Textile Experts

Christina M. Heckman, PhD

Professor of English, Department of English and World LanguagesAugusta University

Professor Heckman focuses on the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, history of English language and Anglo-Saxon and middle English literature.

Fantasy LiteratureHistorical LinguisticsReligious StudiesEarly English LiteratureMedieval Literatures and Cultures

Bo Li, PhD

Associate Professor of Mechanical EngineeringVillanova University

Prof. Bo Li, PhD, researches nanomaterials and advanced manufacturing for next generation coatings, electronics and composites.

NanomaterialsAdvanced ManufacturingInterfacial EngineeringFlexible ElectronicsSmart Coatings

Michael J. McClure, Ph.D.

Associate Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering | BE, Vanderbilt University | Ph.D, Virginia Commonwealth UniversityVCU College of Engineering

Understanding the role of extracellular matrix and mechanical forces to regulate skeletal muscle structure, function, and innervation.

Muscle agingCell-matrix interactionsIntegrin-mediated signalingMyoblast fusionRegenerative rehabilitation in skeletal muscle trauma

Jean Roy

Principal ConsultantCleartelligence, Inc.

Jean Roy is an expert across multiple industries including, medical device, retail, aerospace and business intelligence, project management.

Logistics and EngineeringBusiness IntelligenceSupply ChainAerospace and SteelTextile

Lewis Perkins

Sustainability StrategistNew House LLC

Engaging Social and Environmental Responsibility Speaker

Corporate Sustainability TrendsKnowledge & InsightsCradle to Cradle Product InnovationContinuous Improvement Quality StandardsSustainable Textiles & Apparel