Interest groups help AATCC members connect with like-minded professionals. Participate in one, some, or all for no additional fee.
To join an interest group, update your member profile or contact the Membership Department.
Individual members may join all interest groups, but be a voting member of only one interest group.
The mission of the Chemical Applications interest group is to stimulate and expand the knowledge base of applying chemicals (preparation aids, colorants, finishes, polymers, etc.) to textile substrates. The group concentrates on the technologies, equipment, systems, and processes used, as well as testing the physical/mechanical properties of treated materials.
To view the current Interest Group Chair, learn more about officer roles, or to nominate an officer, visit Board & Governance
Member-Only
Concept 2 Consumer (C2C) was formed to provide a forum for textile, apparel, and home fashions manufacturers and retailers. Members discuss issues surrounding the creation of product, from initial concept to final consumption.
To view the current Interest Group Chair, learn more about officer roles, or to nominate an officer, visit Board & Governance
Member-Only
The Materials interest group was formed to stimulate and expand the collective knowledge and development of new materials related to the fiber and fiber products industries via innovative modifications of existing structures and/or creation of unique compositions of matter.
To view the current Interest Group Chair, learn more about officer roles, or to nominate an officer, visit Board & Governance
Member-Only
The Rising Professionals interest group (RISE) addresses professional development, networking, mentorship, leadership, and other aspects of a career in textiles.
The Rising Professionals interest group is open to all AATCC members regardless of age and especially encourages new members to select it as their voting interest group.
The group provides a “home” for individuals new to AATCC and/or new to the industry—whether recent graduates or seasoned professionals coming to textiles from another industry.
To view the current Interest Group Chair, learn more about officer roles, or to nominate an officer, visit Board & Governance
Member-Only
Interest group activities are built around these “pillars.”
Education: interest group meetings, Summit and conference presentations and panels
Empowerment: mentorship program, diversity & inclusion, leadership development
Member Services: AATCC Future Leaders Award, committee best practices, training materials
Understanding AATCC as a valuable resource!
Students/Academia: representation of student ideas, needs, and interests
Professional/Industry: representation of professional ideas, needs, and interests
The nickname RISE stands for:
Reach (programs & events)
Information (educational content, training materials)
Services (member resources)
Empowerment (mentorship program).
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