Wednesday, October 29, 2008

Advertising rates/editorial calendar for both HOSIERY NEWS/ INSIDER and THA’s Website can be found (here). For more specific details, contact Jeanna Sheldon at jeanna.sheldon@hosieryassociation.com or 704.365.0913, ext. 203.

MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL: Final Notices Mailed: If you have not already done so, we encourage you to process your payment in a timely manner. Membership access code to website will be updated on Monday, November 3rd at which time all unpaid members have lost benefits/privileges. Any questions, contact Sheila Simpson at 704.365-0913, ext. 205, sheila's email or Jeanna Sheldon at ext. 203, jeanna's email.

“Kudos on the Webinars. I think they are valuable and worthwhile.” Dan Key - Crescent, Inc.

“I think these webinars are a great value add to being a member of the THA. Thank you for setting these up.” Mark Zerona - President/CEO - Shogren Industries

October 30, 2008 - How Green Are Your Socks?
What “Green” Means and How Today’s Eco-Trends May Affect Tomorrow’s Sales
Thursday, October 30, 2008 - 11:00am EDT
(Registration Form)

“Green” supply chains, “eco-friendly” packaging and “sustainable” fibers have been touted as everything from the latest consumer trends and valuable niche marketing opportunities to critical steps necessary to meet today’s retailer requirements and possible new federal environmental laws and regulations. But what do these terms even mean? Are “green” products really valuable to consumers? What retailer and government standards is the legwear industry likely to need to meet in the future? This month’s Footnotes Webinar will take up these questions and provide real answers. It will examine cost effective ways hosiery manufacturers and suppliers can capitalize on new green marketing opportunities and integrate environmental goals into their functional and strategic decision-making while meeting evolving government, retailer and consumer expectations and requirements. Speakers include: Don Kasten, Industrial Assessment Center (funded by the U.S. Department of Energy); Dina Dunn General Partner, Blink LLC (Agency of Record for Oeko-Tex); Nicole Green Senior Strategist, Frank About Women and Diane Ridgway-Cross, Managing Partner, Frank About Women.

Save the Dates for Future Webinars:

• November 19, 2008
  A Leg-up on the Next Administration
  How the new Administration will likely impact the legwear industry

Missed Past Webinars?
If you weren’t able to attend past webinars, visit the THA website member section for meeting materials. Questions, contact the THA office at 704.365.0913.

November 11, 2008 CHA Regional Meeting @ Hosiery Technology Center – Hickory, NC
“Yarns and Fibers: Connecting our Future”
Industry executives, Mike Hubbard, Vice President at the National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO) and Ria Stern, Global Marketing & Brand Director at Hyosung in the creora® spandex performance unit will discuss the latest yarn and fiber trends globally that will be prevalent in the socks, hosiery and seamless knitting sectors. Specifically, they will highlight product development and functionality, the various geographic regions for production and their respective traffic patterns, and fashion’s creative directions. (click here for registration form). This complimentary luncheon program will be held from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm. Registration deadline is Tuesday, November 4.

THA INDUSTRY DIRECTORY:
ARE YOU CONNECTED? Members, if you have not recently sent us your information to include in the electronic THA Directory, please contact THA for a copy of the directory application.

THA / Groz-Beckert 4th Annual Golf Tournament a Success!
Thank you for helping us generate over $21,000 during the golf tournament which was held Wednesday, October 15 at the Bermuda Run Country Club in Bermuda Run, NC. Please note that a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Association’s new philanthropic initiative, NOCOLDFEET™. Special thanks to the following companies for their support: Groz-Beckert USA , Fiber & Yarn Products, Ken Smith Yarn Company, New Century Yarns, NPD Group, PrimaLoft, and Unifi Inc.

THA supports Working Wardrobe’s Men’s Day of Self Esteem - On Sunday, October 19, Working Wardrobes will welcome veterans of the recent conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan to its annual Men’s Day of Self-Esteem. Marines from Camp Pendleton’s Transition Assistance Program, as well as homeless veterans being served by New Directions in Los Angeles, will join the 100+ men from seven other Orange and Los Angeles County programs. The men will receive working wardrobes and grooming services, hear motivational speaker Raphael Natale, and participate in mock-interviews and a career fair. The Hosiery Association has selected Working Wardrobes™ as its charity of choice and member companies will donate leg wear, hosiery and undergarments to help Working Wardrobes clients complete their business outfits and dress with confidence. Special thanks to Crescent Inc. and Hanesbrands for their product donations to this particular event. For more information, visit www.nocoldfeet.org. Pictured above is Jerri Rosen, founder of Working Wardrobes along with Reginald, one of the event’s clients.

THA Board of Directors Meeting:
November 14, 2008 at Courtyard by Marriott Ballantyne Resort -Charlotte, NC

THA Annual Convention Dates Set for 2009
and 2010:
April 23-26, 2009 – Hilton Ocean Front Resort, Hilton Head, South Carolina
April 29 – May 2, 2010 – Francis Marion Hotel – Charleston, South Carolina

Check out site for updated information! THA has launched a new section on its website that provides information on eco-awareness, “green”, sustainability, etc. within the legwear industry. Whether you are looking for specific products and/or services, this medium will offer insights that are pertinent to the industry, the retailer and the consumer. Contact Sally Kay, 704.365.0-913, ext. 212 or email if you’d like to share your “green” information through this new communications tool.

The contents printed in this document are informational in nature. They are gathered from various industry sources and do not necessarily reflect the views and/or actions of THA.
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