November 15
Workshop: Absorption Systems for Absorbent Hygiene
Absorbent Hygiene Absorption Systems – Components & Systems
Jim Robinson, Principal, Absorbent Hygiene Insights, LLC
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Coffee & Networking Break
2:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Workshop: Global Trends in Diapers, Baby Pants, & Adult Underwear
Global Trends in Diapers, Baby Pants & Adult Underwear
Carlos Richer, CEO/Director, Richer Investment S.A. De C.V.
Learn More »Irene Richer, Marketing Analyst & Partner, Richer Investment / Diaper Testing International
Learn More »Natalia Richer, COO, Diaper Testing International
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Welcome Reception
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Westin Kierland - Marshall’s Outpost Pavilion & LawnNovember 16
Breakfast Connections
8:00 am - 8:30 am
Welcome
8:30 am - 8:35 am
Moderator: Dave Rousse, President, INDA
New Options for a Responsible End-of-Life
8:35 am - 10:10 am
Moderator: Becky Kristopeit, Senior Manager CO2 / Footprint Reduction-Packaging & Consumer Goods Adhesives, Henkel Corporation
A Compost Industry Perspective on Compostable Product Development
Susan Thoman, Principal and Managing Director, Compost Manufacturing Alliance
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Opportunities and Challenges of a Trend towards Natural Fibers in AHP
Olaf Isele, Ph.D., Nonwovens Consultant, Metaxi SimBioSys LLC
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End of Life? Origin of Life? - Matching Process Technologies and Raw Material Options to the Shifting Sands of Legislative & Consumer Demands for Hygiene Products
Richard Knowlson, Principal, RPK Consulting
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New Options for a Responsible End-of-Life - Q&A
10:10 am - 10:25 am
Moderator: Becky Kristopeit, Senior Manager CO2 / Footprint Reduction-Packaging & Consumer Goods Adhesives, Henkel Corporation
Coffee & Networking Break
10:25 am - 11:00 am
Haptics: Four Approaches to Assessing Feel
11:00 am - 11:40 am
Moderator: Tom Kaiser, Global Baby Product Design, Attindas Hygiene Partners
Peter Botticelli, Director, Customer Solutions, SynTouch, Inc.
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Alexander Grüner, Global Marketing And Business Development Manager, Emtec Electronic GmbH
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Ben Mead, Managing Director, Hohenstein Institute America, Inc.
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Behnam Pourdeyhimi, Ph.D., William A. Klopman Distinguished Professor, And Executive Director, North Carolina State University, The Nonwovens Institute
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Haptics: Four Approaches to Assessing Feel - Q&A
11:40 am - 12:00 pm
Moderator: Tom Kaiser, Global Baby Product Design, Attindas Hygiene Partners
Lunch
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Coffee & Networking Break
1:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Product & Process Innovation in AHPs
2:00 pm - 3:55 pm
Product Innovations for the 2020’s
Chris Nelson, Business Development Manager, Curt G. Joa, Inc.
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Biotransformation Technology in Polyolefin Fibers and Nonwoven Fabrics, Focus on Fugitive Used Articles
Nick Carter, Vice-President of Marketing, Avgol Nonwovens
Learn More »DeeAnn Nelson, Ph.D., NA - R&D and Innovation Manager, Avgol Nonwovens
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Musings and Insights from Non-traditional Tests
Jim Robinson, Principal, Absorbent Hygiene Insights, LLC
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Replacing Plastic with All Natural, Performance Enhanced Hemp and Flax Fibres
Jason Finnis, Chief Technology Officer, BAST Fibre Technologies, Inc.
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Product & Process Innovation in AHPs - Q&A
3:55 pm - 4:15 pm
Coffee & Networking Break
4:15 pm - 4:30 pm
HYGIENIX Innovation Award™ Presentations
4:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Moderator: Thomas Carlyle, Global Project Manager - Special Projects, Lenzing Fibers Inc.
HYGIENIX Innovation Award™ recognizes and rewards innovation within the entire disposable absorbent hygiene value chain that utilizes nonwoven fabric or technology in a way that expands the usage of nonwovens. Presented annually at the HYGIENIX™ Conference, eligible categories include, but are not limited to: raw materials, roll goods, converting, packaging, active ingredients, binders, additives and end-use products.
Hygienix Innovation Award™ Winner Announcement will be announced Thursday, November 18, at 10:30 am.
Kudos Diaper Subscription Box
Amrita Saigal, Founder & CEO, Kudos
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INDA Lifetime Service Award Presentation
5:00 pm - 5:10 pm
Moderator: Dave Rousse, President, INDA
The Lifetime Service Award is given to individuals who have a long established record of service to INDA, specifically, and the Nonwovens Industry as a whole. The basic requirements include 20 years of service in nonwoven related functions; they must be a current or retired INDA member in good standing and must have a record of participation in INDA activities.Tabletop Displays and Reception
5:10 pm - 6:30 pm
November 17
Breakfast Connections
8:00 am - 8:30 am
AHP Market Stats, Trends & Policy Insights
8:30 am - 10:20 am
Moderator: John Poccia, President, Poccia Consulting, LLC
Understanding the State of the Nonwovens Absorbent Hygiene Market, COVID-19 Impact and Baby Boom or Bust
Brad Kalil, Director of Market Intelligence and Economic Insights, INDA
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Direct-to-Consumer Winners, Losers & Insights
Pricie Hanna, Managing Partner, Price Hanna Consultants LLC
Learn More »Colin Hanna, Director Of Research, Price Hanna Consultants LLC
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Evolution of Sustainable Hygiene: Opportunity, Challenge, and Future Growth
Liying Qian, Research Analyst, Euromonitor International
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Single-Use Plastics Policy Developments in North America
Jessica Franken, Director of Government Affairs, INDA, Association of the Nonwovens Fabrics Industry
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AHP Market Stats, Trends & Policy Insights - Q&A
10:20 am - 10:35 am
Moderator: John Poccia, President, Poccia Consulting, LLC
Coffee & Networking Break
10:35 am - 11:00 am
When E is for Environmental: E-Hygiene Advancements
11:00 am - 11:50 am
Moderator: Jeff Willis, Principal, Nonwovens By Design
Smart Sensors: Absorbent Hygiene Products on “Fire” and “Siri”
Olaf Isele, Ph.D., Nonwovens Consultant, Metaxi SimBioSys LLC
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Reimagining Feminine Hygiene Products with Novel Materials
Stefanie Lutter, Product Innovation & Technical Support Leader, Glatfelter
Learn More »Vishal Bansal, Ph.D., Vice President, Innovation, Glatfelter
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When E is for Environmental: E-Hygiene Advancements - Q&A
11:50 am - 12:00 pm
Moderator: Jeff Willis, Principal, Nonwovens By Design
Lunch
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Coffee & Networking Break
1:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Menstrual Health: Challenges to the Status Quo I
2:00 pm - 3:15 pm
Moderator: Matt O'Sickey, Ph.D., R&D Director - North America, RKW North America, Inc.
An Overview of Regulatory & Legislative Trends Affecting AHP’s in the United States
Jane Wishneff, Executive Director, BAHP
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Are These Underwear Satin? No, They’re Brand New!
Heidi Beatty, Chief Executive Officer, Crown Abbey, LLC
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Feminine Hygiene Around the World - A View of 9 Countries Today and Forecasted Market Shifts Between Now and 2024
Janet O'Regan, Director, Nonwovens Marketing, Cotton Incorporated
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Coffee & Networking Break
3:15 pm - 3:45 pm
Menstrual Health: Challenges to the Status Quo II
3:45 pm - 4:35 pm
Moderator: Matt O'Sickey, Ph.D., R&D Director - North America, RKW North America, Inc.
Consumer Insights & Future Drivers for FemCare Products
Jonathan Layer, VP Sales and Marketing – Americas, Birla Cellulose/Multifibres And Yarns (USA) Inc.
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Bleed Another Day: Megatrends from the World of Menstrual Health
Danielle Keiser, Managing Partner, Menstrual Health Hub gUG
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Menstrual Health: Challenges to the Status Quo - Q&A
4:35 pm - 5:00 pm
Moderator: Matt O'Sickey, Ph.D., R&D Director - North America, RKW North America, Inc.
Tabletop Displays and Reception
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
November 18
Breakfast Connections
8:00 am - 8:30 am
New Approaches & Unmet Needs in Baby & Inco AHPs
8:30 am - 10:35 am
Moderator: Nick Carter, Vice-President of Marketing, Avgol Nonwovens
Topic: P&G Baby Care - Sustainability Strategy
Calvin Cheng, Ph.D., Global Materials Director, Procter & Gamble Company
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Hemp Fibers in Absorbent Hygiene Products
Claire Crunk, Founder/CEO, Trace Femcare LLC
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The Modern Millennium Mom: Who She Is and What She’s Looking For
Amrita Saigal, Founder & CEO, Kudos
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End User Perspectives and Priorities: What Do Incontinence Product Users Want?
Alan Cottenden, Ph.D., Professor, University College London
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NAFC Research 2021: Understanding Consumer Needs and Desires When Considering Incontinence Products
Steven Gregg, Executive Director, National Association For Continence
Learn More »Sarah Jenkins, Director of Marketing, National Association for Continence
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New Approaches & Unmet Needs in Baby & Inco AHPs - Q&A
10:35 am - 11:00 am
Moderator: Nick Carter, Vice-President of Marketing, Avgol Nonwovens
HYGIENIX Innovation Award™ Announcement
11:00 am - 11:05 am
Moderator: Dave Rousse, President, INDA