09/11/2025

Hygienix™ 2025 to Spotlight Sustainability, Advanced Materials, and Next-Gen Innovations (9/11/25)

INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, has announced the conference program for Hygienix™ 2025, the premier event for absorbent hygiene and personal care markets, taking place November 17–20 at the Omni Orlando ChampionsGate, FL. The complete program is now available on the Hygienix website. Hygienix™ 2025 will bring together global leaders to explore the forces shaping the absorbent hygiene industry, including sustainability breakthroughs, regulatory updates, and next-generation product innovations. “Having attended every Hygienix since its inception, what I always found valuable was the ability to connect with both my suppliers and customers at the same event,” said Matt O’Sickey, PhD, INDA Director of Education & Technical Affairs. “Having both my technical and commercial team members with me in those meetings allowed us to take quick decisions that accelerated programs and ultimately enhanced our speed to market, elevated our hit rate and improved our overall ROI. Now with INDA I appreciate the efforts made to provide actionable market and technical content and facilitate the supply chain connectivity that was so critical for my success in the corporate world. Hygienix is an exhausting week in the very best possible way,” said O’Sickey. Program Highlights: Pre-Conference Workshops – Monday, November 17th • “Fundamentals of Absorption Systems and Opportunities in Adult Incontinence” - Jim Robinson, Principal, Absorbent Hygiene Insights, LLC • “Innovations in Menstrual Care” - Heidi Beatty, Chief Executive Officer, Crown Abbey, LLC • “Baby and Infant Care Market Dynamics” Irene Richer, Director of Laboratory Operations, Diaper Testing International, and Jacobo Levin, R&D and Quality Control Manager, Diaper Testing International Networking opportunities • Lunch Around with Olivia Ahn, MD, Co-Founder, Planera sharing her start-up journey • Women in Nonwovens (WiN) Luncheon – fostering mentorship, leadership, and collaboration among women in the industry • Lightning Talks – energetic 5-minute exhibitor presentations • Evening Receptions & Exhibits – featuring leading suppliers in absorbent hygiene • Welcome Reception – kicking off Hygienix Monday night in an informal atmosphere Hygienix Innovation Award™ A highlight of the event, the Hygienix Innovation Award™ will recognize the year’s most creative and impactful absorbent hygiene technology. Finalists will present on Tuesday, November 18, and the winner will be announced during the closing session on Thursday, November 20. Nominations for the 2025 award are still being accepted via the INDA website and close September 15. Last year’s winner, HIRO Technologies, Inc., received global recognition for the World’s First MycoDigestable Diaper—introducing plastic-eating mushrooms in a safe, consumer-friendly design.