About Our Sponsors
This event is sponsored by the Zeis Textile Extension Education and Economic Development Center and Textile Exchange.
Zeis Textile Extension Education for Economic Development Center
The Zeis Textile Extension Education for Economic Impact Center was formed in November, 2006 by Steve Zeis, College of Textiles graduate, class of '62, and his wife Frosene of Asheville, NC. The center was established through two Centennial Scholarships with a $500,000 bequest and an additional $1M life income gift.
The center supports textile companies in North Carolina and throughout the world through professional education, applied research and other extension and engagement activities.
Textile Exchange
Textile Exchange is a non-profit, tax-exempt charity operating internationally and committed to the responsible expansion of sustainable textiles across the global textile value chain. Textile Exchange is headquartered in the USA with staff and contractors located in eight countries.
Conscious Living TV
Launched on earth day 2007, Conscious Living TV is a multi platform television program bringing viewers the innovators, ideas and trends that are creating a more just, sustainable and peacefully fabulous world. Conscious Living TV is a series produced by green tv/film production company Conscious Planet, founded by Bianca and Michael Alexander, who have traveled the world covering the latest in sustainable design. For the latest news on international eco-fashion designers and textile trends, visit the style page of www.ConsciousLivingTV.com, or connect with us via facebook or twitter @ConsciousTV.
Anvil Knitwear, Inc.
Anvil Knitwear, Inc., a century old apparel brand, is a leader in the sustainable apparel industry with its AnvilOrganic® and AnvilSustainable® brands. AnvilOrganic® has been ranked in the top ten largest organic programs worldwide by the Textile Exchange for the last three years. For more information, please visit www.AnvilCSR.com.