Federal and Defense Textile Summit
2026 Post-FEDTEX Materials
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Attendee List
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Session Summaries
Presentations
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General Sessions
Morning General Session and Navigating Legislative Updates and Challenges for a Berry-Compliant Textile Industry
Lunch General Session; Academia’s Impact on Department of Defense Textiles – North Carolina State University and An Economic Outlook Amid Persistent Global Uncertainty
Breakout sessions:
May 19
Federal Government Contracts: A Guide on Selling to the Government
Mastering Proposal Writing for Department of Defense Contracts in the Textiles
Unlocking Federal Contracting Opportunities: A Guide to Essential Free Resources
Leveraging DLA’s TLS Contract & General Services Agency Schedule
Explore the NC DMCSP: Advancing Smart Textiles for the Military
Unlocking SBIR/STTR Funding Opportunities for Textile Innovations
May 20
The Robotic Revolution in Textile Manufacturing: Efficiency, Precision and Innovation
CMMC Readiness: A Step-By-Step Guide for Contractors
Defense Logistics Agency: Building Resilience in the Textiles
Revolutionizing Textile Sustainability through Recycling, Alternative Fibers and Technology
How Embracing Artificial Intelligence Can Transform Your Textile Business
Workforce Resources for Government and the Textile Industry
Navigating Business Opportunities with: AbilityOne, AB1 Central Non-Profit, Source America and Bureau of Prisons Programs
PFAS Research and Development, Industry Initiatives and Government Standards
Military Service Dialogue with Industry
US Navy and US Coast Guard
US Marine Corps
US Air Force
US Army