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Monday, September 25
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| 7:30 am–5:30 pm | Registration Open |
| 1–5 pm |
Come see a 288,000-square foot facility, located in Ponchatoula, Louisiana, where you will see some of largest covers being manufactured today. J&M Industries has over 44 years of experience in the specialty fabric cover industry with expertise in agriculture, industrial, and environmental industries. J&M began as a recycler of coffee bean bags that were repurposed into burlap bags for feed, agricultural and oyster industries. J&M has grown and expanded their product line to include tarpaulins, grain covers, frost protection, nursery products, containment covers, construction covers, geotextile tubes, waste management covers, and more. They are also proud to have produced ammunition covers for the army during Desert Storm.The tour is $59 for IFAI Members and $79 for Non-members. Available for purchase at time of Registration. Schedule as follows: |
Tuesday, September 26
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| 7:30 am–5:30 pm | Registration Open |
| 8 am–7 pm | Expo Plus Advanced Textiles Conference |
| 8 am–7 pm | Expo Plus Specialty Fabrics Conference |
| Noon–3 pm |
Join the Industrial Fabrics Foundation (IFF) for its annual fundraising event on Tuesday, September 26. Enjoy a friendly bowling competition and “strike” up a conversation with other industry professionals. We hope you can “spare” some extra cash as proceeds benefit worthy students enrolled in accredited colleges, universities or technical schools. With your support, we can have a positive impact on the industrial fabrics industry. We hope to see you all there! The price to bowl is $200 per person. Available for purchase at time of Registration. WHERE |
| 5:30–7 pm | Advanced Textiles Networking Reception (Open to all Expo Plus Conference Attendees) Presented By: J.M. Rodgers |
Thursday, September 28
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| 7:30 am–5:30 pm | Registration Open |
| 8-9:30 am |
Traditional products in the electronics, textiles, and apparel sectors have well-established standards for performance and testing. But as electronic and other capabilities are integrated into textiles and apparel, it is recognized that existing standards need to be adapted to facilitate development and market acceptance of this new generation of products. This panel will explore the state of standards development in the smart fabrics space and where development of standards for smart fabrics is headed.
More info: IFAIexpo.com/Smart |
| 9:30–11 am |
Awards Ceremony followed by keynote presentation
The Future of Work Today: Insights from the New World of Work
We are entering the greatest period of business transformation the world has ever known. The constant state of disruption we are experiencing mandates a bold new approach to leadership. This program is designed to help leaders prepare to navigate a new business landscape where the pace of change is elevating and collaboration is the key ingredient to unleashing the innovation required to compete and win. Supported with cutting edge research and category leading case studies, Seth will prepare audience participants today for what is going to be required to compete and thrive tomorrow. Audiences will gain:
– Deep insights into what’s coming next in the new world of work for leaders at all levels – Unique perspectives on the macro drivers of change and a deep understanding how employees attitudes and behaviors evolve – A new framework to see beyond the fads and more clearly understand the trends certain to impact the business landscape over the coming decade |
| 11 am–5:30 am |
400+ Exhibits
New Products Education Demonstrations Campfire Sessions Fabric Sourcing Center Industry Awards Gallery IFAI Hub / Membership Lounge Advanced Textiles Lounge Testing Demo Zone Open Meetings E-Textile Workshop Mentor Meetings Selfie Station |
| 5:30–6:30 pm |
40 or under? Gather with your peers at the complimentary Young Professionals Happy Hour. Enjoy drinks and eats all while making valuable connections.
Location: Drago’s Seafood Restaurant (at Hilton New Orleans Riverside) 2 Poydras Street, New Orleans |
Friday, September 29
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| 8 am–2 pm | Registration Open |
| 9 am–2 pm |
400+ Exhibits
New Products Education Demonstrations Campfire Sessions Fabric Sourcing Center Industry Awards Gallery IFAI Hub / Membership Lounge Advanced Textiles Lounge Testing Demo Zone Open Meetings E-Textile Workshop Mentor Meetings Selfie Station |
| 9:30 am |
See the most innovative e-textiles products and meet the innovators. |
| 11:30 am–1 pm | FREE LUNCH Let’s Do Lunch on Friday, Our Treat! Free lunch on the show floor. |
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 cancelled no refunds should be expected. Agreement to attend the IFAI Expo acknowledges acceptance of this provision.