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With Giulio Bonazzi (Aquafil), Sylvia Heisel (3D printing), Maia Wojcik (INDX/Fashion Tech Forum), Kate Black (Magnifeco).
Tue, Sep 13, 2016 @ 07:00 PM   $25   Venue, To Be Disclosed
 
     
 
 
              

  
 
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<H2 CLASS="MsoNormal"><STRONG>EcoSessions : Innovations in Textiles</STRONG></H2>
<H3 CLASS="MsoNormal"><STRONG>September 13, 2016</STRONG></H3>
<H3 CLASS="MsoNormal"><STRONG>7:00 - 9:00 pm (EST)</STRONG></H3>
<P CLASS="MsoNormal"><SPAN>The fashion industry is producing 150 billion garments per year with most ending up in landfill.</SPAN><SPAN>Innovations</SPAN><SPAN>in</SPAN><SPAN>textiles</SPAN><SPAN>are an industrymust if we are to create a healthy andsustainable future.This EcoSessions will gather leaders in the latest inadvanced(regenerative and sustainable) technologies. Join us onTuesday, September 13to hear from: Giulio Bonazzi (Aquafil- regenerating nylon), Sylvia Heisel (HEISEL- 3D printing) and Maia Wojcik (INDX/Fashion Tech Forum- wearable tech). Moderated by Kate Black (Magnifeco.com).</SPAN><SPAN></SPAN></P>
<P CLASS="MsoNormal"><STRONG>Schedule:</STRONG><SPAN></SPAN></P>
<P CLASS="MsoNormal"><STRONG>7:00</STRONG><SPAN>- doors open</SPAN></P>
<P CLASS="MsoNormal"><STRONG>7:15-8:30 </STRONG><SPAN>- Panel Discussion between </SPAN><SPAN>Giulio Bonazzi (Aquafil- regenerating nylon), Sylvia</SPAN><SPAN>Heisel<SPAN>(</SPAN>HEISEL<SPAN>- 3D printing) and Maia Wojcik (INDX/Fashion Tech Forum- wearable tech). Moderated by Kate Black (Magnifeco.com).</SPAN></SPAN></P>
<P CLASS="MsoNormal"><STRONG>8:30-9:00</STRONG><SPAN> -Conversation and networking</SPAN></P>
<P CLASS="MsoNormal"><STRONG>FEATURING:</STRONG></P>
<P CLASS="MsoNormal"><STRONG>Giulio Bonazzi: Chairman and CEO Aquafil</STRONG>. Since 1969, <A HREF="http://aquafil.com/" TARGET="_blank" REL="nofollow">Aquafil</A> has been one of the leading players, both in Italy and globally, in the production of polyamide 6. The Aquafil Group has a presence in eight countries on three continents, employing more than 2700 staff at 16 plants located in Italy, Germany, Scotland, Slovenia, Croatia, the USA, Thailand and China. Made from 100 percent regenerated nylon waste materials, Aquafils <A HREF="http://www.econyl.com/" TARGET="_blank" REL="nofollow">ECONYL</A> fiber helps divert global waste streams from landfills and oceans and is used to produce a wide range of textile products such as sportswear, swimwear and carpets. In 2007, Aquafil established the Energy & Recycling business unit to boost the sustainable activities of the Aquafil Group. Thanks to its research and development activities theECONYL Regeneration System was created.Within four years it became an important milestone and commercial driver within the company, representing a significant step towards the companys involvement in the circular economy. The ECONYL Regeneration System is the world's most efficient industrial system for the production of Nylon 6 and is unique in that it boasts no loss of quality after reclamation and transformation of nylon waste.</P>
<P><STRONG>Sylvia Heisel: Founder HEISEL</STRONG>.<A HREF="http://www.heisel.co/" TARGET="_blank" REL="nofollow">HEISEL</A> uses new technology based materials and manufacturing methods to make sustainable clothes, accessories and things.</P>
<P><STRONG>Maia </STRONG><SPAN><STRONG>Wojcik: Co-Founder Fashion Tech Forum and INDX</STRONG>.</SPAN><A HREF="http://fashiontechforum.com" TARGET="_blank" REL="nofollow">Fashion Tech Forum</A> is an annual conference hosting 800+ executives from the fashion and technology communities, including CEOs, founders, creative directors, investors, and disrupters. FTF provides a platform for the leaders of these sectors to discover, connect and build the disruptive and sustainable brands of the future. FTF is a place for the most curious, committed and bold innovators, who are willing to understand the inherent cultural differences between fashion and technology, so they can create authentic conversations and successful collaborations.</P>
<P><STRONG>MODERATOR:</STRONG></P>
<P><STRONG>Kate Black: Founder EcoSessions and Magnifeco.</STRONG>Recognized as an expert in ethical fashion and sustainable living, Kate Black is the founder of <A HREF="http://www.magnifeco.com" TARGET="_blank" REL="nofollow">Magnifeco.com</A> (launched 09) and author of <I>Magnifeco: Your Head-to-Toe Guide to Ethical Fashion and Non-Toxic Beauty</I> (published '15), which has been featured in The Guardian, Vogue Italia, Metro, NOW Magazine and more.Kate is also the founder of <A HREF="http://www.ecosessions.co" TARGET="_blank" REL="nofollow">EcoSessions</A>, the global event series connecting industry, designers and citizens to discuss change. Fashioned to provide learning, engagement and networking, EcoSessions are an opportunity for industry and the design communities to forge relationships and hatch collaborations and for citizens to engage directly with their favorite brands.She is highly in demand as a speaker and consults with brands on elevating their Ethical IQ.</P>
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