Posted March 23, 2015

 

CARY, N.C. – The entire wipes industry will come together to learn more about the key drivers of the supply chain at the 2015 World of Wipes® International Conference (WOW), scheduled for June 16-19 at the Hotel InterContinental Buckhead in Atlanta.

 

Presented by INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, the WOW conference is the premier and only event devoted solely to the wipes industry. Now in its ninth year, the event will feature industry-leading speakers, panel discussions, market forecasts, awards presentations, networking opportunities and more. Events kick off June 16 with a welcome reception. For the full program, click here.

 

New this year, INDA’s WIPES Academy will be offered prior to the conference, starting June 15-16. Led by Rob Johnson, PE, principal, Smith, Johnson & Associates, the academy is the first and only comprehensive wipes training for the entire wipes supply chain. The course is essential for technical and management professionals interested to learn the research, development and manufacturing of wipes. Pre-registration is required.

 

WOW highlights

 

Attendees of the three-day WOW event will learn about industry game changers, specialty materials for industrial wipes, fragrances, wet wipe preservatives, flushability and more, from such presenting companies as Nielsen, Dow Chemical, Jacob Holm Industries and many others. Other speakers include major megastore, consumer product retail store, hospital and brand owner executives sharing their insights into wipes.

 

“INDA's World of Wipes® Conference will provide an in-depth view of the innovative research, sustainable technologies and prescient actions being pursued throughout the wipes industry supply chain within the wipes industry,” said Dave Rousse, president, INDA. “This is a not-to-be-missed event where you will discover new ideas for marketing your product portfolio, interact with key customer and vendor executives, from the entire value chain, and gain important insights into what is happening in the industry. Events like WOW serve as a catalyst for thought leadership and new ideas to help INDA Members – and the industry – to be successful.”

 

Among the highlights, Carman Allison, vice president of Consumer Insights, Nielsen Inc., will speak on “Game Changers,” how consumer diversity, polarization and generational shifting will change the wipes industry. A panel representing speakers from well-known global companies will join in a panel discussion on the direction and future of flushable wipes.

 

The annual World of Wipes Innovation Award™ will be presented. This prestigious award recognizes innovation in the wipes value chain that advances the use of nonwovens. Conference attendees will vote on the winner from five finalists. Nominations for the World of Wipes Innovation Award™ close on April 13. To download a nomination form, click here.

 

Tabletop displays can be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. To reserve a display and connect with hundreds of attendees, contact Misty Ayers by email here or by calling +1 919-459-3712. Early registration discounted rates are offered until May 15. For more information on the 2015 World of Wipes® Conference or to register click here.

Source: INDA