Sourcing From the Americas: Our Position

Updated June 1, 2022 -- At the AAPN, we believe that doing business in the USA and the Americas is easier, faster, safer, better and more stable. Sure, if you want to source huge quantities; and you know what will sell way in advance; and you are not worried about flexibility; and you just want cheap; then there are plenty of mega-factories in the world that will take your orders. But in this post-virus industry, if you are looking for a more stable and flexible sourcing model, one that better aligns with today’s millions-of-markets-of-one, hyper-connected, last-mile, want-it-my-way-consumer, then you need to look to the Americas. Here’s why:

“The AAPN is a network of industry professionals who are linked not only by their shared purpose, they are also linked together, daily, through the AAPN email broadcast. Much more than an organizational newsletter, it’s a careful curation from pertinent newspaper, magazine, and journal articles, enriched by the daily discussion they generate.” -- Randy Harward, Advisor | Sustainability - Innovation - Leadership

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2022 pro:Americas Annual Conference

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AAPN's Walter T. Wilhelm Leadership Award ("The Walter") awarded in Miami

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2023 Carolina Mill Tour
May 1 - 4

2023 pro:Americas Annual Conference
July 9 - 11
Eden Roc Hotel | Miami

2022 AAPN Carolina Mill Tour

"One of my key takeaways from this trip is to get involved! To really take the time to dive in and learn everything there is to know about textiles. I went in with basic knowledge and feel like I returned with a better comprehension of the fabrics I deal with on a daily basis. I got a real understanding of how much goes into just one roll of fabric. From the fibers to the yarns, to the knitting or weaving, to the finishes! Absolutely amazing and eye opening to see the process from start to finish." - Danielle Martinez, Raw materials assistant, Fabletics

"The key takeaway from the week was the textile industry is very interconnected and willing to share knowledge to make our work better as a whole. Everyone on the tour, as well as the mill partners we visited, were open and honest about challenges and gave insight to solutions within the industry that has worked for them." - Helen Wilson, Material developer, Workwear Outfitters