Opening Remarks from SYFA President, John Edwards (Nan Ya Plastics America)
Unlocking the Credit Crunch
Presentation addresses the challenges the textile industry has experienced in accessing export credit financing and what is being done to make it readily available for international textile and apparel transactions.
Sarah Faye Pierce, National Council of Textile Organizations
The New Normal
An in-depth look at the automotive industry.
Jim Nader, IHS Inc.
Sustainability in the Carpet Industry
An overview of the of the leadership role the carpet industry is taking in sustainability. The presentation will deal with multiple aspects of sustainability in the carpet industry from indoor air quality to end of life.
Frank Hurd, The Carpet and Rug Institute
Can Trucking Meet Its Demands?
Presentation to include green requirements; capacity issues; customer expectations; infrastructure constraints; public view; driver population, growth initiatives, etc.
Rick Todd, SC Trucking Association
Closing Remarks, John Edwards, SYFA President
Synthetic Yarn and Fiber Association