The IoClothes Podcast : Fusing Tech & Textiles ™

In this episode of The IoClothes Podcast, we'll be sharing a featured presentation Ben Cooper recently gave at the 2018 Southern Textile Association Summer Marketing Forum in Belmont, North Carolina. The title of my talk, “Who Said We Had to Go to Mars?”. During the presentation, we discuss a common perception that innovation has to be grand and audacious. In some instances, that is certainly the case but the reality is that it sits on a spectrum. The false narrative that innovation needs to disrupt an entire industry is usually how and why programs crash and burn. We discuss what the spirit of innovation really means, and how everyone can start being innovative today! Enjoy! Support for this episode is brought to you by Myant. The world's most advanced textile computing platform. For more information, check out https://www.myant.ca/solutions. For more on the podcast and the rapidly growing community we're building at IoClothes, check us out at www.ioclothes.com. You can subscribe to the podcast on: iTunes Google Play Stitcher Pocket Cast Follow Us: LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram Copyright © 2017-2018 IoClothes Consulting LLC. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is for general information purposes only. In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage derived from the information provided.

In this episode of The IoClothes Podcast, we speak with Gerry Elman, Principal of Elman Technology Law. When we're building product, some time the legal strategy can seem like an after-thought. It shouldn't be. It's as integral as the product or systems you're building themselves! We discuss with Gerry some of the considerations to be made as we navigate the legal mine field. He also shares an important ruling made by the US Supreme Court (Alice Corporation vs CLS Bank International) on what is patent eligible in this computer information age. For more information on Elman Technology Law, check out their website at www.elman.com. You can also follow them on Facebook @ElmanTechnologyLaw Support for this episode is brought to you by Myant. The world's most advanced textile computing platform. For more information, check out https://www.myant.ca/solutions. For more on the podcast and the rapidly growing community we're building at IoClothes, check us out at www.ioclothes.com. You can subscribe to the podcast on: iTunes Google Play Stitcher Pocket Cast Follow Us: LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram Copyright © 2017-2018 IoClothes Consulting LLC. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is for general information purposes only. In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage derived from the information provided.

In this episode of The IoClothes Podcast, we speak with Gaston MacMillan, one of the industries go-to experts in the world of advanced apparel development. Gaston has seen and done a lot in the world of apparel and body-worn technology. From his early days at Mountain Hardware working on heat garments to advanced apparel development at The North Face to product development for Fitbit to cutting-edge fitness attire with Athos, he's got the chops and resume to prove it! Gaston also shares his perspective on what it takes to problem-solve, innovate and create truly innovative products in this rapidly evolving world we're living in. For more information on how to get in touch with Gaston. Feel free to reach out to him via LinkedIn. Support for this episode is brought to you by Myant. The world's most advanced textile computing platform. For more information, check out https://www.myant.ca/solutions. For more on the podcast and the rapidly growing community we're building at IoClothes, check us out at www.ioclothes.com. You can subscribe to the podcast on: iTunes Google Play Stitcher Pocket Cast Follow Us: LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram Copyright © 2017-2018 IoClothes Consulting LLC. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is for general information purposes only. In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage derived from the information provided.

In this episode of The IoClothes Podcast, we speak with Hello everyone and welcome. I am your host Ben Cooper, and today we'll be speaking with Jackie Trebilcock, Managing Director of the New York Fashion Tech Lab. As we've said in the past, the players necessary to usher in the future of a digitally connected future are diverse. This week speak with Jackie about what The New York Fashion Tech Lab is doing to build community, develop relationships and created a business development platform. Interestingly, their program focuses on women-led fashion technology start-ups innovating at the intersection of fashion, retail, and technology. In this episode we won't be talking about product but another important piece to equation as companies look to build “smarter” businesses. For more information on the New York Fashion Tech Lab, check out their website at www.nyftlab.com. You can also follow them on social media on Twitter, Pinterest, Youtube, and Instagram @nyftlab across all platforms. Support for this episode is brought to you by Myant. The world's most advanced textile computing platform. For more information, check out https://www.myant.ca/solutions. For more on the podcast and the rapidly growing community we're building at IoClothes, check us out at www.ioclothes.com. You can subscribe to the podcast on: iTunes Google Play Stitcher Pocket Cast Follow Us: LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram Copyright © 2017-2018 IoClothes Consulting LLC. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is for general information purposes only. In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage derived from the information provided.

In this episode of The IoClothes Podcast, we speak with inventor and e-textiles pioneer, H. Lee Wainwright. With the absolute utmost of respect, he's a mad scientist! This was one of the most interesting and unique conversations I've had in the e-textiles world, and the demo I was shown stuck with me for a very long while after. The best way I can describe what I witness was a cross between an E.T. figure and an elaborate Christmas tree. Listen, Lee has been in the business for a while and led some incredible initiatives, from illuminating outfits that Britney Spears wore during her world tours to auction items showcased on the Rosie O'Donnell Show to projects with Disney and much more! The focus of our conversation is on his new Opti-Coupler™, which at its core is a fiber-optic technology. What's also interesting is Lee is inviting developers and fellow inventors to source the material of his system and collaborate! Hold on and listen up because this just may be the solution to your challenges! For more information on Lee, check out his website at www.hleewainwright.com Support for this episode is brought to you by Myant. The world's most advanced textile computing platform. For more information, check out https://www.myant.ca/solutions. For more on the podcast and the rapidly growing community we're building at IoClothes, check us out at www.ioclothes.com. You can subscribe to the podcast on: iTunes Google Play Stitcher Pocket Cast Follow Us: LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram Copyright © 2017-2018 IoClothes Consulting LLC. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is for general information purposes only. In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage derived from the information provided.

In this episode of The IoClothes Podcast, we had the tremendous honor and privilege of speaking with another luminary of the smart textiles world, Steve Leftly, Founder of Myovolt. To give some context: At the same time Stacey Burr and her team were working on cutting-edge innovations in the smart textiles space in the US, Steve and his teams at Softswitch and Fibretronic were on the other side of the world, New Zealand and the UK, also exploring the limits of smart textiles)! In this episode, not only do we get a history lesson, we also hear a fun story about how Steve Jobs, of Apple, used one of their projects on stage during the first generation launch of the iPod. We also learn about what he's doing now with Myovolt, and how he sees the industry evolving. For more information on Myovolt, check out their website at www.myovolt.com, and follow them on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter @myovolt Support for this episode is brought to you by Myant. The world's most advanced textile computing platform. For more information, check out https://www.myant.ca/solutions. For more on the podcast and the rapidly growing community we're building at IoClothes, check us out at www.ioclothes.com. You can subscribe to the podcast on: iTunes Google Play Stitcher Pocket Cast Follow Us: LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram Copyright © 2017-2018 IoClothes Consulting LLC. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is for general information purposes only. In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage derived from the information provided.

Today on The IoClothes Podcast, we'll be sharing a featured presentation I recently gave at the Wear It Berlin conference in Berlin, Germany. The title of my talk, “The Next Chapter of Body Worn Technology”. During the presentation, we review a brief history of modern body worn computers, how it's evolved and where we're placing our chips. I also discuss a key product development strategy we're seeing implemented more and more. The concept: “open systems” versus “closed systems”. It's a critical distinction and strategy to consider as we look forward to the next generation of body worn technology. Support for this episode is brought to you by Myant. The world's most advanced textile computing platform. For more information, check out https://www.myant.ca/solutions. For more on the podcast and the rapidly growing community we're building at IoClothes, check us out at www.ioclothes.com. You can subscribe to the podcast on: iTunes Google Play Stitcher Pocket Cast Follow Us: LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram Copyright © 2017-2018 IoClothes Consulting LLC. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is for general information purposes only. In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage derived from the information provided.

In this episode of The IoClothes Podcast, we speak with Stacey Burr, a true pioneer in the world of e- and smart textiles. Her career arch in many ways tells the story of the smart textiles industry: from a crazy team of scientists at Dupont creating novel materials without a clear end-use, to spinning out Textronics, to being acquired and leading wearables and smart products at Adidas. Stacey's story is amazing and inspiring. If you think trying to get buy in from partners and customers today is tough, take the time to listen to this episode. Support for this episode is brought to you by Myant. The world's most advanced textile computing platform. For more information, check out https://www.myant.ca/solutions. For more on the podcast and the rapidly growing community we're building at IoClothes, check us out at www.ioclothes.com. You can subscribe to the podcast on: iTunes Google Play Stitcher Pocket Cast Follow Us: LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram Copyright © 2017-2018 IoClothes Consulting LLC. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is for general information purposes only. In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage derived from the information provided.

In this episode of The IoClothes Podcast, with Raj Bhakta, CEO of ThermaWear. Raj is an absolute rockstar! A Ph.D. candidate at North Caroline State University, Raj is working on some of the most cutting-edge research in the world of printed electronics on textiles. He's also a SME Manufacturing 30 under 30 honoree. What I love about our conversation with Raj is his ability to look deep into the potential impact smart textiles will have on us as individuals and as a human race. We get meta-physical on this episode. But what do you expect from a former physicist and philosophy major, turned nuclear engineer. We also learn about his start-up, ThermaWear, and how it's tackling one of the biggest reasons for workman's comp. Hold on for this week's episode, because we're about to go deep. For more information on Raj and the work being down at North Carolina State University, check out their website at https://assist.ncsu.edu/ and https://sites.textiles.ncsu.edu/next/researchers/raj-bhakta Support for this episode is brought to you by Myant. The world's most advanced textile computing platform. For more information, check out https://www.myant.ca/solutions. For more on the podcast and the rapidly growing community we're building at IoClothes, check us out at www.ioclothes.com. You can subscribe to the podcast on: iTunes Google Play Stitcher Pocket Cast Follow Us: LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram Copyright © 2017-2018 IoClothes Consulting LLC. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is for general information purposes only. In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage derived from the information provided.

Today on The IoClothes Podcast, we'll be sharing a talk I recently gave during a symposium at the Techtextil North America event in Atlanta, Georgia. The title of my talk was “Wearable Tech Is Dead”. That's right, you hear it correct. I'm not trying to be cute, I'm being serious… well kind of… During the talk I explain why we need to lay “wearable tech” to rest and share some tips on how to bridge the gap between the world of tech and textiles. Support for this episode is brought to you by Myant. The world's most advanced textile computing platform. For more information, check out https://www.myant.ca/solutions. For more on the podcast and the rapidly growing community we're building at IoClothes, check us out at www.ioclothes.com. You can subscribe to the podcast on: iTunes Google Play Stitcher Pocket Cast Follow Us: LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram Copyright © 2017-2018 IoClothes Consulting LLC. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is for general information purposes only. In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage derived from the information provided.

In this episode of The IoClothes Podcast, we speak with Samuel Alexander Jr, CEO of Concept 2 Consumption about the changes he's seen across the textile and apparel industry, and what he sees is necessary for success in the future. The digital revolution can be broken down into two viewpoints: better experiences and solutions for the end-user, and greater business value to the businesses involved. We discuss both these concepts with Samuel and learn what Concept 2 Consumption is doing to make this a reality. For more information on Concept 2 Consumption, check out their website at www.concept2consumption.com, and on Facebook @ c2caustin. Support for this episode is brought to you by Myant. The world's most advanced textile computing platform. For more information, check out https://www.myant.ca/solutions. For more on the podcast and the rapidly growing community we're building at IoClothes, check us out at www.ioclothes.com. You can subscribe to the podcast on: iTunes Google Play Stitcher Pocket Cast Follow Us: LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram Copyright © 2017-2018 IoClothes Consulting LLC. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is for general information purposes only. In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage derived from the information provided.

In this episode of The IoClothes Podcast, we speak with Colin Touhey, CEO of pvilion. Energy independence isn't just a geo-political challenge. We feel the pain with each and every device that “cuts the cord” from the wall. It's inevitable our smart phones will be at 5% battery right when need to use the GPS or make an important call. Go figure. What if we didn't have to worry about that? What if our devices became energy independent by harvesting the energy around us? pvilion is offer solutions that do just that through solar panel integrated into textiles. This show we talk to him about why they chosen to use textiles as a base material for their solar panels, what they've learn from collaborations with companies like Tommy Hilfiger and the importance of business model evolution when thinking about incorporating technology into well-established industries. For more information on pvilion, check out their website at www.pvilion.com. You can follow them on social media on Twitter @pvilion and on Facebook @pvilionsolar. Support for this episode is brought to you by SKIIN. The world's most advanced textile computing platform. For more information, check out https://www.skiin.com, and reserve your set today! For more on the podcast and the rapidly growing community we're building at IoClothes, check us out at www.ioclothes.com. You can subscribe to the podcast on: iTunes Google Play Stitcher Pocket Cast Follow Us: LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram Copyright © 2017-2018 IoClothes Consulting LLC. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is for general information purposes only. In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage derived from the information provided.

In this episode of The IoClothes Podcast, we turn the tables to another critical voice at the table of product development to an end-user, Rogue Shadow, a popular virtual reality gamer. Rogue Shadow is credited with recording the first ever seizure of a fellow gamer in virtual reality. During this episode we talk with Rogue about what it was like real-time in the VRChat room, what his appetite for products that supports VR experiences and what applications he seeing as being promising. Enjoy! To check out the video we reference in this episode, head over to YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3V0aw-ljEg&t=689s] Support for this episode is brought to you by SKIIN. The world's most advanced textile computing platform. For more information, check out https://www.skiin.com, and reserve your set today! For more on the podcast and the rapidly growing community we're building at IoClothes, check us out at www.ioclothes.com. You can subscribe to the podcast on: iTunes Google Play Stitcher Pocket Cast Follow Us: LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram Copyright © 2017-2018 IoClothes Consulting LLC. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is for general information purposes only. In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage derived from the information provided.

In this episode of The IoClothes Podcast, we speak with Dan Ledger, Founder of Path Collaborative. I was first introduced to Dan through some work that he published years ago my first company, Sensible Baby. Thanks Dan. This show we talk about why it's so darn hard to build a scalable wearable tech solution, what some of the trends are in the world of body-worn tech and where he sees short-term growth opportunities. Enjoy! For more information on Path Collaborative, check out their website at www.pathcollaborative.com Support for this episode is brought to you by SKIIN. The world's most advanced textile computing platform. For more information, check out https://www.skiin.com, and reserve your set today! For more on the podcast and the rapidly growing community we're building at IoClothes, check us out at www.ioclothes.com. You can subscribe to the podcast on: iTunes Google Play Stitcher Pocket Cast Follow Us: LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram Copyright © 2017-2018 IoClothes Consulting LLC. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is for general information purposes only. In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage derived from the information provided.

In this episode of The IoClothes Podcast, we speak with Matt Kolmes, CEO of Volt Smart Yarns (a Supreme Corporation company). What I love about our conversation with Matt is his candor and willingness to admit they don't have all the answers. But don't be fool. Their award-winning technology speaks for itself. Like the “Show Stopper” award from the IFAI Expo in 2017. They also have their phones ringing off the hook with prospective partners. I'll venture to guess it's due to a mix of having great tech and a true innovator's flare for being willing to take a leap into the ocean of possibility. For more information on Volt Smart Yarns, check out their website at www.supremecorporation.com. Support for this episode is brought to you by SKIIN. The world's most advanced textile computing platform. For more information, check out https://www.skiin.com, and reserve your set today! For more on the podcast and the rapidly growing community we're building at IoClothes, check us out at www.ioclothes.com. You can subscribe to the podcast on: iTunes Google Play Stitcher Pocket Cast Follow Us: LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram Copyright © 2017-2018 IoClothes Consulting LLC. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is for general information purposes only. In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage derived from the information provided.

In this episode of The IoClothes Podcast, we speak with Shawn Harris, Global Innovation Strategy Lead for Zebra Technologies. The reality is, innovative products don't just sell themselves and companies aren't composed of just designers, developers and engineers. Someone has to interface with the customer, and keep the ship sailing along a strategic path, which includes profitability (that's if you want to stay in business). Today, we shift gears and talk a bit about the struggles of retail, the importance of differentiating yourself in the marketplace and how are current relationship with MS Excel may be a sign of the future! For more information on Zebra Technologies, check out their website at www.zebra.com, on Twitter @ZebraTechnology and on Facebook @ZebraTechnologiesGlobal. You can also follow Shawn on Twitter @SmarterRetailer Support for this episode is brought to you by SKIIN. The world's most advanced textile computing platform. For more information, check out https://www.skiin.com, and reserve your set today! For more on the podcast and the rapidly growing community we're building at IoClothes, check us out at www.ioclothes.com. You can subscribe to the podcast on: iTunes Google Play Stitcher Pocket Cast Follow Us: LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram Copyright © 2017-2018 IoClothes Consulting LLC. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is for general information purposes only. In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage derived from the information provided.

In this week's episode of The IoClothes Podcast, we speak with Deb Johnson, Executive Director of the Brooklyn Fashion and Design Accelerator. We caught up with Deb at their facility in Brooklyn, NY. We spoke with her about the goal of BF + DA, the future of the apparel industry, what “Tek Tiles” are and how they're hoping to create the foundation and inspire innovation in the apparel industry. For more information on BF + DA, check out their website at www.bkaccelerator.com/. You can also follow them on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @BKACCELERATOR on all channels. Support for this episode is brought to you by SKIIN. The world's most advanced textile computing platform. For more information, check out https://www.skiin.com, and reserve your set today! For more on the podcast and the rapidly growing community we're building at IoClothes, check us out at www.ioclothes.com. You can subscribe to the podcast on: iTunes Google Play Stitcher Pocket Cast Follow Us: LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram Copyright © 2017-2018 IoClothes Consulting LLC. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is for general information purposes only. In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage derived from the information provided.

In this week's episode of The IoClothes Podcast, I will be your host and guest! I recently gave the opening keynote for Smart Textiles at the Wearable Technology Show 2018 in London, UK. My talk for focused on the seismic change coming to the wearable tech industry and how smart textile will be helping lead the way. I discuss "Why smart textiles?", hindrances to the industry and important growth drivers to consider. Support for this episode is brought to you by SKIIN. The world's most advanced textile computing platform. For more information, check out https://www.skiin.com, and reserve your set today! For more on the podcast and the rapidly growing community we're building at IoClothes, check us out at www.ioclothes.com. You can subscribe to the podcast on: iTunes Google Play Stitcher Pocket Cast Follow Us: LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram Copyright © 2017-2018 IoClothes Consulting LLC. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is for general information purposes only. In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage derived from the information provided.

In this week's episode of The IoClothes Podcast, we speak with Jeremy Wall, Founder & CEO of Lumenus. During this episode, we learn about the very real and scary reason why Jeremy decided to start a company integrating illumination technology in soft goods and their unique perspective on their business model. We also dive into why he thinks the emergence of the Internet of Things (IoT) is fueling growth (and greater relevance) in the smart textiles world. Support for this episode is brought to you by SKIIN. The world's most advanced textile computing platform. For more information, check out https://www.skiin.com, and reserve your set today! For more on the podcast and the rapidly growing community we're building at IoClothes, check us out at www.ioclothes.com. You can subscribe to the podcast on: iTunes Google Play Stitcher Pocket Cast Follow Us: LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram Copyright © 2017-2018 IoClothes Consulting LLC. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is for general information purposes only. In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage derived from the information provided.

In this week's episode of The IoClothes Podcast, we speak with Arnar Larusson, Founder & CEO of TymeWear. We caught up with Arnar back in Boston to discuss the future of training with smart clothing, a glimpse into the science behind their technology and how they're predicting marathon times within 60 seconds of actual results. We also discuss with him what's it's like working with a diverse group of technology partners to make the future of smart clothing a reality. Support for this episode is brought to you by SKIIN. The world's most advanced textile computing platform. For more information, check out https://www.skiin.com, and reserve your set today! For more on the podcast and the rapidly growing community we're building at IoClothes, check us out at www.ioclothes.com. You can subscribe to the podcast on: iTunes Google Play Stitcher Pocket Cast Follow Us: LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram Copyright © 2017-2018 IoClothes Consulting LLC. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is for general information purposes only. In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage derived from the information provided.

In this week's episode of The IoClothes Podcast, we speak with Brad Cooper, Senior Director of Product Engineering & Innovation at Fruit of the Loom Inc. We caught up with Brad earlier this past fall at the IFAI conference in New Orleans. We spoke with him about some of the cool things happening at Fruit of the Loom Inc, innovating in a large company and the challenges of building unorthodox teams that are needed to be competitive in today's world. Show Notes: The making of textiles and garments may at first glance seem simple, but are rather complex in nature to produce. When considering integrating electronics, it steps up the level of difficulty quite a bit. When considering integrating technology into garment being close to the body is a requirement for some applications. It's important to thoroughly consider things like safety, privacy, reliability, as well as function during development. FOTL, under the Russel Athletics brand, has been integrating sensors in to protective equipment and garment to monitor athletes' health (CarbonTek™ Shoulder Pads). Bringing disruptive technology concepts is "messy". Being able to navigate, communicate and execute is difficult. The key is relationship building and being open to solving problems in different ways. To start, CarbonTek™ is serving to help inform design and development of better quality products for Russel Athletics. The vision is to offer real-time insights to coaching and training staff to keep athletes performance at their highest-level. The biggest challenges as we tackle the e-textiles: safety, standards, privacy with data generated from the devices and the true value that you're offering the end-user. Crystal Ball Question: 3 years out we won't be talking about how to collect data, we'll be most interested in what we can do with the data. What is the value of the data and who gets access to it. For more information on Fruit of the Loom Inc and what some of their brands like Fruit of the Loom, Spalding, Russell Athletic and many others are doing, check out their website at www.fotlinc.com. Support for this episode is brought to you by SKIIN. The world's most advanced textile computing platform. For more information, check out https://www.skiin.com, and reserve your set today! For more on the podcast and the rapidly growing community we're building at IoClothes, check us out at www.ioclothes.com. You can subscribe to the podcast on: iTunes Google Play Stitcher Pocket Cast Follow Us: LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram Copyright © 2017-2018 IoClothes Consulting LLC. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is for general information purposes only. In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage derived from the information provided.

In this week's episode of The IoClothes Podcast, we welcome Despina Papadopoulos, CEO and Founder of Principled Design to The IoClothes Podcast. Principled Design is a design and development studio based in New York city specializing in creative innovative solutions for connected experiences with emphasis on wearable technology and e-textiles. Despina is an absolute rock star in the interactive textiles world, and has a long list of accomplishments and keynotes. Most recently, her and her team were contributing members to the Ralph Lauren heated jacket Team USA will be wearing for the opening ceremonies in the 2018 Winter Olympics. We caught up with Despina at her studio in New York City and discussed her unique introduction into interactive textiles, what opportunities she's most excited about and get a glimpse into how she sees the future shaping up. Show Notes: Despina started her career in philosophy and feels it's a driving force in the world interactive design, and smart textiles, that she has continued to have a significant impact in. Twenty years ago, Despina was working on creating interactive garments. Specifically: jackets that would communicate with one another via infrared. We are transition from brands and companies purely building integrated electronic garments for PR purposes, and are now starting to realize the potential and the new experiences that can be delivered with technology. There real opportunities to design and build user experiences, with our clothes, that augment the emotional experience we may be having with our environment or the people around us. This could mean amplifying our experiences, communicating with other or expressing ourselves in new and unique ways. Collaboration are great. Such as the Nike-Flex or Levi's-Google, but the key to making these work is educating and setting clear expectations as you venture into the unknown. Projects in this space must have a strong executive champion. Many great project and ideas have failed due to not having the proper top-cover and support that is needed. In 2016, Principled Design established the Open Innovation Group, which is composed of executives from 5 non-competing companies to discuss where the industry is headed to encourage synergies between them. Crystal ball question: 3 years out, it's tough. In 5 years, we'll start to see more and more companies releasing projects like Project Jacquard. We'll also start to see the effects of advanced manufacturing and customization creeping the industry. This will allow for less expensive manufacturing and getting control over the production process. For more information on Principled Design, head over to their website at www.principled-design.com. Support for this episode is brought to you by SKIIN. The world's most advanced textile computing platform. For more information, check out https://www.skiin.com, and reserve your set today! For more on the podcast and the rapidly growing community we're building at IoClothes, check us out at www.ioclothes.com. You can subscribe to the podcast on: iTunes Google Play Stitcher Pocket Cast Follow Us:

In this week's episode of The IoClothes Podcast, we welcome Mike Burrows, Global Venture Leader at DuPont to The IoClothes Podcast. DuPont is well-known for being a world leader in material and chemical products. They're famous for developing products like neoprene, nylon, Teflon, Mylar, Kapton, Kevlar, Nomex, Tyvek, Lycra and much more. Today, we talk about a new technology for them, Intexar. Intexar, is a revolutionary electronic ink and film that seamlessly transforms fabric into smart clothing for multiple applications. Show Notes: Around 2012, DuPont started investing time and resources into figuring out ways to replace wires with stretchable electronics. Making it more practical and possible to have a robust, effective and washable garment with embedded electronics. Given the scale and resource of DuPont, it has the infrastructure to support global scale if the market needs so required. DuPont's is utilizing a well-known process in both the textiles and electronics world for inks application: screen-printing. It offers high-throughput and established processes, thus reducing risk for potential customers. The stretchable electronics team is open to working with innovator that have just an idea or not idea to a sophisticated product experience as long as it aligns with their strategic vision. Those that have the expertise hold a very critical role in the finishing process of the product. They provide a critical step in realize the full potential of materials and a final product. Don't view adding intelligence to your product like a "bold on". View it as an integral part of the value offering and be open bringing in unorthodox partners, and be prepare to make an investment. Crystal ball question: In 3-5 years, compelling use-cases will be presented. The opportunity to be understand ourselves and our bodies with smart clothing will offer unprecedented insight into ways to live healthier lives. For more information on DuPont's Intexar, head over to their website at electronicmaterials.dupont.com/intexar. Support for this episode is brought to you by SKIIN. The world's most advanced textile computing platform. For more information, check out https://www.skiin.com, and reserve your set today! For more on the podcast and the rapidly growing community we're building at IoClothes, check us out at www.ioclothes.com. You can subscribe to the podcast on: iTunes Google Play Stitcher Pocket Cast Follow Us: LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram Copyright © 2017-2018 IoClothes Consulting LLC. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is for general information purposes only. In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage derived from the information provided. This podcast is powered by

In this week's episode of The IoClothes Podcast, we welcome Janett Liriano, CEO of Loomia to The IoClothes Podcast. Loomia is a technology company focused on delivering comfort, safety and confidence to the human experience. Today their core technology, Loomia Electronic Layer (LEL), is a fabric that can be patterned to be a circuit. We also learn more about their stance on privacy, as it relates to personal data, and how blockchain is helping enable that. Show Notes " The reason we've seen some resistance to the adoption of wearables is because you need to build solutions around a product. " The Loomia Electronic Layer (LEL) is designed to be easily integrated in the manufacturing process they're already using. " It's important for Loomia to be members of both AFFOA and NextFlex because they both are helping build independently important elements of the smart textiles supply chain, manufacturing, education, workforce development and nurturing important core technologies critical to growth of the industry. " Loomia published a whitepaper in August 2017 on personal privacy and their position on data collection. They believe that ownership is that of the wearer and the user has then the right to monetize it if they choose. " The Loomia Title is built on the blockchain. This will enable both users and brand partners to access approved sets of data and exchange token safely and securely. " Loomia recognizes the importance of data security. Being able to utilize the structure of the blockchain, risk of data breaches for both the user and partner companies comes down dramatically. " Crystal Ball Question: 3-5 years from now the smart textiles, smart apparel and smart footwear will look a lot different. The consumer will expect greater functionality and connectivity in their clothes. Clothes that heat up or have embedded sensing technologies will be minimum standards and be the expectation of the customer. For more information on Loomia. Check out their website at https://www.loomia.com. Read their whitepaper go blockchain, tokens and how their shaping the future of apparel head over to https://loomia.com/token/. Support for this episode is brought to you by Myant (https://www.myant.ca). Check out SKIIN (www.skiin.com) - The world's most advanced textile computing platform. For more on the podcast and the rapidly growing community we're building at IoClothes, check us out at www.ioclothes.com. You can subscribe to the podcast on: iTunes Google Play Stitcher Pocket Cast Follow Us: LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram Copyright © 2017-2018 IoClothes Consulting LLC. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is fo...

In this week's episode of The IoClothes Podcast, we welcome Ben O'Brien, Founder and CEO of StretchSense to The IoClothes Podcast. StretchSense is a global supplier of soft, stretchy sensors. They believe that technology can improve lives, push human performance and create jobs. Their mission is to democratize wearables by making cutting-edge R&D accessible to everyone. Show Notes: • [01:30] Ben and his co-founders start to tinker in their lab at the University of Auckland and decide there may be other people interested in the possibilities of “stretchy” sensors. • [03:30] Looking pass the term wearables now and moving on to “disappear-ables” • [04:30] StretchSense partners and customers are “dreamers”. People that believe in things that are a bit fuzzy but have a vision for the future. • [08:45] Two important things Ben's learned when building StretchSense has been: sales and culture. Sales give you an indication that you have a real business, and having a strong culture within the business helps the business scale maximize efforts towards a singular macro objective. • [16:20] Start Today where early investor in StretchSense (Series A) • [17:30] ZOZO Suit launched by Start Today in partnership with StretchSense. The ZOZO Suit is a suit of soft stretchy sensors that is worn and can precisely measures the shape of your body to solve the problem of garment fit for shopping online. • [18:05] Massive step for disappear-ables because it is a suit with sensor seamlessly integrated into it. • [18:50] Sign-up to be a part of the beta-testing at www.zozosuit.com • [23:15] Two of the major challenges today with seeing smart textiles being ubiquitous: energy technology limitations and a lack of truly flexible electronics. • [24:30] Crystal Ball Question: In 3-5 years, technology being integrated into clothes will just be the norm. It won't be something to write home about, but the standard. But clothes are just an intermediary to implantable technologies. For more information on StretchSense. Check out their website at https://www.stretchsense.com/. Support for this episode is brought to you by Myant (https://www.myant.ca). Check out SKIIN (www.skiin.com) - The world's most advanced textile computing platform. For more on the podcast and the rapidly growing community we're building at IoClothes, check us out at www.ioclothes.com. You can subscribe to the podcast on: iTunes Google Play Stitcher Pocket Cast Follow Us: LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram Copyright © 2017-2018 IoClothes Consulting LLC. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is for general information purposes only. In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage derived from the information provided. This podcast is powered...

Welcome to The IoClothes Podcast where we talk about Fusing Tech and Textiles™. The Internet of Things is taking the world by storm. Whether it be the way we share information, communicate or interact with our environments, the world is changing. The textile world will be not exception. Join us weekly as we bring you the thought-leaders and innovators across the diverse landscape making this incredible future a reality! Want more? Join the rapidly growing IoClothes community at www.ioclothes.com! It's free to join, make connections and to be a part of the textile revolution! Subscribe To The Podcast On: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ioclothes-podcast-fusing-tech-textiles/id1321875770?mt=2 https://play.google.com/music/m/Iucipthruzmlxqkrkmxnb3azgle?t=The_IoClothes_Podcast http://pca.st/Cc79 https://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=160274&refid=stpr Follow Us: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ioclothes https://www.facebook.com/IoClothes/ https://twitter.com/io_clothes https://www.instagram.com/io_clothes/ Copyright © 2017 IoClothes Consulting LLC. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is for general information purposes only. In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage derived from the information provided. This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm