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As the scales of globalization continue to rebalance textiles and the supply chain, the Textile Nerd Podcast will once again talk with Courtney Williams of textile innovator, brrrº, about the international economic ecosystem. Her insights from working more than two decades in fabric in markets including Asia, Europe, and the United States illuminate challenges and opportunities. Join Lori, Dan, and Courtney as they explore the landscape without wasting your time. Join us for the Textile Nerd Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Audible, or wherever you find your podcasts. https://lnkd.in/gXMyHs2k #textilesecrets #fabricsecrets #fabricpodcast #textilepodcast #textilenerdpodcast #textilenerds #fabricnerds #textileindustry #fabricindustry #sustainability #supplychain #globalization #trade

Erica Roudebush never pictured herself in sales or the textile industry, but the senior sales consultant is excelling at both while celebrating her 20th anniversary at TVF. She joined TVF in 2004 after studying English at Indiana University and getting her feet wet as a bartender and working in retail. Erica is a member of TVF’s Ownership & Engagement Board (which promotes employee-ownership culture) and has championed employee-ownership since TVF became an ESOP in 2010. Over two decades, Erica has become skilled and knowledgeable in sales and an influential voice inside the friendly confines of the TVF Carmel, Indiana Headquarters. “Everything is bigger, better, faster” since Erica started here, she says, referring to the many technological, operational, and physical footprint differences (in addition to our HQ, we have our Lebanon, Indiana warehousing operation and our California office and warehousing operation in Carson) since 2004. She credits the foresight of executives and leaders throughout the years with setting a successful vision and striving for excellence, as well as TVF’s propensity to venture into the “good kind of risk” as we’ve evolved and grown. “With sales and customer relationships, I've learned that you get out of it what you put into it, which I think is a pretty good life lesson,” Erica says about lessons she’s learned along the way. “What's that saying? The harder you work, the luckier you become. Because sometimes success is dumb luck, but then you look back and look at all the hard work I put in before that.” Erica’s outgoing nature and propensity to speak up have also grown in her time here. “I know I'm super opinionated, but I also like that TVF has been a place that's allowed me to be like that,” she says. For three consecutive years, her peers have named her a TVF Core Value Champion for embodying the company’s “Put Relationships First” value. She adds that “Help People Succeed” is a complimentary Core Value that she also appreciates. “I do feel like I am or have been a sounding board for people in the company. I like people come to me and ask advice and that's another thing being here 20 years, it's like you have seen the historical evolution of the company or how things have worked in the past… people come to me about, you know, career advice or things like that, so that makes me feel really good, too.” Erica credits much of her success to the mentorship of long-time TVF leaders, including Suzanne Freeman (who retired in 2023 after 38 years), Senior Sales Consultant Jim Prestipino (celebrating 20 years in 2022), Classic & Vinyl Director Bob Burns (with TVF since 1986), Vice President of Sales Jeff Nonte (who joined in 2003), and Senior Sales Consultant Shelly Hirschinger (who came on board in 2006), among many others. Outside of work, Erica enjoys spending time with her family and supporting the many artistic and athletic endeavors of her children. #TVFCommunity 🧡

We’re proud to partner with digital printing standard-setters, Mimaki USA, Inc. at PRINTING United Expo 2024. Check out their dye-sublimation printers designed for high-speed, hyper-efficient, consistent production runs. Watch for the “Now Printing TVF” signs in Mimaki’s Booth C1737 and see the magic in real time.

What do 8.1 oz. Polyester Linen, Kenai Vegan Leather, 4.3 oz. Polyester Microfiber Flatback Mesh, and 4 oz. Polyester Mid-Weight Microsuede have in common? Though very different in characteristics and end-uses, they are all masters of versatility. Investigate more about these multi-functional fabrics and see if their wide-ranging applications fit your objectives. https://lnkd.in/ev9_-FHY

TVF is proud to partner in printing with Durst Image Technology U.S. at PRINTING United Expo 2024. Their advertising and soft signage printing technology for dye-sublimation direct or transfer inks includes eco-friendly and odorless options. Watch for the “Now Printing TVF” signs in Durst’s Booth C1543 and see the fabric printing brilliance.

Nylon Pack Cloth is more than fabric… it’s a companion. We count on this versatile material’s reliability, durability, and consistency for outdoor gear, luggage, sporting goods, and apparel reinforcement. Our Resource Center will help you dig deeper into what makes Nylon Pack Cloth such an icon. https://lnkd.in/gaNrrSpi

TVF is proud to partner in printing with Kornit Digital at PRINTING United Expo 2024. Their direct-to-fabric and direct-to-garment printers “define the future of fashion tech,” as they say. Watch for the “Now Printing TVF” signs in Kornit’s Booths SL5029 and SL12221, and see the bold imagery in action on booth furniture.

Hands on buzzers! It’s time for Textile Trivia: TVF Golden Anniversary Edition. We’ll go back to 1974 to ask: which board game was first published the same year TVF was founded? A. Rail Baron B. Connect Four C. Dungeons & Dragons D. All of the above

⏰  ARE. YOU. READY? ⏰ We are! We have less than a month until Advanced Textiles Expo 2024 and we can’t wait to connect. Need complimentary access? Use our guest code: EX24VIPTVF Put our elite fabrics and expertise to use for you. We’ll be in Booth #1248. See you in Anaheim!

TVF is proud to partner in printing with industry legend, HP Graphic Arts at PRINTING United Expo 2024. Their wide-format dye-sublimation and latex options are engineered to deliver sharp, vivid graphics on textiles for apparel, soft signage, and more. Watch for the “Now Printing TVF” signs in HP’s Booth C1415 and see the imagery come to life.