Americas Apparel Producers Network

DON’T MISS THIS! Americas Apparel Producers Network (AAPN) AI Executive Workshop September 26, 2024 Georgia Tech Hotel & Conference Center I #Atlanta Did you see Joe Parrish, Founder and CEO of The Variable Agency, present his Keynote Speech on AI at the AAPN pro:Americas Annual Conference in May? Did you leave wanting more? Did you hear about it and couldn't believe you missed it? Then you need to attend our AI Executive Workshop in September! This session will be the next building block to provide AAPN Executives an educational experience with specific AI platforms. Designed for businesses ready to delve deeper into specific AI tools, offering thorough comprehension, practical knowledge and hands-on experience with ChatGPT and Midjourney for seamless integration in existing workflows. Click here for more information or to register: https://lnkd.in/d_TCz6-D #ProAmericas #AmericasTextiles #WesternHemisphere #ILoveThisIndustry #Fibers #Yarns #Fabrics #SewnProducts #Apparel #Fashion #Knitting #Weaving #Sustainability #ApparelIQ #SupplyChain #Reshoring #Nearshoring #CAFTADR #USMCA #AI #ArtificialIntelligence

Americas Apparel Producers Network (AAPN) member World Emblem™ completes asset purchase of Hero's Pride Read more: https://lnkd.in/eK9mCGdp #ProAmericas #AmericasTextiles #WesternHemisphere #ILoveThisIndustry #Fibers #Yarns #Fabrics #SewnProducts#Apparel #Fashion #Knitting #Weaving #Sustainability #ApparelIQ #SupplyChain #Reshoring #Nearshoring #CAFTADR #USMCA

Attend AAPN’s El Salvador Executive Summit December 3-6 Hilton San Salvador Join us for the El Salvador Executive Summit, an exclusive event tailored for executives in the textile and apparel supply chain who are interested in exploring business opportunities in El Salvador. Whether you're already engaged in El Salvador or looking for an opportunity to diversify & safeguard your supply chain, this Summit is designed for you. This event welcomes all key players across the supply chain, including brands, retailers, factories, fabric mills, fiber and yarn producers, trim suppliers, equipment suppliers, technology providers, and consultants. We invite you to participate in a Full-day program focused on "Doing Business in El Salvador," featuring insights from industry leaders and government officials. The agenda will cover current investments, business environment, brand commitments, AI integration, and supply chain success stories. We will also host a closed-door, invitation-only Brands/Retailer Roundtable, where key industry leaders will discuss pressing issues and opportunities in the region. This gathering aims to foster meaningful dialogue and collaboration on challenges and investments needed to grow the Western Hemisphere sourcing footprint. We believe Closer is Better. Our goal is to demonstrate how sourcing from El Salvador can strengthen and secure your supply chain. The Summit will include Site Tours of key industry players – fabric mills, cut-and-sew operations, and trim suppliers – showcasing the benefits of diversifying your manufacturing portfolio with reliable partners. Click here for agenda and to register: https://lnkd.in/eTHQzRGA #ProAmericas #AmericasTextiles #WesternHemisphere #ILoveThisIndustry #Fibers #Yarns #Fabrics #SewnProducts #Apparel #Fashion #Knitting #Weaving #Sustainability #ApparelIQ #SupplyChain #Reshoring #Nearshoring #CAFTADR #USMCA #ElSalvador

During the Techtextil North America show in #Raleigh, N.C. on August 21, representatives of 11 textile, apparel and nonwovens associations organized a first-of-its-kind networking reception between these organizations. The inaugural “Alphabet Soup Shindig” took place Wednesday, August 21 at Whiskey Kitchen. The Alphabet Soup Collective consists of: • AATCC (American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists) • AAPN | Americas Apparel Producers Network  • ATA | Advanced Textiles Association • ATMA | AMERICAN TEXTILE MACHINERY ASSOCIATION  • INDA, Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry • NALA | North American Linen Association  • NWI | The Nonwovens Institute  • SEAMS Association | The Association and Voice of the U.S. Sewn Products Industry  • SPESA (Sewn Products Equipment & Suppliers of the Americas) • STA – Southern Textile Association • SYFA | Synthetic Yarn And Fabric Association This successful event led to many interactions, laughter, smiles and much networking between industry folks who may not ever be in the same setting together. See full photo gallery here: https://lnkd.in/eTb_EPDK #ILoveThisIndustry #AmericanTextiles #WeMakeAmazing #Yarns #Fibers #Fabric #Fashion #Knitting #Weaving #Nonwovens #Apparel #Sustainability #Sourcing #SupplyChain #CutAndSew #Textiles #FashionDesign #TechnicalFabrics #IndustrialFabrics #AlphabetSoupShindig

During the Techtextil North America show in #Raleigh, N.C. on August 21, representatives of 11 textile, apparel and nonwovens associations organized a first-of-its-kind networking reception between these organizations. The inaugural “Alphabet Soup Shindig” took place Wednesday, August 21 at Whiskey Kitchen. The Alphabet Soup Collective consists of: • AATCC (American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists) • AAPN | Americas Apparel Producers Network  • ATA | Advanced Textiles Association • ATMA | AMERICAN TEXTILE MACHINERY ASSOCIATION  • INDA, Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry • NALA | North American Linen Association  • NWI | The Nonwovens Institute  • SEAMS Association | The Association and Voice of the U.S. Sewn Products Industry  • SPESA (Sewn Products Equipment & Suppliers of the Americas) • STA – Southern Textile Association • SYFA | Synthetic Yarn And Fabric Association This successful event led to many interactions, laughter, smiles and much networking between industry folks who may not ever be in the same setting together. See full photo gallery here: https://lnkd.in/e9wns-mY #ILoveThisIndustry #AmericanTextiles #WeMakeAmazing #Yarns #Fibers #Fabric #Fashion #Knitting #Weaving #Nonwovens #Apparel #Sustainability #Sourcing #SupplyChain #CutAndSew #Textiles #FashionDesign #TechnicalFabrics #IndustrialFabrics #AlphabetSoupShindig

During the Techtextil North America show in #Raleigh, N.C. on August 21, representatives of 11 textile, apparel and nonwovens associations organized a first-of-its-kind networking reception between these organizations. The inaugural “Alphabet Soup Shindig” took place Wednesday, August 21 at Whiskey Kitchen. The Alphabet Soup Collective consists of: • AATCC (American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists) • AAPN | Americas Apparel Producers Network • ATA | Advanced Textiles Association • ATMA | AMERICAN TEXTILE MACHINERY ASSOCIATION  • INDA, Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry • NALA | North American Linen Association  • NWI | The Nonwovens Institute  • SEAMS Association | The Association and Voice of the U.S. Sewn Products Industry  • SPESA (Sewn Products Equipment & Suppliers of the Americas) • STA – Southern Textile Association • SYFA | Synthetic Yarn And Fabric Association This successful event led to many interactions, laughter, smiles and much networking between industry folks who may not ever be in the same setting together. See full photo gallery here: https://lnkd.in/e9wns-mY #ILoveThisIndustry #AmericanTextiles #WeMakeAmazing #Yarns #Fibers #Fabric #Fashion #Knitting #Weaving #Nonwovens #Apparel #Sustainability #Sourcing #SupplyChain #CutAndSew #Textiles #FashionDesign #TechnicalFabrics #IndustrialFabrics #AlphabetSoupShindig

Americas Apparel Producers Network (AAPN) member Apex Mills drives innovation, sustainability at its newly acquired Insight Textiles facility in Virginia Read: https://lnkd.in/eEpT2Kes #ProAmericas #AmericasTextiles #WesternHemisphere #ILoveThisIndustry #Fibers #Yarns #Fabrics #SewnProducts #Apparel #Fashion #Knitting #Weaving #Sustainability #ApparelIQ #SupplyChain #Reshoring #Nearshoring #CAFTADR #USMCA

“I use AI as a grad school intern, so it's like having the smartest intern you've ever had in your whole life. They say it's like a graduate level intern, you could ask it to do all kinds of stuff.” – Joe Parrish, Founder and CEO of The Variable Agency, addressing Americas Apparel Producers Network (AAPN) members at our pro:Americas Annual Conference in May. Attend AAPN AI Executive Workshop September 26, 2024 at the Georgia Tech Hotel & Conference Center in Atlanta to learn more about this groundbreaking technology. Parrish also said: “We can't stick our heads in the sand anymore and say, Oh, that was an interesting little thing. It's coming like a freight train and it's going to transform every industry. I don't care what your job is. It's going to be transformed.” And: “There will never be a smaller gap between an AI beginner and an AI expert. The best time to dive into AI was yesterday. The second best time is today. Start with the assumption that AI can solve your problem, and let it prove you wrong.” This session will be the next building block to provide AAPN executives an educational experience with specific AI platforms. Designed for businesses ready to delve deeper into specific AI tools, offering thorough comprehension, practical knowledge and hands-on experience with ChatGPT and Midjourney for seamless integration in existing workflows. Register here: https://lnkd.in/d_TCz6-D #ProAmericas #AmericasTextiles #WesternHemisphere #ILoveThisIndustry #Fibers #Yarns #Fabrics #SewnProducts #Apparel #Fashion #Knitting #Weaving #Sustainability #ApparelIQ #SupplyChain #Reshoring #Nearshoring #CAFTADR #USMCA #AI #ArtificialIntelligence

Secure Your Spot in our AI Workshop on September 26th in Atlanta! Don't miss out on the opportunity to join our exclusive AI workshop. With only 75 seats available and almost 50% already filled, now is the time to register and ensure your place in this transformative event!   Can't attend yourself? Consider sending a colleague to experience this AAPN event and expand your company's network & knowledge base. Here are some great candidates who would benefit: ·                IT or Transformation Executives: Ideal for those exploring AI as a key component of your company’s technology stack. ·                HR Professionals: Gain insights into the new skill sets required for future leaders in the age of AI. ·                Emerging Talent: Perfect for those in data analytics, sales, or marketing to learn how AI can enhance productivity and impact. ·                 To register today --> https://lnkd.in/d_TCz6-D Reminder: The hotel block at the Georgia Tech Hotel & Conference Center will run out on August 26th, so use this link to secure your hotel room at $219/night + applicable taxes: https://lnkd.in/exfafRyf. #ProAmericas #AmericasTextiles #WesternHemisphere #ILoveThisIndustry #Fibers #Yarns #Fabrics #SewnProducts #Apparel #Fashion #Knitting #Weaving #Sustainability #ApparelIQ #SupplyChain #Reshoring #Nearshoring #CAFTADR #USMCA #AI #ArtificialIntelligence

Did you miss the Americas Apparel Producers Network (AAPN) pro:Americas 2024 Annual Conference in May in Coral Gables, Fla.? If so, you missed an incredible event that attracted key decision makers from throughout the Western Hemisphere. Here’s a quick look back at the conference. To view the full photo album, please click here: https://lnkd.in/ewiYfi5b We hope to see you at the next AAPN event! The AAPN connects the industry in the Western Hemisphere in order to create a more flexible sourcing model – one that is easier, faster, safer, better and more stable. Members hail from the U.S., Central America, South America, Canada and Mexico. www.aapnetwork.net #ILoveThisIndustry #Fibers #Yarns #Fabrics #SewnProducts #Apparel #Fashion #Knitting #Weaving #Sustainability #ApparelIQ #SupplyChain #Reshoring #Nearshoring #CAFTADR