April 7-9, 2026
Oregon Convention Center

DAY 0 SUSTAINABILITY WORKSHOP

At the Functional Fabric Fair Day 0 Sustainability Workshop, sustainability practitioners will present a pragmatic approach to foundational topics as well as some of the latest updates and developments. Manufacturers will present real-world case studies related to the topics throughout the day. Attendees will participate in round table conversations and interactive activities and will leave with new knowledge to use immediately starting on Day 1 of the Fair.

Session topics will include:

  • Electrification of Apparel and Textile Manufacturing
  • Scaling Textile-to-Textile Recycling and Circular Materials
  • Managing Chemistry in the Textile Supply Chain
  • Social and Labor Priorities Beyond Tier 1 
  • Packaging Innovation and EPR Regulations

Please Note: Workshop availability is on a first-come, first-served basis as there are a limited number of seats, secure your spot at the time of registration. If you would like to upgrade to the Day 0 Sustainability Workshop pass in the future, you may reach out to our customer service team to get upgraded. If you are an exhibitor, you must purchase your conference pass in the exhibitor hub.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact our customer service team at [email protected] or +1 (888) 464-6313 | +1 (203) 840-5630.


DAY 0 INSTRUCTORS

Eric Brody
Founder and Principal, Shift Advantage
 

Todd Copeland
Owner & Founder, Copeland Consultancy LLC

Kevin Myette
Director, Global Brand Services, Bluesign Technologies AG



DAY 0 SUSTAINABILITY WORKSHOP SCHEDULE

Hyatt Regency Portland - Deschutes Ballroom
April 7, 2026 | 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

4:30 PM

Networking Happy Hour