National Textile Association

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Contact David Trumbull, (617) 542-8220.

David Trumbull Appointed to High Level Trade Advisory Committee

On November 9, 2007, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Carlos M. Gutierrez and United States Trade Representative Susan C. Schwab appointed David Trumbull to serve on the Industry Trade Advisory Committee on Textiles and Clothing (ITAC 13) as a representative from the National Textile Association and the U.S. textile industry sector. Mr. Trumbull will be joining 36 other members of ITAC 13 as an advisor to the Secretary of Commerce and the United States Trade Representative on U.S. trade policy and negotiating objectives relating to textiles and clothing.

In appointing Mr. Trumbull, Secretary Gutierrez and USTR Schwab stated, "Your industry expertise is critical to the Secretary of Commerce and the United States Trade Representative in pursuing trade objectives that reflect the concerns and interests of the private sector. We look forward to working with you in developing and implementing trade policies that serve your industry and the national interest." As a member of the ITAC Mr. Trumbull will have access to classified information up to and including secret.

Mr. Trumbull has been employed by the National Textile Association in Boston since 1994 where he assists the domestic U.S. textile industry with his expertise in U.S. textile trade laws and regulation and international textile agreements. He is a 1991 graduate of the University of Michigan. Mr. Trumbull and his wife Mary DiZazzo Trumbull live in Boston's historic Beacon Hill district.

According to the U.S. Department of Commerce, "The ITACs are an integral link between industry and the U.S. Government. ITACs provide a uniquely public-private forum to ensure industry has a voice in formulating the trade policy of the U.S. The industry advisors serving on the ITACs provide valuable input as the Administration advances its trade agenda to improve economic opportunities for America's businesses, workers, and consumers."

U.S. imports of textiles and clothing in 2006 totaled $93 billion. The National Textile Association, founded in 1854 is the nation's oldest and largest association of fabric-making companies.

[The National Textile Association is the oldest and largest organization of domestic U.S. fabric-making companies.]