The US Commerce Department, in partnership with the Industrial Fabrics Association International, announced today that it will host a Smart Fabrics Summit on April 4, 2016 in Washington, DC.
A release from the Commerce Department says that the day-long session will be designed to get fashion, technology, and policy players around the same table. Specific issues include R&D funding, IP issues, standards, import classifications, and health regulations.
No format, venues, or attendees have yet been announced. The website includes a form to enter your name and e-mail for more information.