Association board chair Craig Zola on textile industry goals
January 5, 2026 | Features, Perspective
For Craig Zola, stepping into the role of board chair felt like the natural next step of a decades-long career dedicated to textiles and association leadership.
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WANTED: Young and ambitious employees
January 5, 2026 | Features
Business leaders continually explore new ways to recruit and retain workers. This is especially true in the textile industry in regard to drawing in younger people who may not be knowledgeable about the industry and its employment offerings.
El Maximo: Keep it flowing
December 9, 2025 | Case Studies, Features
To reduce tons of phosphorus and nitrogen headed into Lake Okeechobee in Florida, the El Maximo Ranch Northern Everglades Water Quality Project diverted water for treatment.
When loyalty hurts a family business more
December 2, 2025 | Business, Features, Markets
“I can’t fire them—they’re family” can be a dangerous phrase in a family business. This deep-seated loyalty can create complications in the business if loyalty over performance is prioritized. Among the many excuses for not parting ways with family are: “It’s not a good time”; “Thi…
IAA case study: Yanting Natural Gas Treatment Facility
November 19, 2025 | Case Studies, Features
The Yanting Natural Gas Treatment Facility project is located in Yanting County, Sichuan Province, China, covering approximately 320 acres. The site includes various zones such as production, auxiliary production, torch and front plant areas, as well as functional spaces like warehouses.