Fibertech 2026 Program

May 12, 2026

5:30 PM Welcome Reception

7:00 PM Dinner and Entertainment

May 13, 2026

8:30 AM Continental Breakfast

9:00 AM Welcome to Fibertech, Craig Foster, Techmer PM

9:15 AM AI and the Future of Fibers Innovation, David Allen, Techmer PM

9:45 AM Navigating Market Disruption in the Pigments Industry, Breeze Briggs, PhD, Sun Chemical

10:05 AM Economic Outlook for the Fibers Industry, Roger Tutterow, PhD, Kennesaw State University

10:50 AM Break

11:10 AM KRONOS TiO2 for Artificial Fibers, Dwain Givens, KRONOS Worldwide

11:30 AM Updates in Surface Modifications, Lindsey Yarbrough, Techmer PM

11:45 AM Networking Lunch

1:15 PM Traditional Antioxidants and UV Stabilizers and Fiber-Focused Solutions, Evan Montanez, Rianlon Americas

1:35 PM Color Prospective: Expanding Offerings in the Red/Violet Space, Kimberly Williamson, Techmer PM

1:50 PM Innovation Panel: Agile Innovation Across the Value Chain, Prashant Desai, PhD; Bao Nguyen, Ferrero; Dustin Olson, PureCycle; Moderator: Steve Loney, Techmer PM

2:35 PM Conference Concludes