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Together we can support each other and help the Knitting industry in the USA grow. To build a strong community we need a mix of industry professionals, academic researchers, educators, and students with inquiring minds.
If you are interested in joining us please sign up to become a member and/ or email us to learn more.
If you are interested in learning more about IFKT international please follow this link:
IFKT - USA section, Secretary General
Linda is a professor in the School of Fashion at Kent State University, where she leads Knit initiatives as the Faculty Director of the KnitLAB. She was announced as the Secretary General for the U.S. section of IFKT at the 2026 KnitFUTURES conference hosted at Kent State University. Linda is passionate about building a community of knitters that can support industry growth.
Email: lohrnmcdaniel@gmail.com
Linda Ohrn-McDaniel
IFKT - North America section, President
Hitesh Sharma is a highly skilled knitting expert with over 30 years of knitting experience. He is currently working as the Chief Operating Officer for the Great Canadian Sox Inc., and the President of IFKT - North America
Email: hktola@yahoo.com
