If you’re a growing decorator, chances are you’re asking the same questions everyone in this industry eventually faces:
How do I scale without breaking what’s working?
Who can I trust as I grow?
What’s coming next—and how do I prepare for it?
ThreadX was built for that exact moment in your journey. Here are three reasons why attending could be a turning point for your business.
1. Connection: Relationships That Actually Move the Needle
Growth doesn’t happen in isolation—it happens through relationships.
ThreadX is hosted at Sundance, and the location alone changes the energy. It’s intentional, immersive, and designed to create real conversations—not hallway drive-bys or badge scans.
This is one of the rare opportunities where you’ll have face-to-face access to executives and top-level leaders from companies like SanMar, S&S, Stahls’, Inktavo, Bella+Canvas, Next Level, Ninja Transfers, 613 Transfers, and many more. These are the people shaping the future of the decorated apparel industry—and at ThreadX, they’re accessible.
ThreadX is easily one of the most unique conferences I’ve attended. From the scenery and venue (one of the most inspiring places I’ve been) to the quality of the talks, it’s been an incredible experience. But my biggest takeaway has been the networking and after-hours conversations. With such a diverse mix of decorators, suppliers, software providers, and promo distributors, you get a real pulse on where the industry is headed—and how to approach the rest of the year. Kevin Oakley, Stoked On Printing
Those connections can be clutch when:
- You’re trying to scale and need support
- A key project needs extra attention
- You’re navigating supply chain, technology, or growth challenges
- You want to unlock new opportunities with promotional products companies, brands, and partners who need decorators they can trust
2. Content: Data-Driven Clarity Meets Creative Inspiration
Most conferences try to be everything to everyone. ThreadX is different—by design.
We curate the content around two distinct tracks:
- Data & Planning – for leaders who want clarity, foresight, and confidence in decision-making
- Inspiration & Creation – for those who want to build brands, spark ideas, and think differently about what’s possible
This is our third year, and we’re bringing back Alex, our economist, because quite simply—he’s the best I’ve seen in my 22 years in this industry. He connects real-time data with macro and micro trends, helping you understand what the next 6–12 months could look like so you can plan instead of react.
We’re also welcoming Mike Cessario, Founder and CEO of Liquid Death. If you think selling and printing T-shirts is hard… try building a billion-dollar brand around water. His story is a masterclass in branding, differentiation, and fearless execution.
CTA: If you want less guessing and more confidence in your strategy, ThreadX gives you the insight—and inspiration—to move forward with purpose.
3. Perspective: See the Entire Ecosystem, Not Just Your Lane
Most industry events show you a slice of the picture. ThreadX shows you the whole system.
We intentionally bring together a wide range of apparel constituents, including:
- Decorators
- Supply chain/OEM manufacturers and distributors
- Equipment and consumables providers
- Promotional products companies
- Software platforms
- Brands
- Apparel manufacturers and distributors
There’s truly nothing else like it in our industry.
PPAI and ASI includes a lot of hard goods that aren’t relevant to the day-to-day reality of most decorators. Impressions, while valuable, leaves out many promotional products distributors—who actually sell the majority of T-shirts in our space.
ThreadX connects all of it.
That broader perspective helps you:
- Understand how decisions ripple across the ecosystem
- Spot opportunities others miss
- Build smarter partnerships
- Lead your business with clarity instead of tunnel vision
“Threadx is an industry event unlike anything else. it’s truly a one of a kind retreat in one of the most beautiful resorts in Utah. It’s one of the only events where you’re in an intimate setting with the highest caliber of industry leaders.” Steven Farag, Campus Ink
If you want to stop reacting to the industry and start understanding it, ThreadX gives you the perspective to lead.
Finally
You’re already working hard. ThreadX helps make sure you’re working smart.
You’ll leave with:
- Stronger relationships
- Clearer insight into what’s coming next
- A broader, more strategic understanding of the apparel industry
- And renewed confidence in how you grow your business
If you’re serious about growth, leadership, and building something that lasts, ThreadX is where your next chapter begins.
