30 April 2009, Charlotte, NC - The Hosiery Association (THA)
hosted its Global Legwear Conference and 104th Annual Convention in Hilton
Head, South Carolina from April 23-26, 2009, which was attended by one hundred
delegates. The convention speakers provided extensive information about
worldwide economic issues, legislative developments, and consumer trends. The
business sessions were designed to give members critical information necessary
to develop effective strategies for today’s challenging global market
conditions.
“The legwear market becomes more complex every day,” says
Sally Kay, THA’s president and CEO. “Our members recognize that a global
perspective is absolutely critical to succeed. The expert opinions and succinct
analyses presented at the Annual Convention gave our members exclusive and
actionable insights into the market in a very time-effective format.”
The Annual Convention featured guest speakers from the
financial, manufacturing, marketing and legislative sectors. The experts shared
an overview of the current world economy plus made projections for labour,
materials, currencies, duties, transportation, and other supply chain costs
both globally and by the key geographic regions of Asia, South America, and
Central America. Legislative experts explained new regulations impacting the
industry. Consumer experts presented information to help association members
take advantage of trends at retail.
“Speaking as a legwear manufacturer, THA’s Annual Convention
provided me with a vast amount of vital and timely information that I will use
in managing my business,” says Cathy Allen, THA’s chairperson and a vice
president at Crescent. “During the three days of the convention, I collected
useful economic data, legislative guidance, and consumer knowledge that will
definitely help my company take advantage of the opportunities we see in the
global market. The return on my time investment was very worthwhile.”
In addition to the Annual Convention, The Hosiery
Association provides other educational forums and publications on topics of
interest to global legwear manufacturers and suppliers including governmental
regulations, consumer and fashion trends, and technical developments. THA also
represents its members in Washington, D. C. as well as promotes its members and
the industry with the consumer and retail media. The association coordinates
philanthropic efforts to maximize the industry’s contributions to those in
need. Details on joining The Hosiery
Association are available at www.HosieryAssociation.com.
About The Hosiery Association
Founded in 1905 and headquartered in Charlotte, NC, The
Hosiery Association (THA) is the central, trusted source for information and
trends that impact the global legwear industry. THA represents legwear
manufacturers and their suppliers from around the world and supports them with
information, education, legislative advocacy, and global networking. The
organization also works to build interest in legwear with retailers and the
media on behalf of its members. Additional information and THA membership
applications are available at the association’s website,
www.HosieryAssociation.com.
