The Textile Institute welcomes newly elected and re-elected Council Members
The Textile Institute (TI) is delighted to welcome eight newly elected and re-elected members to its Council, bringing together a wealth of experience and expertise from across the international textile and fashion industries, academia, research, manufacturing, technology, design and professional practice.
As the Institute’s international governing body, Council plays an important role in guiding the strategic direction and future development of the organisation, ensuring that it continues to represent and respond to the needs of its diverse international membership.
The Institute is committed to bringing together representatives from industry, academia and professional practice, reflecting the breadth of the global textile sector and the many disciplines it encompasses.
The newly elected and re-elected Council members are:
- David Buxton – Shelton Vision, UK
- Dr Jo Conlon CText FTI – Reader in Fashion Business and Technology, The University of Manchester, UK
- Shohn Donaghy CText FTI – International Interior Designer, USA
- Elizabeth Fox CompTI – Industry Consultant, UK
- Professor Kimti Gandhi CText FTI – Director, Kim’s Textile Services, Manchester, UK
- Professor Subbiyan Rajendran CText FTI – Emeritus Professor, University of Greater Manchester, UK
- Lisa Taylor CText FTI – Senior Lecturer, Department of Materials, The University of Manchester, UK
- Anastasia Vouyouka CText FTI – Director, Fashion Express Learning, Greece/UK
Collectively, the members bring extensive knowledge and experience spanning textile manufacturing and testing, sustainable fashion, technical textiles, biomedical materials, textile education, research, design, business and international industry development.
Their contributions will be particularly valuable as the Institute continues to strengthen its membership, professional qualifications, education, publications, events and international activities, while supporting collaboration and professional development across the sector.
The Textile Institute looks forward to working with all eight Council members and drawing upon their expertise, experience and commitment as it continues to develop its activities and support the global textile community.
Meet our Council members
Discover more about each member, their professional background and the experience they bring to The Textile Institute in our accompanying Council introduction. Please click here
The Textile Institute World Conference
This event is held at exciting and relevant locations around the globe and is in an important meeting point for the textile industry and members worldwide. The social events associated with the conference bring together the global community to enjoy the host country’s culture and hospitality.
