ILM View From The Top Podcast Series: Recent Episodes
International Leather Maker (ILM)
Welcome to the ILM ‘View from the top’ podcast series by the publishers of International Leather Maker, the leading news and business information service for the leather industry.
‘View from the top’ aims to provide listeners with invaluable insight and perspective on the global leather industry through opinion, comment and more from ILM’s authoritative and experienced editorial team, industry experts and influencers.
There are two free to download episodes each month educating listeners on a variety of topics and trends and what this means for the future of the leather industry. Episodes are designed to appeal to all parts of the supply chain, including tanners, suppliers, brands and retailers.
Tom Hogarth interviews leatherworker Yusuf Osman about his time with the craft, his views on the industry and his tips for how best to navigate social media as a leather business.
Two technical experts from Italian tannery machinery makers Cartigliano, discuss their latest radiofrequency leather drying system as well as the Company’s Mini EFT Sludge Dryer during this 30-minute podcast.
ILM Deputy Editor Tom Hogarth interviews master saddler Suzie Fletcher, discussing what the industry can do to promote repair and maintenance of leather products, the path to a more sustainable future and her unique history with the material.
In the latest episode of View from the Top, Tom Hogarth reviews three articles around how the leather industry can adapt and develop in a changing consumer marketplace.
In this episode, Tom Hogarth covers cooperation in the leather industry and the latest edition of the leather manifesto, released ahead of COP28.
ILM Deputy Editor rounds up news on the recent announcement that Apple is dropping leather for its accessories, and the response from the industry and consumers.
In this latest ILM podcast, Nigel Payne, General Manager of mimosa extract producers, NTE Company, talks about the role that vegetable tannins play in modern leather making. He also explains how they are produced sustainably in Southern Africa and clarifies some of the jargon used in the business. With several decades of experience working in the leather industry, he also tells ILM’s Martin Ricker how he sees the market today and what new innovations we can expect from this traditional segment in the future.
In this episode, Tom Hogarth reviews three articles around the threat of biomaterials and alternative, “vegan” materials.
ILM Deputy Editor Tom Hogarth presents three articles on the topic of future leather developments and industry opportunities.
The latest ILM news bulletin includes stories on second quarter job losses in Vietnam, Bolt Threads halting production of Mylo, a call from Bridge of Weir for greater automotive material transparency and more.
This week, Tom Hogarth covers Zschimmer & Schwarz’s acquisition of Samia, a new leather product that can measure your heart rate and more.
Tom Hogarth speaks to Yves Morin, President of the Organizing Committee for the Sustainable Leather Forum, and Grégoire Biasini, Communications Officer at the International Crocodilian Farmers Association, about the upcoming Sustainable Leather Forum in Paris.
In this week’s bulletin, we cover concerns in Bangladesh over hide smuggling, flooding at a tannery in Brazil, Sustainable Leather Foundation workshops in Tanzania and more.
ILM Deputy Editor Tom Hogarth reviews six of the hottest stories from the last week, including reconfirmation of the APLF’s return to Hong Kong in 2024, the launch of ILM’s July/August issue and more.
This week’s bulletin includes stories on the EU’s new corporate due diligence rules, a leather sourcing update from John Lewis, Bader’s 2022 sustainability report and more.
In our latest bulletin, we cover the acquisition of a majority stake in Nuti Ivo by LVMH Métiers d’Art, optimism for footwear production growth in Pakistan and more.
Tom Hogarth takes us through three articles from ILM columnist Mike Redwood on the topic of leather industry leadership and collaboration.
In this week’s bulletin, ILM Deputy Editor Tom Hogarth reviews some of the top stories from the latest week, including funding access issues in Zimbabwe, Pangea’s first sustainability report, a case of BSE in South Carolina and more.
The latest ILM news bulletin includes stories on Kia’s decision to phase out leather in its interiors, the struggles of tanners in Arzignano and more.
This week, Deputy Editor Tom Hogarth reviews stories on Brazil’s protection of Indigenous land, its hide and skin export results, Yue Yuen’s plans to manufacture in India and more.
In this episode, Deputy Editor Tom Hogarth covers three articles around some of the most important things for the leather industry to preserve as it continues to change and adapt in the coming years.
In this latest ILM news bulletin, we review the hottest stories of the last week, including the LHCA’s call for the FTC to stamp out greenwashing, Stahl’s SBTi-approved emissions targets, an automotive leather technology acquisition by Gemata and more.
This week’s bulletin includes stories such as the EU approval of legislation on deforestation, Pangea win an award from Toyota, Indonesian footwear exports down, the second World Leather Day and more.
In this episode, Deputy Editor Tom Hogarth is joined by Muhammad Junaid Vohra, a leather industry consultant based in Pakistan who works with UNIDO, better known as The Leather Dude.
This week’s bulletin includes stories such as the return of APLF to Thailand in October 2023, Volkswagen Group joining the LWG, coffee bean tanned leather in a new Mercedes-Benz SUV and more.
In this week’s news bulletin, Deputy Editor Tom Hogarth reviews stories on a WWF report around leather and deforestation, the French leather industry’s 2022 results and more.
The latest episode of View from the Top focuses on three articles on the changing global environment and what leather can do in the face of these changes.
The latest ILM news bulletin features news on China’s BSE ban on Brazilian beef, Kering’s sustainability report for 2020 to 2023, the finalists for the LVMH Prize and more.
In this podcast, Deputy Editor Tom Hogarth covers three articles around recent events in the leather supply chain and the opportunities they present.
In this week’s news bulletin, we bring you updates on ECHA’s PFAS restriction proposal, Wolverine Worldwide’s PFAS cleanup plan in the U.S., Chinese leather import declines and more.
ILM Deputy Editor Tom Hogarth brings you six stories from the last week, including confirmation of the APLF trade show in Hong Kong for 2024, news on California’s crocodile and alligator leather ban and more.
In this latest ILM news bulletin, we cover Puma’s decision to stop using kangaroo leather, tanners’ outrage over a government decision in Argentina, Solidaridad’s pilot fleshings recycling plant in India and more.
ILM Editor, Martin Ricker is joined by Vicki Dean, Head of the Institute of Creative Leather Technology, along with two former leather students, Jenny Horsey and Anna Melegh, to discuss modern leather industry education and how it provides exciting career opportunities for young people.
ILM Deputy Editor Tom Hogarth brings you a selection of stories from the past week, including VDL’s new powers to combat misleading advertising, the newest issue of ILM and a rumoured takeover of Richemont by LVMH.
In the latest weekly bulletin ILM covers events from the recent Lineapelle trade show as well as Argentina’s plans to lift raw hide export duties.
ILM Deputy Editor Tom Hogarth is joined by Christopher Tysoe and Dr Martin Kleban from global leather chemicals supplier TFL to discuss the hot topic of bisphenols in leather.
In this latest bulletin, we cover record exports for Portuguese footwear and leather, the new ILM website, Lineapelle’s upcoming show in Milan and more.
The ILM news bulletin for this week covers the U.S. beef cow herd decline, European proposals to restrict PFAS, employment in the Brazilian footwear sector and more, hosted by Deputy Editor Tom Hogarth.
ILM Deputy Editor Tom Hogarth covers the India International Leather Fair, Pakistan’s trade agreements with Russia, a tannery closure in the UK and more in this week’s news bulletin.
This week's bulletin features updates on excellent 2022 financial results from luxury groups LVMH, Tod’s and Zegna, led by leather goods sales, as well as a report from the Inspiramais show in Brazil and India’s plans to grow leather exports threefold by FY2025.
In our latest episode, ILM Deputy Editor Tom Hogarth revisits three articles that look at problems facing various parts of the leather supply chain, specifically footwear, meat and marketing.
This week's bulletin features updates on Australian beef exports, EU passenger car registrations, China's plans for APLF Dubai and more.
In the latest ILM news bulletin, highlights include developments at Savar for effluent treatment, Simona Tanning’s new joint venture, record sales from automotive brands and more.
In the first episode of the year, ILM Deputy Editor Tom Hogarth revisits three articles from contributor Mike Redwood covering the transition from 2022 to 2023 and some of the key takeaways for the leather industry.
In the inaugural ILM news bulletin, highlights include India’s rebuttal against allegations of supporting the Russian war effort, a new CEO for Zschimmer & Schwarz, record exports for Bangladesh and more.
Tom Hogarth is joined for this episode by Stella Massaro, Environmental Engineer at Cartigliano, to discuss the company’s new EFT Dryer technology.
In this episode, Tom Hogarth is joined by Stephen Sothmann, President of the Leather and Hide Council of America, and Eric Mittenthal, Chief Strategy Officer at the North American Meat Institute. They discuss Steve and Eric’s experiences and perspectives from COP27, which was held in Egypt in November 2022.
The latest episode of ILM’s podcast series looks at a series of challenges facing the global leather supply chain from automotive to luxury.
The latest episode of ILM’s podcast series looks at a series of challenges facing the global leather supply chain from automotive to luxury.
ILM Deputy Editor Tom Hogarth reads three articles from the ILM website that centre on the need for the leather industry to be open to new ideas, alternative materials and the general public.
ILM Deputy Editor Tom Hogarth reads three articles from the ILM website that centre on the need for the leather industry to be open to new ideas, alternative materials and the general public.
In the latest ILM ‘View from the Top’ podcast, Tom Hogarth is joined by Stahl’s Dr Jochen Ammenn to discuss the company’s tanning chemical innovations.
Deputy Editor Tom Hogarth revisits three articles around how the leather industry can best work and network in the post-Covid landscape, and some of the opportunities ahead.
TFL Heads of Development Markus Hess and Michael Franken discuss the company’s approaches and innovations in the area of renewable and biobased leather chemicals.
TFL Heads of Development Markus Hess and Michael Franken discuss the company’s approaches and innovations in the area of renewable and biobased leather chemicals.
ILM Deputy Editor Tom Hogarth reviews three articles from columnist Mike Redwood around the theme of positivity.
Tom Hogarth is joined by Inge Flowers, spokesman for One 4 Leather, to discuss the automotive leather sector and how the industry can promote leather for vehicle interiors over other options.
In this deforestation-focused episode of the podcast, Deputy Editor Tom Hogarth brings you three articles from ILM’s May/June 2022 issue around leather’s role in solving the problem, including expert insights from Mauricio Bauer and Gert van der Bijl.
ILM Deputy Editor Tom Hogarth revisits three articles around the perception of leather and the many obstacles that lay in the path of showing consumers the truth about our industry.
Tom Hogarth and Martin Ricker are joined by Manuel Rios, President of Cotance and owner of Spanish tannery Inpelsa, to discuss the trials and tribulations of tanning in Europe, Cotance’s plans for the future and much more.
In the latest episode of ILM’s podcast, View from the Top, Deputy Editor Tom Hogarth brings you three articles that, together, present an image of the challenging global environment leather finds itself in today.
Deputy Editor Tom Hogarth reads three articles from ILM columnist Mike Redwood around the current obstacles and efforts in the areas of leather messaging and education.
ILM Deputy Editor Tom Hogarth reads three articles from the ILM website around the topic of cooperation in our global leather industry.
In the latest ILM podcast episode, Deputy Editor Tom Hogarth sits down with Mirjam Bänninger, Group Product Manager Leather Standard at Testex, to discuss the organisation’s perspective on developing leather standards.
ILM’s Tom Hogarth and Martin Ricker speak to Grace Lee and David Bondi of the APLF about the show’s move to Dubai for 2022, the opportunities presented at this new venue and what lays in store for the event in the future.
In this episode, Deputy Editor Tom Hogarth revisits some articles on the leather industry’s pro-environment attributes and the opportunities presented by regenerative agriculture.
Ian Banks, Editor of theSauerReport, joins Deputy Editor Tom Hogarth to discuss the highs and lows of 2021 for the raw materials market and gives his perspective on what we can expect from 2022. Listen to this episode for an exclusive discount on a new subscription to theSauerReport.
Deputy Editor Tom Hogarth rounds up three articles from ILM columnists covering the turbulent times of 2021 and the unexpected challenges and opportunities ahead of us in 2022.
As we approach the end of the year, ILM invited three industry leaders to discuss the hottest topics of 2021 in the last episode of View from the Top. Deputy Editor Tom Hogarth is joined by PrimeAsia CEO Jon Clark, Pittards Ethiopia Managing Director Tsedenia Mekbib and ILM columnist and Leather Naturally spokesperson Dr Mike Redwood.
ILM’s Martin Ricker is joined by Leather and Hide Council of America President Stephen Sothmann and Mauricio Bauer of the World Wildlife Fund to discuss the cattle industry’s links to deforestation and how the leather industry can be a part of the solution.
Sustainability and ESG consultant Alexandra Pelka joins ILM Deputy Editor Tom Hogarth in this episode to discuss sustainability in the leather industry, how we can communicate these efforts to brands and consumers, and some of the most exciting opportunities and projects happening in the industry now.
The industry is changing and, in this podcast episode, we look at three comment articles from the ILM team on how leather can thrive post-Covid. We examine returning to international work, how leather fits into the future fashion and whether our industry is in the midst of a renaissance.
In the latest episode of the ILM podcast, we cover three articles from Dr Mike Redwood on the choice of brands to use plastic materials over leather, the consequences of that choice, and how we should approach the issue as an industry. The three articles are: Using anger wisely, There is a joker in town, and Nature hates waste, all published on the International Leather Maker website.
Stephen Sothmann, President of the Leather and Hide Council of America and Tim Lewis, Business Director of creative, marketing and PR specialists, gt&i discuss what’s behind the Real Leather, Stay Different marketing campaign to promote leather as a material to consumers in ILM’s latest ‘View from the Top’ podcast.
Sustainable Leather Foundation Managing Director, Deborah Taylor and Technical Director, Karl Flowers join ILM on the latest podcast to tell us about what the SLF is all about. They outline what the recently launched Transparency Dashboard is all about and discuss their short, medium and long-term aims and aspirations for the SLF to make the global leather supply chain more transparent and help consumers choose leather products that are sourced using the best international practices.
Dr Antonio Polato, CEO of Italian drying equipment specialists, Cartigliano provides listeners with an overview of the latest leather drying techniques and how tanners and finishers can get the best results from drying their leathers using a range of modern techniques. Dr Polato is joined on the Podcast by Vera Vangelista from Cartigliano’s Commercial Department.
Today’s podcast centres once again around lowering the carbon footprint of chemicals used in the manufacture of all types of leather using renewable carbon raw materials.
ILM is delighted to welcome back as our special guest, Michael Costello, Group Director of ESG for global leather chemical maker Stahl.
In this episode Martin Ricker, Content Director ILM discusses some of Michael Costello’s opinions around this topic and what the future for renewable carbon chemicals may look like.
We will be covering three topics in today’s episode, titled ““Leadership and innovation determine leather’s future success” written by Dr Mike Redwood and published on the internationalleathermaker.com website, which are: “We need to sort this out”,
“We need to innovate out of the commodity trap” and “Good leadership rather than good luck”, first published on the www.internationalleathermaker.com website.
We will be covering two topics in today’s episode, titled “Advances in leather biodegradability and tanning technology”. It covers two articles written by ILM Consultant Technical Editor Karl Flowers, which are “Biodegradability Claims” and “Effluent developments” published in the March / April 2021 edition of ILM.
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We will be covering three topics in today’s episode, titled “Livestock, leather and why the industry needs to find its voice” written by Dr Mike Redwood and published on the internationalleathermaker.com website, which are: “Leather and livestock improve biodiversity and poverty”,
“A unique material that needs to keep re-defining itself” and “We must be honest, but never silent”, first published on the www.internationalleathermaker.com website.
We will be covering two topics in today’s episode, titled “Media, communication and the status quo of sustainability in the leather industry”, which are: Leather’s difficult relationship with the media and When it comes to sustainability, the leather sector has some cracks, first published on the www.internationalleathermaker.com website.
ILM Editor Isabella Griffiths is joined by Kim Sena, Sustainability Manager at JBS Couros, and Andy Pleatman from China based tannery Asiatan to chat about JBS’ sustainable leather concept, Kind Leather, the importance of lifecycle assessments and the image and future of leather.
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We will be covering three topics in today’s episode, titled “The importance of people and education”which are: Education is not preparation for life - it is life, Celebrate our people and Post pandemic, it is youth we will depend on.
These were all written by Dr Mike Redwood and taken from the Redwood Comment, published on the www.internationalleathermaker.com website.
We will be covering two topics in today’s episode, titled “Perspectives on business conduct and environment in the leather industry”.
It covers two articles by ILM Consultant Technical Editor Karl Flowers, which are: “The Great Reset” and “PBT – What are they?” published in the January / February 2021 issue of ILM.
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We will be covering three topics in today’s episode titled “Reviving manufacturing, the tannery of today and the impact of the digital world” which are: The digital world, The tannery today, and rebuilding support for making things.
These were all written by Dr Mike Redwood, taken from the “Redwood Column” published on the www.internationalleathermaker.com website.
We will be covering two topics in today’s episode titled “Genuine leather & traceability standards – opportunities for the tanning industry” which are: Genuine Leather and Why we have a traceability standard.
These were written by ILM Consultant Technical Editor Karl Flowers, and published on the www.internationalleathermaker.com website.
In this episode, Hans van Haarst, CEO of Dutch leather chemicals specialist Smit & Zoon discusses their new tanning concept Zeology - described as 'the new standard in leather tanning... chrome-free, heavy metal-free, aldehyde-free and easy to implement.'
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We will be covering three topics in today’s episode titled “Transparency, farming systems and connecting with the consumer” which are: Transparency in the supply chain is not merely a box to tick, The battles of Bangladesh and California, and Not all cows are the same.
These were all written by Dr Mike Redwood, taken from the “Redwood Column” published on the www.internationalleathermaker.com website.
We will be covering two topics in today’s episode titled “A better future for leather” which are: Tanners should seek a renewable carbon path, and Appreciation for leather must be nurtured in childhood or it may be too late.
These were written by Martin Ricker, Content Director at ILM, and Isabella Griffiths, Editor at ILM, and published on the www.internationalleathermaker.com website.
We will be covering three topics in today’s episode titled “Craft and tradition, clear labelling and leather’s place after Covid-19” which are: Leather can do good after COVID, Call a spade a spade, and A balanced view.
These were all written by Dr Mike Redwood, taken from the “Redwood Column” published on the www.internationalleathermaker.com website.
We will be covering two topics in today’s episode titled “The leather industry’s big challenges: e-commerce and the vegan agenda” which are: Unintended environmental consequences of the vegan agenda, and New trade models for a new world order.
These were originally published on the ILM website - www.internationalleathermaker.com
We will be covering three topics in today’s episode titled “ESG, Higg Index and digital transformation in the spotlight” which are: Making a start with the Higg Index, ESG hits the spotlight, and Your future is in the ether
These were all written by Dr Mike Redwood, taking from the “Redwood Column” published on the www.internationalleathermaker.com website.
We will be covering three topics in today’s episode titled “Vegan labelling, the value of recycling and re-use, and the leather marketplace post-Covid-19” which are: After COVID-19, Reduce, Re-Use and Re-Cycle & Vegan Labelling.
These were all written by Karl Flowers, Consultant Technical Editor, ILM and first published in the September / October 2020 issue of ILM - internationalleathermaker.com
We will be covering three topics in today’s episode titled “Promoting the experiential values of leather to the modern consumer” which are: The language of leather, Bright & Dressy Consumers, and The future smells good.
These were all written by Dr Mike Redwood, taken from “The Redwood Column” published on the internationalleathermaker.com website.
In this episode, ILM Editor Isabella Griffiths is joined by Stephen Sothmann, President of the Leather and Hide Council of America (LHCA), and Frank Mitloehner, Professor in the Department of Animal Science at the University of California, Davis, and internationally acclaimed air quality expert who specialises in measurement and mitigation of airborne pollutants from livestock production, including greenhouse gases.
This highly topical and lively discussion takes a closer look at the common misconceptions that are directed against animal agriculture and the wider leather industry around the climate change debate, with Mitloehner debunking common myths around cattle and methane production, outlining the real impact of cattle farming on global warming compared to fossil-fuel based industries.
The talk also examines the link between cattle farming and climate neutrality, veganism and the movement’s anti-meat and anti-leather propaganda and concludes how the leather industry can harness science and social media to push a positive message.
In this episode, ILM Editor Isabella Griffiths is joined by Steven Sothmann, President of the Leather and Hide Council of America (LHCA), Julia Herman, Beef Cattle Specialist with the National Cattleman’s Beef Association in the U.S. and Ashley Lembke, Vice President of Food Safety and Quality Assurance at American Foods Group, to discuss animal welfare and the programs that are currently being employed, as well as how this translates into the leather industry and the public perception of leather.
This highly engaging and informative talk delves into the challenges of the cattle industry with regards to animal welfare, best practice, latest traceability technologies and how cross-industry efforts can be galvanised to change the negative image of leather.
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We will be covering 2 topics in today’s episode: Automotive leather and finishing technology in the spotlight, which are: Biodegradable automotive finishes, and High performance splits
These were written by Karl Flowers, Consultant Technical Editor, ILM, and were published in the May/June 2020 print edition of ILM - internationalleathermaker.com.
We will be covering three topics in today’s episode titled “Leather must sell on authenticity, sustainability and value” which are: Leather on the high street, I had a dream, and No greater achievement than a few well publicised prosecutions.
These were all written by Dr Mike Redwood, taken from “The Redwood Column” published on the ILM website.
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We will be covering 2 topics in today’s episode: 'Business conduct in a crisis and an ode to suede' which are: Clever companies always remain on the radar, Brands will be judged on their conduct during coronavirus crisis, and The joy of suede.
These were written by Isabella Griffiths, Editor, ILM and Martin Ricker, Content Director, ILM, taken from the Comment section published on the internationalleathermaker.com website.
In this interview episode, ILM Editor Isabella Griffiths chats to Nick Winters, Managing Director of the Nick Winters Group. He is also head of hide sales at Groupe Bigard, and Vice President of the French Hide Association.
In this interview we discuss with Nick: the current state of the hide and raw materials sector, the latest developments in the group, the impact of COVID-19 on the industry, and finally the impact on future trading.
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We will be covering three topics in today’s episode titled “The leather industry and the ‘new normal’ post Covid-19” which are: Tanners must dominate the reopening dialogue, not be led by it , Moment of discovery, and Do you work too hard.
These were all written by Dr Mike Redwood, taken from “The Redwood Column” published on the ILM website.
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In this two-part series, ILM Editor Isabella Griffiths chats to Karl Flowers, Technical Director of sustainable leather consultancy Authenticae, industry analyst and Consultant Technical Editor to ILM, about the leather industry in a post-pandemic world.
In this second episode, they explore latest developments in biodegradability of leather as well as game-changing new test methods, address the false link between cattle farming and GHG emissions and discuss what it will take to rebuild leather’s image post Covid-19.
For more information go to www.internationalleathermaker.com.
In this two-part series, ILM Editor Isabella Griffiths chats to Karl Flowers, Technical Director of sustainable leather consultancy Authenticae, industry analyst and Consultant Technical Editor to ILM, about the leather industry in a post-pandemic world.
The first episode of this exclusive interview delves into the impact of the coronavirus on the leather sector, what it will take for the industry to recover, and whether we will come out of this leaner, better and stronger or ultimately, it will be survival of the fittest.
For more information go to www.internationalleathermaker.com.
We will be covering 2 topics in today’s episode Good housekeeping in the tannery and traceability gaps in the leather supply chain which are: Good housekeeping, and Traceability Gaps
These were written by Karl Flowers, Consultant Technical Editor, ILM. And were first published in the January/February 2020 print edition of ILM.
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We will be covering three topics in today’s episode titled “Navigating these times of turmoil” which are: A staffing opportunity, Single use plastics become an unsung hero, and Where are we going
These were all written by Dr Mike Redwood, taken from “The Redwood Column” published on the ILM website.
For more information go to www.internationalleathermaker.com.
We will be covering three topics in today’s episode titled “Misrepresentation, competition and the survival of the fittest ” which are: The Big Unknown, There are no winners in a race to the bottom, and The hypocrisy of the self-appointed celebrity eco-warriors
These were all written by Isabella Griffiths, Editor, ILM, taken from the Comment section published on the ILM website.
For more information go to www.internationalleathermaker.com.
We will be covering three topics in today’s episode titled “Competition, integrity and the role of social media in the leather sector” which are: Sustainability demands integrity and completeness, Living with the competition , and A noted absence
These were all written by Mike Redwood and published in the Comment section of the ILM website.
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In this interview with Mike Costello, Director of Sustainability at global chemical specialist Stahl, ILM Editor Isabella Griffiths and Content Director Martin Ricker get the lowdown on the latest innovations around bio-based chemicals and how they can be adopted into the leather making process.
Costello, one of the most respected industry experts on Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG), will explain this complex subject in a clear and accessible manner and outline the concept of decarbonisation in the leather industry within the wider climate change agenda.
For more information go to www.internationalleathermaker.com.
We will be covering 2 topics in today’s episode 'Leather in the age of sustainability' which are: 'Can compostable leather help solve the sustainability challenge?', and 'Price vs sustainability'.
These were written by Inge Flowers, ILM Contributor and Managing Director of sustainable leather consultancy Authenticae, and Karl Flowers. And were first published in the January/February 2020 print edition of ILM.
For more information go to www.internationalleathermaker.com.
We will be covering 2 topics in today’s episode: 'A more eco-friendly approach to leather-making' which are: Waterless processing, and Salt must go!
These were all written by Karl Flowers, Consultant Technical Editor, ILM, taken from the 2019 print editions of ILM. For more information go to www.internationalleathermaker.com.
We will be covering three topics in today’s episode the Leather making, supply chains and true craftsmanship which are: Things tanners need to do to make great leather, Changing supply chains in the leather industry, and Leathermaking with pride.
These were all written by Mike Redwood and published in 2019 and 2020 in the Comment section of the International Leather Maker website. For more information go to www.internationalleathermaker.com.
We will be covering two topics in today’s episode Leather, millennials and mislabelling which are: Why are Millennials turning away from leather? and, Mislabelling of leather is bad business practice.
These were all written by Karl Flowers, Consultant Technical Editor, ILM, taken from the 2019 print editions of ILM. For more information go to www.internationalleathermaker.com.
We will be covering three topics in today’s episode the Leather industry must adapt to survive which are: Getting the industry to 2050, Leather making is difficult but we have to remain aware, and New Product Development is back with a vengeance
These were all written by Mike Redwood and published in 2019 in the Comment section of the International Leather Maker website.
Further online leather industry related content by ILM can be found by visiting our website, subscribing to our weekly e-newsletter, downloading the App or registering to attend one of our regular webinars. For more information go to www.internationalleathermaker.com.
We will be covering three topics in today’s episode Leather’s image problem and the need for innovation which are: Fighting fake news and lazy reporting about the leather industry, Transparent marketing can break down prejudices against leather, and What the leather sector can learn from the fashion industry.
These were all written by Isabella Griffiths, Editor, ILM, in the Comment section of the International Leather Maker website.
Further online leather industry related content by ILM can be found by visiting our website, subscribing to our weekly e-newsletter, downloading the App or registering to attend one of our regular webinars. For more information go to www.internationalleathermaker.com.
We will be covering three topics in today’s episode 'Marketing concepts and innovative ideas for the leather sector', which are: Tanners need to open minds to wider thinking, Sometimes we need a bout of realism, and On the right track. These were all written by Mike Redwood and published in 2019 in the Comment section of the International Leather Maker website.
Further online leather industry related content by ILM can be found by visiting our website, subscribing to our weekly e-newsletter, downloading the App or registering to attend one of our regular webinars. For more information go to www.internationalleathermaker.com.
We will be covering three topics in today’s episode 'Protecting the reputation of genuine leather' which are: Microfibres and natural fibres, Why protecting ‘leather’ is so important and Tanners need to be more open to regain trust. All written by Martin Ricker, Content Director, ILM, taking from the ILM Editorial section published on the www.internationalleathermaker.com website.
Further online leather industry related content by ILM can be found by visiting our website, subscribing to our weekly e-newsletter, downloading the App or registering to attend one of our regular webinars. For more information go to www.internationalleathermaker.com.
We will be covering three topics in today’s episode Leather as a sustainable material which are: The Circular Economy means using longer and longer, A new voice for livestock and Water is not the issue it is made out to be. These were all written by Mike Redwood and published in 2019 in the Comment section of the International Leather Maker website.
Further online leather industry related content by ILM can be found by visiting our website, subscribing to our weekly e-newsletter, downloading the App or registering to attend one of our regular webinars. For more information go to www.internationalleathermaker.com.
We will be covering three topics in today’s episode Leather, fast fashion and animal welfare which are: Animal welfare must be at the heart of the leather narrative, Fashion industry needs to stop vilifying leather and ‘Vegan leather’ might be en vogue, but can it satisfy the mass-market. All written by Isabella Griffiths, Editor, ILM, taking from the Comment section published on the www.internationalleathermaker.com website
Further online leather industry related content by ILM can be found by visiting our website, subscribing to our weekly e-newsletter, downloading the App or registering to attend one of our regular webinars. For more information go to www.internationalleathermaker.com.
We will be covering three topics in today’s episode Leather in the modern world which are: Leather fits the modern world while many current standards fail, The leather network is invaded by alien materials and Leather in Society.
All of these were written by Mike Redwood and published in 2019 in the Comment section of the International Leather Maker website.
Further online leather industry related content by ILM can be found by visiting our website, subscribing to our weekly e-newsletter, downloading the App or registering to attend one of our regular webinars. For more information go to www.internationalleathermaker.com.
Welcome to the ILM ‘View from the top’ podcast series by the publishers of International Leather Maker, the leading news and business information service for the leather industry.
‘View from the top’ aims to provide listeners with invaluable insight and perspective on the global leather industry through opinion, comment and more from ILM’s authoritative and experienced editorial team, industry experts and influencers. Regular featured contributors in this series are ILM’s Martin Ricker and Isabella Griffiths and well-known leather industry expert and columnist, Mike Redwood.
There are two free to download episodes each month, no more than about 15-20 minutes in duration, educating listeners on a variety of topics and trends and what this means for the future of the leather industry.
Launch episodes will include opinion pieces on ‘Leather in the modern world’, ‘Leather as a sustainable material’ and ‘Leather, fast fashion & animal welfare’ to name but a few. Episodes aredesigned to appeal to all parts of the supply chain, including tanners, suppliers, brands and retailers.
Further online leather industry related content by ILM can be found by visiting our website, subscribing to our weekly e-newsletter, downloading the App or registering to attend one of our regular webinars. For more information go to https://internationalleathermaker.com/.