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Webinar: Chemical Management - Why Should I Care?

Hear a discussion about the evolving approaches to chemical management and practical actions companies can implement.
Audience: Open industry. All apparel and footwear industry professionals, regardless of AAFA membership, are encouraged to participate.

Description:

It is essential for companies to understand current and future trends affecting the development of regulations. Having a clear understanding of environmental concerns, water activism, and health and product transparency is crucial when developing effective strategies for managing chemicals in products and throughout the supply chain.

This webinar will include a discussion of the evolving approaches to chemical management and practical actions companies can implement.

Topics presented in this webinar include:
  • An examination of forces driving current and future chemical requirements.
  • The evolution of chemical management approaches.
  • A discussion of chemical management strategies.  

Speakers:

Rick Horwitch
Vice President Global Retail Lead Supply Chain Strategy
Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services

Bureau Veritas is the world’s oldest and one of the largest providers of Quality, Health, Safety, Environmental, and Sustainability (QHSES) services. Bureau Veritas’ customers include 48 of the top 50 retailers in North America and 41 of the top 50 consumer products brands. Rick’s focus is on developing Supply Chain Risk and Quality Management (SCRQM) and Sustainability solutions, as well as strategic partnerships and alliances which help customers protect their brands, reduce cost, and improve cycle time.

Matthew Nudell
Global Consulting Specialist, Analytical Services Department
Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services

Matt has been with Bureau Veritas for eight years and is responsible for monitoring analytical regulatory trends and events in the Americas.

Moderator:

Megan Balkovic
Sponsorship Development Manager
AAFA

Megan is an experienced association professional who oversees sponsor development and facilitates AAFA's webinar program. Prior to joining AAFA, Megan directed the governance, volunteer, and membership programs for the Association of Clinical Research Professionals.  She also spent eight years cultivating corporate and individual sponsorships and managing pre-college engineering and math education programs with the Junior Engineering Technical Society and MATHCOUNTS Foundation. Megan holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Carson-Newman University in Jefferson City, Tennessee.

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When
3/28/2018 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where
Online