Andre West steps down as director of ZTE, Melissa Sharp named interim director

July 6, 2026  |  Industry News

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…
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Andre West steps down as director of ZTE, Melissa Sharp named interim director

July 6, 2026  |  Industry News, News

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…
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Register now for ATA webinar: Get Your Business Found on Social Media

July 2, 2026  |  ATA News, News

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 non-members. The webinar will provide an introduction to social media for small business owners, with a focus on …
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Registration open for ATA webinar: State of the Industrial Textile Industry 2026

July 2, 2026  |  ATA News, News

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 non-members. Jonathan Sweet, director of content and member programs, ATA, will present results f…
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Arclin celebrates America’s 250th anniversary with Fabric of America Fund

July 2, 2026  |  Industry News, News

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…
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Fisher Textiles Honored with Five PRINTING United Alliance 2026 Pinnacle Awards

June 30, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Fisher Textiles, Matthews, N.C., announced that five of the company’s fabrics received awards in the 2026 Pinnacle Awards in various Media – Textile categories, including Banner, Drapery, Framing Systems Frontlit, Tablecloths & Liners and Upholstery. The Pinnacle Awards honor standout pr…
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Global Nonwovens Alliance launches e-learning initiative

June 26, 2026  |  Industry News, News

The Global Nonwovens Alliance (GNA), founded by the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry (INDA) and EDANA, announced the launch of a new global e-learning initiative designed to help companies build essential nonwovens knowledge. The first program available through this initiative is the Fun…
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In memoriam: Bob Campbell, Mt. Lebanon Awning & Tent Co.

June 23, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Robert “Bob” Campbell, MFC, and owner of Mt. Lebanon Awning & Tent Co., passed away June 21 at the age of 74. Born Nov. 22, 1951, in Pittsburgh, Pa., Campbell was a graduate of Bethel Park High School and earned his bachelor’s degree in music education at Duquesne University. H…
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