November 18, 2020
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Annual conference presented by PRINTING United Alliance in partnership with AATCC will take place virtually on December 9 and 10
Fairfax, Va. — The PRINTING United Alliance, in partnership with the American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC), announced that registration is now open for Digital Textile Printing 2020, being held virtually this year on Dec. 9 and 10. Registration is available online here.
Ray Weiss, director, Digital Print Programs, PRINTING United Alliance, and Kerry King, senior VP R&D, Spoonflower, will host the event which covers key trends and technologies in digitally printed textiles. Morning and afternoon sessions highlight the latest on automation, color management, sustainability, state of the industry, supply chain, and more.
2020 Speakers
Digital Textile Printing 2020 attendees will hear from the experts at the powerhouse event, including:Andy Arkin, strategic account manager, Industrial Segments, Zünd America
Andy Paparozzi, chief economist, PRINTING United Alliance
Chad Bolick, business development, Unifi Manufacturing Inc.
Dan Gillespie, director of Technical Services, Alder Technology
David Clark, business development manager, Inks, Huntsman Textile Effects
Frank Henderson, President, Henderson Sewing Co.
Jaime Herand, VP, Graphics Operations, Orbus Exhibit and Display Group
Kimmy Schenter, global color operations, Design, Nike
Lewis Shuler, senior R&D manager, Fabric/Color/Print, Old Navy
Luke Harris, VP of Manufacturing, Solid Stone Fabrics
Ray Weiss, director, Digital Print Programs, PRINTING United Alliance
Raylene Marasco, founder, DYE-NAMIX
Ron Ciccone, director of Digital Services, Roysons Corp.
Will Duncan, CEO, WDA, and executive director, SEAMS Association
“While we cannot meet together in person this year, we are looking forward to bringing this exemplary program conveniently to the homes and offices of all involved in digital textile printing,” said Weiss. “Our speaker lineup is second to none and we are really looking forward to offering attendees actionable and usable programming and content in the current business climate. There truly is something for everyone involved in this space over these exciting two days.”
More information and event registration
For the complete agenda and to register for the event, visit sgia.org/events/digital-textile-printing-conference.
About PRINTING United Alliance
PRINTING United Alliance is the new entity borne of the merger between Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA) and Printing Industries of America (PIA). In a milestone in the printing industry, SGIA and PIA officially combined in 2020 to create the largest, most comprehensive member-based printing and graphic arts association in the United States.Members now have unparalleled access to preeminent education, training, workshops, events, research, government and legislative representation, safety, and environmental sustainability guidance, as well as resources from the leading media company in the industry – NAPCO Media.
PRINTING United Alliance produces the PRINTING United Expo, the most influential days in printing. The expansive display of technology and supplies, education, programming, and services are showcased to the industry at large, and represents all market segments in one easily accessed place. In 2020, PRINTING United introduced the PRINTING United Digital Experience. For more information, visit PRINTINGUnited.com.