INDA’s annual Hygienix™ event will gather in Orlando for the 2025 edition.
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Hygienix™, an annual event focused on the absorbent hygiene products (AHP) industry organized by the Cary, N.C.-based Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry (INDA), will be held in Orlando, Fla., November 17-20, 2025, at the Omni Orlando Championsgate hotel.
Hygienix brings conference sessions, workshops, tabletop exhibits and product showcases, networking, and the Hygienix Innovation Award™ together in a single event for industry leaders, innovators and professionals from the AHP industry.
First up, on November 17, are three workshops designed to provide hands-on learning and insights. James Robinson, principal, Absorbent Hygiene Insights LLC, is hosting a workshop titled “Fundamentals of Absorption Systems and Opportunities in Adult Incontinence.” Crown Abbey CEO Heidi Beatty will lead a workshop on “Innovations in Menstrual Care.” A third workshop named “Baby and Infant Care Market Dynamics” will be conducted by Natalia Richer, director of business development, Diaper Testing International.
Conference Topics
As of TW’s press time, INDA was still finalizing the speakers and the presentation titles for the conference. But, this year’s conference program will focus on key areas that are trending in the AHP industry:
- Sustainability and Circularity — including biobased materials, natural fibers, packaging innovations, end-of-life solutions and safe operating limits;
- Consumer and Market Insights — including private label product growth, regional market outlooks and skin health;
- Product Innovation — including strategies to manage hurdles when bringing period care products to market; and
- Regulations and Standards — including regulatory updates and testing methods.
In 2025, Hygienix offers participating companies two opportunities to share information, and demonstrate products and services to attendees who may be potential partners or future clients — tabletop exhibits; and fast-paced, five minute Lightning Talks. The talks will take place November 18 and 19 in the afternoon. INDA also is hosting extended networking with three receptions — the official welcome reception on November 17, as well as receptions and the chance to view the exhibits at the end of the day on November 18 and 19.
Innovation Awards
Finalists for the Hygienix Innovation Award will give presentations about their nominated products to event attendees on November 18. At the close of the event on November 20, the winner will be announced. As of TW’s press time, the finalists had not been determined, but the products always cover breakthrough ideas in technology and product solutions. Last year’s winner was HIRO Technologies, a start-up out of Austin, Texas, awarded for its biodegradable MycoDigestable™ Diapers.
“Having attended every Hygienix since its inception, what I always found valuable was the ability to connect with both my suppliers and customers at the same event,” said Dr. Matt O’Sickey, director of Education & Technical Affairs, INDA. “Having both my technical and commercial team members with me in those meetings allowed us to take quick decisions that accelerated programs and ultimately enhanced our speed to market, elevated our hit rate and improved our overall ROI. Now with INDA, I appreciate the efforts made to provide actionable market and technical content and facilitate the supply chain connectivity that was so critical for my success in the corporate world. Hygienix is an exhausting week in the very best possible way.”
For more information about Hygienix™ — including the full conference schedule, speakers and topics — please visit hygienix.org.
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