*The following is subject to change. Disclaimer at bottom of page.
All stated times are Central Standard Time. Education sessions will be available after their scheduled time and date until December 12 for on-demand viewing in our Virtual Event Platform.
Monday, November 2 |
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9 am-3 pm (CST) 10 am-4 pm (EST) |
Virtual Exhibit Halls Open |
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9 am-3 pm (CST) 10 am-4 pm (EST) |
Networking Lounge Open |
Tuesday, November 3 |
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Time | Event | |
9 am-3 pm (CST) 10 am-4 pm (EST) |
Virtual Exhibit Halls Open |
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9 am-3 pm (CST) 10 am-4 pm (EST) |
Networking Lounge Open |
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10-11 am (CST) 11 am-Noon (EST) |
Development of Advanced Functional Fibers and Fabrics Sponsored by: |
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Smart Homes and the Window Treatment Industry
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11 am-Noon (CST) Noon-1 pm (EST) |
Shade Fabric 101 – Characteristics and Terminology Sponsored by: |
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Noon-12:30 pm (CST) 1-1:30 pm (EST) |
Washington Policy Update |
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Case Studies in Shade Sail Design Sponsored by: |
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12:30-1:30 pm (CST) 1:30-2:30 pm (EST) |
Welcome! Getting Back to Business with Serge Ferrari Sponsored by: |
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2-3 pm (CST) 3-4 pm (EST) |
Understanding Testing Requirements of Medical PPEs |
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International Business, Supply Chain Management and Global Sourcing |
Wednesday, November 4 |
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8-8:45 am (CST) 9-9:45 am (EST) |
Morning Yoga in the Play + Demo Zone |
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9 am-3 pm (CST) 10 am-4 pm (EST) |
Virtual Exhibit Halls Open |
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9 am-3 pm (CST) 10 am-4 pm (EST) |
Networking Lounge Open |
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9-9:50 am (CST) 10-10:50 am (EST) |
IFAI Virtual Expo Keynote ![]()
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10-11 am (CST) 11 am-Noon (EST) |
Smart Textiles: From Lab Prototypes to Commercial Products |
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Advances in UV Technology for Use in the Field of Textile Dyeing, Finishing, Coating and Composite Materials |
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11 am-Noon (CST) Noon-1 pm (EST) |
Utilizing Antimicrobials in Tents – Transitioning Healthcare Technology to the Rental Tent Market Sponsored By: |
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Noon-12:30 pm (CST) 1-1:30pm (EST) |
Perpetually Cool: How Advances in Cooling Textile Technology Can Help Combat Global Warming |
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How to Sell a Company (To the Employees) |
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12:30-1:30 pm (CST) 1:30-2:30 pm (EST) |
Making the Right Product Decisions Sponsored by: |
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2-3 pm (CST) 3-4 pm (EST) |
Amplifying Human Energy to Drive Performance & Recovery |
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Shade Sail Design – How to Get it Right Sponsored by:
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3-4 pm (CST) 4-5 pm (EST) |
Reimagining B2B Sales in a Digital World Sponsored by: |
Thursday, November 5 |
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Time | Event | |
8-8:45 am (CST) 9-9:45 am (EST) |
Morning Yoga in the Play + Demo Zone |
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9 am-3 pm (CST) 10 am-4 pm (EST) |
Virtual Exhibit Halls Open |
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9 am-3 pm (CST) 10 am-4 pm (EST) |
Networking Lounge Open |
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10-11 am (CST) 11 am-Noon (EST) |
Testing and Standards Integral to Timely Product Development |
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Designing Lightness: Structures for Saving Energy |
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Noon-12:30 pm (CST) 1-1:30 pm (EST) |
The Impact of the Introduction of Hemp Fiber into More Sustainable Knit Footwear Structures
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NASA Flammability Standards for the Selection of Textiles in Space Programs |
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2-3 pm (CST) 3-4 pm (EST) |
From Lab to Market: How We Made Revolutionary Pain-Relieving Yarns and Socks in 6 Weeks |
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Succession Planning through Equipment and Process Sponsored by: |
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3-4 pm (CST) 4-5 pm (EST) |
Demystifying Flame Retardant Specifications, Standards, and Testing for Architectural Shade Fabric Sponsored by: |
Friday, November 6 |
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Time | Event | |
8-8:45 am (CST) 9-9:45 am (EST) |
Morning Yoga in the Play + Demo Zone |
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9 am-3 pm (CST) 10 am-4 pm (EST) |
Virtual Exhibit Halls Open |
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9 am-3 pm (CST) 10 am-4 pm (EST) |
Networking Lounge Open |
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11 am-Noon (CST) Noon-1 pm (EST) |
Six Ways to Increase Productivity and Reduce Costs in your Manufacturing Operation
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Monday, November 9 |
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Time | Event | |
8-8:45 am (CST) 9-9:45 am (EST) |
Morning Yoga in the Play + Demo Zone |
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9 am-3 pm (CST) 10 am-4 pm (EST) |
Virtual Exhibit Halls Open |
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9 am-3 pm (CST) 10 am-4 pm (EST) |
Networking Lounge Open |
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10-11 am (CST) 11 am-Noon (EST) |
IFAI Companies Facing the Hard Market Ahead Sponsored by: |
Tuesday, November 10 |
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Time | Event | |
8-8:45 am (CST) 9-9:45 am (EST) |
Morning Yoga in the Play + Demo Zone |
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9 am-3 pm (CST) 10 am-4 pm (EST) |
Virtual Exhibit Halls Open |
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9 am-3 pm (CST) 10 am-4 pm (EST) |
Networking Lounge Open |
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10-11 am (CST) 11 am-Noon (EST) |
Smart Textiles for Healthcare and Wellbeing: A collaborative approach Sponsored by: |
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The Inside Scoop on Shade, Lighting and Acoustics |
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Noon-12:30 pm (CST) 1-1:30 pm (EST) |
How to Select the Correct Welding Technology for Your Business Sponsored by: |
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Digital Printing: Unique Solution Offering that Differentiates Sponsored by: |
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2-3 pm (CST) 3-4 pm (EST) |
Clothing: The Next Frontier in Drug Delivery |
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Textiles are the “T” in STEM |
Wednesday, November 11 |
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Time | Event | |
9 am-3 pm (CST) 10 am-4 pm (EST) |
Virtual Exhibit Halls Open |
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9 am-3 pm (CST) 10 am-4 pm (EST) |
Networking Lounge Open |
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9-9:45 am (CST) 10-10:45 am (EST) |
Ask an Expert: Respiratory Protection |
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10-10:45 am (CST) 11-11:45 am (EST) |
Ask an Expert: Medical Textiles |
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1-1:45 pm CST) 2-2:45 pm (EST) |
Ask an Expert: Textile Electronics Product Design |
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2-2:45 pm (CST) 3-3:45 pm (EST) |
Ask an Expert: Textile Electronics Testing and Standards |
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3-3:45 pm (CST) 4-4:45 pm (EST) |
Ask an Expert: Rapid Prototyping and Textile Product Development |
Thursday, November 12 |
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Time | Event | |
9 am-3 pm (CST) 10 am-4 pm (EST) |
Virtual Exhibit Halls Open |
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9 am-3 pm (CST) 10 am-4 pm (EST) |
Networking Lounge Open |
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10-11 am (CST) 11 am-Noon (EST) |
Smart Textiles Standardization – Active Illumination |
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In the Lab: Exploring Performance & Material Considerations of Shade Fabrics Sponsored by: |
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2-3 pm (CST) 3-4 pm (EST) |
Industry Associations’ Responses to COVID-19 and Moving Forward Together Auggie Tantillo, Moderator |
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1974 U.S. Pavilion – Renovation and Shade Experience Development |
*IFAI Disclaimer: Although every reasonable effort is made to provide the speakers, topics, and sessions listed, some changes or substitutions may occur. Speakers and sessions are subject to cancellation or change up to and including the day the session(s) are scheduled to be held. Changes or cancellations are made at the discretion of IFAI and may be done without notifying attendees. If sessions are changed or canceled no refunds should be expected. Agreement to attend the IFAI Virtual Expo acknowledges acceptance of this provision.