Careers in Textiles Symposium

What is a Career in Textiles? HGA’s one-day online symposium spotlights leading professionals and industry trendsetters, shares their experiences, and provides insights on the diverse and changing landscape of textiles and fiber art. The symposium is open to all but is geared toward young professionals, recent graduates, and students. The symposium is presented virtually, and all sessions are recorded and available for registered attendees to view at their convenience for up to 90 days following the presentation. Students holding an active HGA student membership or showing proof of enrollment will receive complimentary admission.

Save the Date: March 20, 2026

 

Schedule

March 20, 2026 Schedule

Representing different areas within the textiles career field, HGA’s invited speakers will share their knowledge and enlighten attendees to potential opportunities in the field. Schools and universities will share information on their textile design and fiber art programs.

All sessions are recorded and available for 90 days. All times are Eastern Time Zone.

  9:45 AM - 10:00 AM: Opening Remarks, Elizabeth Williamson, HGA Executive Director

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM: TBA

11:00 AM - 11:10 AM: TBA

11:15 AM - 11:30 AM: TBA

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM: TBA

12:35 PM - 12:55 PM: TBA

  1:00 PM -   2:00 PM: TBA

  2:05 PM -   2:25 PM: TBA

  2:30 PM -   3:30 PM: TBA

  3:35 PM -   3:55 PM: TBA

  4:00 PM -   5:00 PM: TBA

  5:10 PM -   5:25 PM: TBA

  5:30 PM -   6:00 PM: TBA

Speakers
Fiber Art Programs
Advertising Opportunities
Sponsorship Opportunities
Registration Fees:
$  0 - Students
$  5 - All HGA Members (donations are encouraged)
$25 - Non-HGA Members
Members, when registering, to receive the Member rate, you must first login to My Account. Not a member? Join Today. For assistance please call (678) 730-0010 Monday-Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM ET.

For more information call (678) 730-0010 or email HGA@WeaveSpinDye.org