Xochil News: press

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

SEAMS: Tukatech – at the intersection of innovation & collaboration - April 2024 "X-FILES"

My April X-Files blog, "Tukatech – at the Intersection of Innovation & Collaboration", sharing my experience visiting the LA Tukatech, Inc. Innovation Center, and interview with CEO & Founder Ram Sareen.


Fri, Mar 8, 2024

My experience at Women In Textiles Summit in one word: Amazing!

I was so excited to return to the Advanced Textiles Association's (ATA's) Women In Textiles Summit 2024 in Phoenix, Ariz., for the unique opportunity to focus on personal and professional development in a space that encourages relationships and real talk with women across the industry. I am thrilled to have found this group for support, education and comradery, as we each navigate our respective journeys.


Thu, Feb 29, 2024

DuPage Countywide Institute Day - Keynote Speaker

Xochil is the Keynote speaker for the Family and Consumer Science educators track at College of DuPage's countywide institute day.


Mon, Feb 12, 2024

Women in Textiles Summit - Making Great Things Panel

“Making great things” can mean so much within the textiles industry. Join three textile professionals as they share experiences and details on what this means to them. From technical textile product development to apparel engineering to supply chain processes—prepare to be inspired about what these women can do.


Tue, Jan 30, 2024

Xochil joins SEAMS Association Board of Directors

Xochil is honored to be joining the SEAMS Association Board of Directors in 2024.


Wed, Dec 20, 2023

SEAMS: 2023 Reflections - "X-Files"

Xochil reflects on 2023 and looks towards the new year ahead.


Wed, Oct 25, 2023

SEAMS: SEAMS' NETWORKING CONFERENCE PASSES THE 'VIBE CHECK' - OCTOBER 2023 "X-FILES"

SEAMS Fall Conference 2023 Recap – SEAMS by Xochil Herrerra Scheer


Sat, Oct 14, 2023

SEAMS Association Fall Conference: Closing The Loop - Circularity Through Collaboration

Xochil leads a panel of industry leaders in discussion about circularity in the fashion industry.


Mon, Aug 28, 2023

SEAMS: OPEN YOUR DOORS - WELCOME OPPORTUNITIES - AUGUST 2023 "X-FILES"

We are quickly approaching the Fall 2023 SEAMS Annual Networking Conference – September 12-15 on the campus of NC State University in Raleigh, NC, – and there’s lots to be excited about!


Tue, Jul 25, 2023

SEAMS: Texprocess 2023 Recap – June 2023 "X-Files"

Texprocess 2023 Recap – SEAMS by Xochil Herrerra Scheer


Wed, Jun 16, 2021

SPESA: Rising Star

I am honored to be selected as a SPESA Rising Star and share a little about my work in the sewn products industry, and where I see myself going in the future.


Thu, Apr 29, 2021

SEAMS: Millennial Corner – April 2021 Reflections

Pandemic has brought opportunities to grow, learn, teach


Thu, Sep 6, 2018

Make+Create Podcast


Sat, Jun 16, 2018

Press: Voyage Chicago


Fri, Mar 23, 2018

The Full Color Life

Last month I met Hannah Lynn of The Full Color Life, and we sat down for a fun interview, where we discussed Chicago fashion, how I got my start in the industry and what it means to have a capsule wardrobe.




Sat, Jul 10, 2010

Press: Ai Alumni Feature






Mon, May 16, 2005

Press: Chicago Sun Times - Co-Ed Couture

I participated in the student fashion show at The Illinois Institute of Art - Chicago, and imagine my surprise to find that the show, and my Feathered Femmes collection, were featured in a large full color photo in the article "Co-Ed Couture" in the Chicago Sun Times!

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