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SEAMS, a trade association for the U.S. sewn products industry, announced board of director appointments for 2026.

“I look forward to guiding the SEAMS 2026 Board of Directors in continuing to support members by creating valuable connections, fostering new opportunities, and encouraging the exchange of ideas that reinforce domestic suppliers and manufacturers,” says Brent Jones, the newly appointed president.

“Under the leadership of Britt Moore and with the support of a highly skilled board representing every facet of textile manufacturing, SEAMS has sustained its role as one of the leading voices for the domestic supply chain and the growing demand for Made in USA products,” he continues. “I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to Britt Moore for his leadership, commitment and dedication to the industry, and welcome the newly appointed board members as the organization works to expand membership and increase attendance at its two national conferences in 2026.”

The 2026 Board of Directors is as follows, with new members designated by a * after their last name.

Executive committee

  • Brent Jones, Henderson Machinery, SEAMS president
  • Jim Hopkins, Hamrick Mills, SEAMS vice president
  • Xochil Herrera, The Chicago Pattern Maker, SEAMS secretary/treasurer
  • Britt Moore, BK Fabrics, SEAMS ex-officio

Education director (three-year term) 

  • Alex Whitley, Contempora Fabrics

Supplier directors (three-year term)

  • Tanya Wade, Manufacturing Solutions Center
  • Ryan Smith, Printcraft Company
  • Stacey Bridges, Clover Knits
  • Tabitha Green*, TVF
  • Geoff Senko, Ocean State Innovations
  • William Mebane, Unifi
  • Jeff Gladden*, Buhler Quality Yarns

Manufacturing/contractor directors (three-year term) 

  • Anthony Marini, Heartland Manufacturing
  • Brian Alhanati, Custom Fab USA
  • Steven Hawkins, America Knits
  • Cara Gilevich*, Workwear Outfitters
  • Donielle Lorelli*, National Industries of the Blind

Executive director

  • Will Duncan, Will Duncan & Associates, 2017–present

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