The American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC) has announced the speakers who will present at the 2026 AATCC Coloration Conference, Feb. 24–25 at the StateView Hotel in Raleigh, N.C. This event will bring together professionals from across the textile and color industries to explore the latest trends and technologies in coloration.
Conference presentations
- Color Theory – Martin Bide, professor emeritus, University of Rhode Island
- The Modern Dye Laboratory: Digital Integration, Small-Batch Capability, and Shade Precision – Jessica Brooks, WL Gore & Associates, Inc.
- LEDs and Their Challenges – Mark Graham, Graham Technical Services
- Digital Standards & Color Communication in the LED/UV Era – Ryan Stanley, X-Rite
- Color Matching & Control – Tim Williams, Color Solutions International; Doug Bynum, natific; Chris Hipps, Archroma
- Natural Fibers & Efficiency Analytics – Hasan Shahari, FIBRE52
- Preparation of Synthetic Fibers: Best Practices – Brian Furr, Archroma
- Enzymatic Degradation of Cotton-based Textiles for Fiber Separation and Recycling – Sonja Salmon, North Carolina State University
- Color Without Compromise: Biobased Dyes and the Future of Sustainable Dyeing – Michele Schmidt, North Carolina State University
- New Color Application Technologies – Jennifer Thompson, COLOURized
- AATCC Test Methods – Gregg Woodcock, AATCC Executive Director
- Advancements and Challenges in Sustainable Salt-free Reactive Dyeing of Cellulose – Thomas Braun, Livinguard
- Precision Spray Dyeing, the future is here – Rick Stanford, BW Converting Inc.
- Sustainable Color Application – Speaker TBA
- Innovations in Waterless Dyeing – Swapneshu Baser, Deven Supercritical
- Advancement in Colorfastness Testing Equipment – Speaker TBA
Panel discussions
- Recent Updates from the Wilson College of Textiles – David Hinks, Dean, NC State University Wilson College of Textiles
- National Science Foundation Engine – Melissa Sharp, NC State University
- North Carolina State University Wilson College of Textiles Lab Tours
Dinner speaker
Success & Failure – Dereck Whittenburg
Dereck Whittenburg is a motivational speaker, former collegiate basketball player and coach. He is also the author of Shot Heard Around the World.
Early registration
Register today to connect with leading industry professionals and academic experts at this must-attend event. AATCC members enjoy discounted registration. Be sure to register by Feb. 10, 2026, to take advantage of early rates.
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