Three weeks! That’s right — three short weeks until PRINTING United Expo kicks off in Las Vegas (Sept. 10-12). We’re eager to connect with the Apparelist family, learn about the latest in apparel decoration, and have a little fun while we’re at it. In case you missed it, the Apparelist Live! Theatre will have loads of educational sessions on everything from OSHA know-how to direct-to-garment printing, and more. Plus, take your knowledge further with live training sessions. It’s all happening in the Apparel Zone (Booth SL5287).

Until then, we’re highlighting what exhibitors and attendees have planned for their time at the most comprehensive printing event of the year. For this installment, we’re catching up with one of the many blank apparel manufacturers that will be at the show.

Milissa Gibson, sales director, Lane Seven Apparel

Apparelist: How many years have you exhibited at the Expo, and what keeps you coming back?

Gibson: This will be our third Expo — the level of experience and knowledge at the show is unparalleled. Everyone is coming to work, connect, learn, and grow their business.

Apparelist: What are your goals and hopes for this year’s Expo?

Gibson: We hope to be able to connect with new and existing customers and preview new items for 2025, and learn more about how the industry trends.

Apparelist: What can attendees expect from your booth?

Gibson: The premium T-shirts and fleece that we are known for and the next evolution of our collection, introducing new fabrics and styles.

Apparelist: Can you share some of your Expo successes in years past?

Gibson: Learning about what other vendors are doing and what is making them excited about how the industry is pushing forward. Engaging with customers and learning more about the challenges and opportunities in their business and how we can work together to improve.