Registration open for SPESA Advancements in Manufacturing Technologies Conference

Registration is now open for the 2026 SPESA Advancements in Manufacturing Technologies Conference to be held April 13–14, 2026, at The LOOM in Columbus, Ohio.

The two-day event is for manufacturers, brands, retailers, suppliers and stakeholders in the sewn products industry. Attendees will have the chance to view current technology, participate in discussion forums and network with other attendees.

Conference schedule

Monday, April 13

2–5 p.m. SPESA board meeting (SPESA board members only) at The Junto Hotel

6–7:30 p.m. Advancements Conference Welcome Networking Reception at The Junto Hotel

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Tuesday, April 14

8 a.m.–5 p.m. Educational sessions at The LOOM

5:30–7 p.m. Networking Reception at Pins Mechanical Co. Downtown Columbus

To view the conference’s full schedule, visit spesa.org/2026-advancements-conference.

To register, click here.