MaterialSource

The right materials to begin to manage global supply chain needs.

The Key Segments of MaterialSource:

The place to see the latest raw materials for leather goods, leather garments, footwear, luggage, garments and bags. This section will focus on materials and trims that American companies need to specify for their global order placement.
Leathers, textiles, synthetics, components. Trims, closures from around the world will be on display. A special emphasis on cutting edge materials that can be specified for global production.
Material Source will identify sources that can deliver materials to global manufacturers being used by major US Buyers.

Target Products:

Leathers
Textiles
Cutting-edge leathers with new finishes
Trims, hardware and components for footwear, garments and luggage
Synthetics and textiles, faux furs, microfibers and more.

What are the Target Attendees Needs?

Imagine that you have received the specifications for the newest item that will be hot for the collection. You need to find the right material, leather, synthetic or textile and components to make that item a reality and you need to find it before your competitor. Where can you find the right raw material?

>>>> You need MaterialSource

Target Attendee Market

Major department store sourcing departments: Most American department stores and big box retailers have a sourcing department creating private label for the next year. These departments are searching the globe for the right raw materials, trims and accessories to complete their lines. MaterialSource will create a place for these teams to source the right materials to be specified for production.
Major wholesale buyers: Many smaller companies cannot afford to have full sourcing departments and they depend on agents and wholesale buyers. Source International wants to give these key buyers a show where they can see what is available to get that order and place that business.
Major footwear and leather goods sourcing departments who are looking for new materials and new components to make.
Major promotional product development directors: Another key area is product development and sourcing for major promotional product companies.
Designers and fabric managers: For those looking for the cutting-edge materials and trims to add that creative edge to a new line or a new product.