC Asia, that has led to the success of the platform,” said Christian Strassburger, events director Asia for JEC Group. “Indeed, 90 percent of the show floor is already booked which bodes well for the preparation of the event.”

“On top of that, the event is truly international, as 45 percent of the exhibitors are coming from outside Asia. JEC Asia will welcome pavilions from Germany, France, Italy, Japan, China and Singapore, as well as the major composite clusters in Korea.” He added.

Focus On The Automotive Industry

The future of mobility is a hot topic for composite materials and JEC Asia will represent, promote and provide information about the increasing integration of composites in automotive developments.
Numerous programs will be offered, such as a whole day conference on Composites in Automotive, a Leadership Composites Circle, an Auto Planet, showcasing parts, a B2B meetings program, a JEC Innovation Award category and Composites tours (site visits of composite-related facilities).

Finally, for the second time, JEC Asia will host the International Carbon Festival, organized by KCTECH and the Jeonju region, with top-notch conferences and international speakers.

Key Figures 2017

  • +230 companies;
  • 6,271 professional visits;
  • 43 speakers;
  • 42 countries represented;
  • 12 JEC Innovation Awards;
  • 400 B2B meetings; and
  • 2 Composites Tour.

Posted September 4, 2018

Source: JEC Group

Applied DNA Announces $1.65 Million Private Placement Of Secured Convertible Notes

STONY BROOK, N.Y.  — September 4, 2018 — Applied DNA Sciences Inc., a large-scale PCR-based DNA manufacturing company, today announced the closing in the amount of $1.65 million of secured convertible notes by way of a non-brokered private placement with accredited investors and certain members of its management team and Board of Directors, led by its chairman, president and CEO. The company expects to use the proceeds for general corporate purposes.

“This investment enhances our balance sheet and supports our pursuit of pre-commercial revenue opportunities in the synthetic textile, pharmaceutical and legal cannabis markets that we believe will further diversify our revenue streams beyond our core cotton market,” said Dr. James A. Hayward, chairman, president and chief executive officer of Applied DNA. “Having demonstrated success in penetrating large and developing markets with substantial issues with supply chain security, such as the U.S. cotton supply chain, our growing penetration of non-commodity markets offer a path to revenue growth. I want to thank the participating members of the management team, Board of Directors and outside investors for their very strong vote of confidence in the company’s vision, growth strategy and market opportunity.”

The notes were issued on August 31, 2018, mature on August 30, 2021, and, carry a coupon of 6.00 percent, payable semi-annually either in cash, or in kind. Each note, including interest, is convertible at the option of the holder at any time prior to maturity into shares of Common Stock at a conversion price of $2.50 per share. The company has the right to require the holders of the Notes to convert the Notes, including interest, into shares of Common Stock at a conversion price of $2.50 per share in the event that the company’s closing share price exceeds $3.50 for 20 consecutive trading days. The Notes will be secured by substantially all assets of the company.

Posted September 4, 2018

Source: Applied DNA Sciences

Orion Engineered Carbons Announces Executive Transition

LUXEMBOURG — September 4, 2018 — Orion Engineered Carbons S.A., a worldwide supplier of specialty and high-performance carbon black, today announced that Jack L. Clem, 65, who has served as CEO since 2011, will retire from his role. He will be nominated to join the Board of Directors and during a transition period will act as an advisor to the company. Corning F. Painter, 55, a longtime senior executive formerly at Air Products and Chemicals Inc., was named CEO. He will also be nominated to join the Board of Directors.

“It has been my sincere pleasure to work with Jack Clem over the last several years,” said Dan F. Smith, chairman of Orion’s Board of Directors. “Under Jack’s leadership, Orion has firmly strengthened its position as a world leader in Carbon Black, establishing a standard for excellence and delivering industry-leading performance. On behalf of Orion’s Board of Directors and all of its employees, I want to thank Jack for his immeasurable contributions and look forward to a continuing, mutually fruitful relationship as we welcome him to the Board of Orion.

“At the same time, we are delighted to welcome Corning Painter to the Orion family. He brings decades of international experience managing financial and operational performance, delivering shareholder value, and inspiring teams,” continued Smith. Painter, a seasoned senior executive, previously ran Air Products’ $8 billion industrial gas business, the principle business of the publicly-traded Fortune 250 industrial gas company. He was identified during a broad executive search process and stood out because of his track record in the international chemical industry.

“It is with complete confidence that I transition the role of chief executive to Corning Painter,” said Clem. “With his deep technical experience in the chemical industry and his outstanding functional competence in global businesses, OEC will be well-positioned to continue its growth as we further penetrate emerging markets and build on the success of our technical and specialty capabilities.”

Painter began his career at Air Products in 1984 as part of the company’s career development program. He rose through the ranks, progressing through a variety of commercial and operations positions in the U.S. and overseas, and was rapidly promoted several times over the last several years, holding leadership positions in operations, supply chain, corporate strategy and technology. He held the position of executive vice president, Industrial Gases until he left the company at the end of June, 2018.

“I am excited to join the Orion team,” said Painter. “Orion has consistently delivered financially, and successfully advanced their strategy of focusing on more differentiated carbon blacks. I look forward to building upon this momentum and the strategy that the Orion team has put in place to deliver results for our shareholders and employees.”

Painter holds a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from Carnegie Mellon University. A certified professional engineer in Pennsylvania, until recently he was a member of the Board of Directors and treasurer for the International Oxygen Manufacturers Association, and he serves as Board Chairman for Valley Youth House, a nonprofit organization that provides access to shelter, counseling and life skills for more than 30,000 vulnerable and homeless young people at more than 250 sites in Pennsylvania.

The appointment of Clem and Painter to the Board of Directors is subject to approval by shareholders in an extraordinary general meeting to be convened for this purpose on October 16, 2018.

Posted September 4, 2018

Source: Orion Engineered Carbons S.A.

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