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A premium technical conference focused on sustainability, material science advancements, and emerging technologies in the nonwovens and engineered fabrics sector.
Exhibitor mix: The co-located parent show floor features a dedicated Durables District alongside major zones for raw materials, machinery, nonwoven fabrics, and sustainability solutions.
Research, Innovation & Science for Engineered Fabrics Conference is held annually. This page tracks the next confirmed edition — Research, Innovation & Science for Engineered Fabrics Conference 2028 dates will be added here once announced.
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Venue
Kansas City Convention CenterConvention centre · 36,120 m² · 5 halls · ~3,900 people
The Kansas City Convention Center, also known as Bartle Hall, is a premier convention complex in Kansas City, Missouri. It features 388,800 sq ft (36,120 sqm) of column-free exhibit space, the 46,484 sq ft Kay Barnes Grand Ballroom, and is linked via skywalks to the historic Municipal Auditorium.
📍 301 West 13th Street, Kansas City, MO 64105, US
Operated by City of Kansas City, Missouri
Organizer
INDA - Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics IndustryNonprofit · Cary, United States · Founded 1968
Trade association providing networking, industry events, market data, consulting, and advocacy for the nonwovens sector.
Exhibitor list
512 companies are exhibiting at Research, Innovation & Science for Engineered Fabrics Conference. A sample of 12 is shown below — unlock the full list to see all 512.
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Why people attend
To source advanced engineered materials, explore next-gen sustainable fabrics, and review cutting-edge converting machinery from global supply chain leaders.
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Speakers
49 speakers at Research, Innovation & Science for Engineered Fabrics Conference
Chief Revenue Officer · SmartSolve
"Revolutionizing Feminine Care: Transforming Packaging Through Flushable, Biodegradable, and Sustainable Solutions"
Alex Abbott is the Chief Revenue Officer at Smart Solve and holds both an MBA from the University of Indianapolis and an MA in Systematic Theology from Reformed Theological Seminary. Alex is an experienced manufacturing leader within P&L, Product Management, Customer Service, Logistics, Marketing, and Sales. At SmartSolve, he is working to bring water soluble paper and bioresin technologies to the forefront of solutions within flexible packaging. Alex was recently recognized at the 2024 Label Expo as the Global “Rising Star” and serves as an international speaker within the packaging industry. Alex is married with four children and enjoys fitness, golf, and smoking many fine meats.
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Principal · Absorbent Hygiene Insights, LLC
"Disruption Ahead: Misinformation, Regulation, and Testing in Absorbent Hygiene"
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Co-Founder · Planera
"Setting New Sustainable Industry Standards: The Flushable Revolution"
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Chief Executive Officer · Crown Abbey, LLC
"Innovations in Menstrual Care"
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Founder · Cycleology
"More Than a Cycle: What Clinicians and Menstruators Want You to Know"
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Managing Partner, Entrepreneur · SPARK Solutions For Growth
"Entrepreneurs in Women’s Health: The dual challenge of surviving and scaling"
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Director · Handas Consulting
"Africa’s Circular Hygiene Revolution: Africa’s Emerging Role as Supplier, Manufacturer, and Sustainability Leader in Hygiene"
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Co-Founder · Youth Crews, Inc.
"DESIGNED WITH THE CONSUMER IN MIND"
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Chief Product & Marketing Officer · Woolchemy NZ Ltd
"Case Studies in Comfort: How Wool Brings New Performance to Diapers and Femcare"
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President/Managing Partner · Teknoweb NA LLC
"INDA Lifetime Service Award"
Carl Cucuzza is the President and Managing Partner of Teknoweb North America in Loganville, Georgia. Teknoweb is an Italian-based company that designs and manufactures machines for the production and packaging of wet wipes, disposable gloves, face masks, and similar products. Carl has been involved in the nonwovens disposables market for more than 35 years, has served on the INDA Board of Directors, and is involved in several industry committees. He has been granted seven patents related to machinery for producing disposable products and has written numerous articles for trade publications.
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CEO · Hempress Hygienics
"PANEL DISCUSSION: THE ILLUSION VS REALITY OF AHP ENTREPRENEURSHIP – OVERCOMING START-UP HURDLES"
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US Market Development · SK Leaveo
"Degradability in Absorbent Hygiene Products - Necessary, but not Sufficient"
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Founder · Mewalii ApS
"Why Choose Hemp in Sanitary Pads? The Benefits for the Body and the Climate"
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Director of Government Relations · INDA
"Unpacking U.S. Absorbent Hygiene Regulations at the State and Federal Level"
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Principal · Glory Group LLC
"Paws, Pads, and Performance: The Role of Nonwovens in Pet Care Innovation"
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Director Nonwovens Technology · Trutzschler Nonwovens GmbH
"Revolutionizing Softness in Diaper Top and Back Sheets"
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+ 33 more speakers at this event.
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