Lectra to Present at ITAA Conference
Lectra plans to present a number of awards and seminars during the 61st International Textile & Apparel Association’s (ITAA) annual meeting, to be held Nov. 1–6 at the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center in Alexandria, Va. Leading university scholars, educators and students working in the textile, apparel and merchandising disciplines attend the weeklong event.
Lectra will present three awards during the conference. The Lectra Outstanding Faculty Designer Award will go to the faculty member who has produced the most original garment. The Lectra Innovation Award for Faculty Research and the Lectra Innovation Award for Teaching will be presented to the authors of papers on pioneering technology applications for the apparel market. Winners will receive cash and a trip to Paris.
Various educators will present seminars on a number of subjects, including fit, 3-D body scanning, sourcing, design, marketing and consumer trends.
“We’re delighted to lend our support to this important educational forum,” said Ina Taub, project manager for Lectra USA. “This meeting is a great opportunity to showcase Lectra’s vision and to recognize faculty members who are dedicated to technology advancement in the apparel industry.” —Robert McAllister
