from the ITA President

As we approach the end of 2020, I believe that we are all thinking the same thing: When will the tumult of this year ever end?

After confronting multiple disruptions, including a trade war, a global pandemic and a contentious presidential election, we could all use a little positivity and sense of normalcy in the coming year.

In this issue of Showtime Magazine, we take an in-depth look at how the home textiles industry has admirably met the challenges of 2020.

First is a thoughtful feature by textile design consultant Saana Baker called “Creativity in the Pandemic,” about how creatives in the industry turned the upheavals of 2020 into a time of learning, discovery and renewal.

In another interesting feature, “Election Effect,” Showtime Editor Kim D. Shaver spoke to home textiles industry leaders, who weigh in on the impact of the convergence of a presidential election and global pandemic this year.

I don’t know about you, but I am excited about our upcoming 61st Showtime. Though it will look a little different from years past, and there will be some of our favorite people missing, it will provide us with a welcome opportunity to connect and do business in person. I think we are all craving to get back to a routine and socialization, with some physical distancing and safety measures, of course.

Our industry has always been one of networking, exchanging ideas, and creativity, and we are very lucky to have an organization like the ITA, that helps cultivate that.

See you at Showtime!

Kelly DiFoggio, ITA President

Kelly DiFoggio, ITA President