SEAMS Announces New Membership Selections for Board

Industry association names new leadership for 2026 as it focuses on strengthening domestic textile and sewn-products supply chain.

Feb. 1, 2026 at 7:47pm

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SEAMS, the National Association and Voice for the U.S. Sewn Products Industry, has announced the new membership selection for its Board of Directors for the 2026 calendar year. The organization remains focused on promoting 'Made in America' and strengthening the domestic textile and sewn-products supply chain through advocacy, connection, and collaboration.

Why it matters

SEAMS plays a crucial role in supporting the U.S. textile and sewn-products manufacturing industry, which has faced challenges from fast-paced market shifts and increased tariffs on imports. The new board leadership will guide the organization's efforts to create valuable connections, foster new opportunities, and encourage the exchange of ideas that reinforce domestic suppliers and manufacturers.

The details

The new SEAMS Board of Directors includes a mix of returning and new members, representing every facet of textile manufacturing. Brent Jones of Henderson Machinery will serve as the new SEAMS President, while Britt Moore of BK Fabrics will continue as Ex-Officio. The board also includes representatives from companies like Hamrick Mills, The Chicago Pattern Maker, Contempora Fabrics, Manufacturing Solutions Center, Printcraft Company, and more.

  • SEAMS announced the new board selections on February 2, 2026.

The players

Brent Jones

The new President of SEAMS, representing Henderson Machinery.

Britt Moore

The SEAMS Ex-Officio, representing BK Fabrics.

Will Duncan

The Executive Director of SEAMS, representing Will Duncan & Associates.

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What they’re saying

“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”

— Brent Jones, SEAMS President (hfbusiness.com)

“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”

— Brent Jones, SEAMS President (hfbusiness.com)

The takeaway

SEAMS' continued focus on strengthening the domestic textile and sewn-products supply chain through its new board leadership underscores the industry's commitment to promoting 'Made in America' products and supporting U.S. manufacturers in the face of global market challenges.