WAKE FOREST, NC – January 30, 2026– SEAMS, the National Association and Voice for the U.S. Sewn Products Industry for over 50 years, announced the new membership selection for the Board of Directors 2026 calendar year today.
Fast-paced market shifts and increased tariffs on imports continue to heighten the importance of SEAMS’ commitment to promoting “Made in America.” As the organization looks ahead to 2026, SEAMS remains focused on strengthening the U.S. domestic textile and sewn-products supply chain through advocacy, connection, and collaboration.
“I look forward to guiding the SEAMS 2026 Board of Directors in continuing to support members by creating valuable connections, fostering new opportunities, and encouraging the exchange of ideas that reinforce domestic suppliers and manufacturers”, said new President, Brent Jones.
“Under the leadership of Britt Moore, and with the support of a highly skilled Board representing every facet of textile manufacturing, SEAMS has sustained its role as one of the leading voices for the domestic supply chain and the growing demand for Made in USA products. I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to Britt Moore for his leadership, commitment, and dedication to the industry, and welcome the newly appointed Board members as the organization works to expand membership and increase attendance at its two national conferences in 2026”, continued Jones.
SEAMS’ networking philosophy is rooted in relationship-driven engagement—prioritizing generosity, consistency, and active contribution over transactional interactions. This approach continues to foster mutually beneficial partnerships across the industry. SEAMS looks forward to building on this tradition while expanding the opportunities and value expected from a leading trade association.
We thank our Board for all that was accomplished in 2025 and look forward to another successful year. We are honored to announce the 2026 Board of Directors – welcoming those that are new to the board (designated by*) as follows:
Executive Committee:
- Brent Jones, Henderson Machinery, SEAMS President
- Jim Hopkins, Hamrick Mills, SEAMS Vice-President
- Xochil Herrera, The Chicago Pattern Maker, SEAMS Secretary/Treasurer
- Britt Moore, BK Fabrics, SEAMS Ex-Officio
Education Director a three-year term by appointment:
- Alex Whitley, Contempora Fabrics
Supplier Directors serving a three-year term by appointment:
- Tanya Wade, Manufacturing Solutions Center
- Ryan Smith, Printcraft Company
- Stacey Bridges, Clover Knits
- Tabitha Green*, TVF
- Geoff Senko, Ocean State Innovations
- William Mebane, Unifi
- Jeff Gladden*, Buhler Quality Yarns
Manufacturing/Contractor Directors serving a three-year term by appointment:
- Anthony Marini, Heartland Manufacturing
- Brian Alhanati, Custom Fab USA
- Steven Hawkins, America Knits
- Cara Gilevich*, Workwear Outfitters
- Donielle Lorelli*, National Industries of the Blind
Executive Director
- Will Duncan, Will Duncan & Associates 2017- Present