In 2023\, Lisa Goldsand and Ragul Senthil partnered on a research project to track the environmental impact of scale d re-use of clothing and accessories at a hyper-local level in Bexley. The y presented their findings at this year&rsquo\;s International Textile and Apparel Association Conference in Baltimore. Join them at the library\, w here they will share about their year working together\, what they learned \, and their vision for future applications of their learnings. \;
\nAbout the presenters:
\nLisa Goldsand< /strong> is the founder of Circular Thrift LLC\, which champions sustainab le consumption. Her start-up\, focused first in Bexley\, OH offers consume rs a variety of convenient ways to scale the re-use of clothing. Solutions include publicly accessible clothing drop bins\, community clothing swaps \, pop-up thrift sales\, and upcycle projects. Lisa&rsquo\;s goal is to ra ise awareness about consumption and to shift consumer behavior toward re-u se instead of new purchases. Lisa lives in Bexley\, OH\, where she serves as chair of the city&rsquo\;s Environmental and Sustainability Action Comm ittee. \;
\nRagul Senthil is currently earning his Masters Degree at the Ohio State University in the field of Human Scie nces. He has an extensive background in both academia and the textile indu stry\, and specializes in sustainable and circular design in fashion and h ome textiles. His skillset includes developing high-quality technical text iles for top-tier clients\, with a deep understanding of raw materials\, e mbellishment techniques\, and quality assurance. Ragul is dedicated to tra nsforming the home textiles and apparel sector by leveraging insights in c onsumer behavior\, post-consumer waste\, retail and supply chain managemen t\, and environmental sustainability. He is committed to collaborating wit h others for a more sustainable and responsible industry. \;
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