At Looptworks, our mission is to transform the textile industry through circularity—reimagining waste as a resource and creating premium recycled fiber from surplus textiles. Recently, we had the honor of hosting Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read at our Gresham facility, where we showcased our innovative approach to sustainable textile practices.
Secretary Read’s visit underscores the importance of collaborative efforts between government and industry in driving sustainable innovation. His interest in our work highlights a shared commitment to reducing carbon emissions, conserving water, and diverting valuable resources from landfills.
During the tour, we discussed how Looptworks is pioneering textile circularity by converting excess textiles into high-quality recycled materials. This process not only minimizes environmental impact but also contributes to a more sustainable and prosperous future for Oregon.
By creating circular fibers from reclaimed textiles, we eliminate the resource-intensive steps involved in producing new fibers from scratch—saving water, lowering carbon emissions, and avoiding harmful environmental degradation. Every pound of fiber we reclaim is a step away from extractive systems and toward regenerative, closed-loop solutions.
We are grateful for Secretary Read’s support and the opportunity to demonstrate the tangible benefits of circular economy principles in action. His visit reinforces our belief that through innovation and collaboration, we can build a more sustainable textile industry.
As we continue to scale our efforts, we remain committed to leading the charge in textile circularity, setting an example for sustainable practices both locally and beyond.
Thank you, Secretary Read, for your visit and for championing the cause of sustainability in Oregon.
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Denine has over 20 years of experience driving new business opportunities for leading companies, including E.I. DuPont de Nemours & Company, Inc., The Dow Chemical Company, Outlast Technologies, and DST Systems. She holds a BS from the University of Pittsburgh and a Certification in Executive Management from the Kenan-Flagler School of Business at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Tami is a senior accounting leader with over 16 years of experience in the manufacturing and textile industry. Her specialties include process development and implementation, mergers and acquisitions, job and project costing and analysis, and managing complex teams and technical projects. Tami has served as Chief Financial Officer and Controller for a variety of innovative companies, where her analytical skills and strategic mindset helped organizations create efficiencies in their financial systems.
Kelley is a passionate and strategically minded business development leader with more than two decades of experience in the sporting goods apparel industry. He has experience in product construction, league partnerships, retail relationships, supply chain management, sustainability, circularity, and carbon footprint management. Kelley builds successful partnerships by putting the customer first while simultaneously advancing his organization’s business objectives.
Suzy is a product leader and operations expert with more than 25 years of experience in the textile industry. She is passionate about finding creative solutions to complex problems and motivating people to action through vision, strategy, collaboration, and communication. Suzy has proven expertise in product development, sustainability, marketing, supply chains, and innovating processes and best practices to drive results.
Scott is a visionary leader with more than 32 years of experience in strategic branding, innovative product creation, supply chain sustainability, and sales and marketing for global organizations. He founded Looptworks in 2009 as an industry solution for turning excess materials into upcycled consumer products. In 2022, Scott transitioned the company to a B2B business model focused on eliminating global textile waste through closed-loop solutions.
Scott is a visionary leader with more than 32 years of experience in strategic branding, innovative product creation, supply chain sustainability, and sales and marketing for global organizations. He founded Looptworks in 2009 as an industry solution for turning excess materials into upcycled consumer products. In 2022, Scott transitioned the company to a B2B business model focused on eliminating global textile waste through closed-loop solutions.