Advanced Textiles Expo 2025

Revitalizing the Textile Industry Through the Textile Innovation Engine of North Carolina (Room Indiana Convention Center, Room 139)

04 Nov 25
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Tracks: Emerging Technologies Conference

The textile industry is experiencing a transformation, and North Carolina is at the heart of this movement. In this forward-looking session, key partners will unveil how the Textile Innovation Engine of North Carolina is driving a new era of growth, innovation, and market leadership. Attendees will gain insights into how cross-sector collaboration, applied research, and cutting-edge manufacturing approaches are positioning the region as a global powerhouse for advanced textiles.

From reshoring opportunities to workforce development, from sustainable production models to breakthrough applications in healthcare, defense, and consumer markets, the Textile Innovation Engine is more than a regional initiative; it’s a blueprint for revitalizing the industry as a whole.

Whether you are a manufacturer seeking a competitive advantage, a brand looking to integrate smart or sustainable textiles, or a stakeholder optimizing supply chains, this session will spark ideas, reveal actionable partnerships, and provide a roadmap for staying ahead in today’s rapidly evolving landscape.