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Andre West steps down as director of ZTE, Melissa Sharp named interim director
July 6th, 2026
Wilson College of Textiles at North Carolina State University (NC State) has announced that Andre West, Ph.D., has stepped down from his position as director of Zeis Textiles Extension (ZTE), and Melissa Sharp, the associate director of ZTE, has taken over as interim director. West will enter phased retirement and continue teaching one semester of […]
Register now for ATA webinar: Get Your Business Found on Social Media
July 2nd, 2026
Registration is now open for the Get Your Business Found on Social Media webinar July 6, 6–7 p.m. EDT. Hosted by Advanced Textiles Association (ATA), it is free to ATA members and nonmembers. The webinar will provide an introduction to social media for small business owners, with a focus on building visibility on social media platforms. […]
Registration open for ATA webinar: State of the Industrial Textile Industry 2026
July 2nd, 2026
Registration is open now for the State of the Industrial Textile Industry 2026 webinar July 22, 1–2 p.m. EDT. Hosted by Advanced Textiles Association (ATA), the webinar is free to ATA members and nonmembers. Jonathan Sweet, director of content and member programs, ATA, will present results from the association’s annual industry survey looking at trends, markets […]
Arclin celebrates America’s 250th anniversary with Fabric of America Fund
July 2nd, 2026
Image: Arclin Arclin, a leading materials science company, announced the launch of its Fabric of America Fund, a nationwide, employee-driven giving initiative designed to commemorate the U.S.'s 250th anniversary while strengthening the communities where Arclin teams live and work. The Fabric of America Fund reflects Arclin's commitment to supporting the pillars of local communities through […]