Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Global Textile Partners ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://globaltextilepartners.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Pages - [Home](https://globaltextilepartners.com/) - Companies come to Global Textile Partners to reduce costs and streamline their supply chain. We are a leading supplier of fabrics and sewn products for the industrial, contract, home fashions, automotive, and apparel markets. Based in the U.S., with offices in China and Korea, we develop, produce and deliver custom-made products according to your schedule - [Products](https://globaltextilepartners.com/products/) - [Team](https://globaltextilepartners.com/team/) - Drawing on decades of experience in textile development and production, GTP’s management is intimately knowledgeable about all aspects of manufacturing fabrics. John Louis Conroy, President John, a co-founder of Global Textile Partners, is president and oversees all company activities. John began his career in the textile industry in 1980 when he joined Lee Fashion Fabrics, - [Testimonials](https://globaltextilepartners.com/testimonials/) - Testimonial #1 “For 15 years Global Textile Partners has been among our most valued suppliers. Working hands-on with our manufacturing team, GTP has learned our business and understands how to bring value to it. Over the years, they have developed numerous new and innovative top-cloths that have consistently added performance and aesthetic features to our insoles. They help keep us a - [Quality Assurance](https://globaltextilepartners.com/quality-assurance/) - Using a multi-step approach to ensure overall fabric quality, GTP makes every possible effort to deliver according to your specifications and standards. Controlling the individual components that comprise a finished item ensures consistent quality. GTP works with each customer to understand and quantify key product attributes. Specifications and test criteria are developed. GTP provides the - [Sewn Items](https://globaltextilepartners.com/sewn-items/) - Global Textile Partners, working closely with its stitching partners in China, produces a wide variety of sewn products. Examples of our finished products include: Automotive Aftermarket Soft Goods Bed Skirts Comforters Curtains Cushions Decorative Pillows Household Products Industrial Products Mattress Covers Medical Soft Goods Sheets & Pillow Cases - [About](https://globaltextilepartners.com/about/) - [Advantages](https://globaltextilepartners.com/advantage/) - [Markets](https://globaltextilepartners.com/markets/) - Global Textile Partners produces industry-specific textiles and sewn products for a broad range of markets. Industrial GTP’s industrial fabrics are used in numerous applications, including acoustical panels, case linings, casket linings, Christmas accessories, digital prints, exhibit & display products, filters, gaming layout tops, high-temperature resistant apparel, helmet linings, lawn care bags, luggage interiors, pet beds, - [Contact](https://globaltextilepartners.com/contact/) - For inquires on fabrics or sewn products: Phone 1-800-290-5020 or 212-812-7342 Email kenmazer@globaltextilepartners.com Administrative and Logistics Office Global Textile Partners 120 Harrison Street Gloversville, NY 12078 - [Company History](https://globaltextilepartners.com/company-history/) - Since Global Textile Partners was established in 2000, the company has enjoyed considerable growth, illustrated by the following timeline: 2000 Global Textile Partners is established as a subsidiary of Lee Fashion Fabrics, a major American textile mill and laminator, to procure greige and finished fabrics from Korea. 2002 Global Textile Partners invests over $500,000 and - [Global Sourcing Network](https://globaltextilepartners.com/global-sourcing/) - Working from its offices in the US, China and Korea, GTP maintains relationships with more than 35 mills and processors with diverse capabilities. This network allows us to direct the sourcing of individual products to the right mill, based on the required machinery, technical expertise and budget. For our customers, this translates into reliable quality - [Custom Product Development](https://globaltextilepartners.com/custom-product-development/) - At the heart of Global Textile Partners is our ability to translate your concept into a finished fabric. We start from the ground-up, evaluating yarn composition, fabric construction, dyeing techniques and finishing processes, all to determine the best method to make your product. Next, we make trials and small production runs for your feedback, testing - [Order Tracking](https://globaltextilepartners.com/order-tracking/) - To make sure deliveries are timely, GTP works with an internal tracking system that pinpoints the status, location and estimated completion date of each order. Customers can use GTP’s web-based tracking platform as an invaluable tool for forecasting and scheduling. - [Fabric Options](https://globaltextilepartners.com/fabric-rolls-and-full-list/) - Global Textile Partners has engaged a wide network of suppliers capable of producing almost any kind of fabric made with synthetic yarns. Examples of the types of fabric we produce include the following: Adhesive Bonded Fabrics Antimicrobial Fabrics Athletic Dazzles & Meshes Brushed Tricots Embossed & Calendared Products Fire Retardant Fabrics Fleeces Foam Laminated Fabrics - [Glossary](https://globaltextilepartners.com/glossary/) - Abrasion Resistance The ability of a fabric to withstand surface wear and rubbing. Acetate Fiber A manufactured fiber in which the fiber-forming substance is cellulose acetate derived from cotton or wood pulp. Acetate is often used in lightweight apparel and garment linings. Acrylic Fiber A manufactured fiber in which the fiber-forming substance is any long ## Team - [Kathy Simek](https://globaltextilepartners.com/team/john-louis-conroy-3/) - Kathy is the operations director of the New York office where she supervises the staff responsible for order processing, quality control, customs clearance and customer deliveries. Kathy started her textile career in 1989 at Lee Fashion Fabrics, a domestic textile manufacturer, by working in accounts receivables and export operations. In 1999, she was promoted to - [Shannon Wager](https://globaltextilepartners.com/team/test/) - Shannon oversees the accounting functions at the New York office and is responsible for working with customers and mills to establish fabric specifications. She is also responsible for organizing sample production and establishing color standards. Shannon started her textile career in 1999 in the accounting department of Lee Fashion Fabrics, a domestic textile manufacturer. In - [JT Jeong](https://globaltextilepartners.com/team/jt-jeong/) - JT is the operations director for GTP’s Seoul office. JT and his staff are responsible for sourcing, production scheduling, quality control and international logistics. JT started his career in 1990 as a research manager, developing high-performance specialty yarns for Hyosung, a worldwide leader in yarn manufacturing. In 1996, with 7 patents registered in his name, - [Ken Mazer](https://globaltextilepartners.com/team/john-louis-conroy-2/) - Ken, a co-founder of Global Textile Partners, is vice president and manages the company’s operations. Ken started in the textile industry as a marketing manager at Burlington Industries where he oversaw the expansion of the $400 million wool products division into new apparel and upholstery markets. In 1991 Ken joined Lee Fashion Fabrics, a diversified - [June Wang](https://globaltextilepartners.com/team/test-2/) - June is the operations director for GTP’s Shanghai office. June and her staff are responsible for sourcing, production scheduling, quality control and international logistics. June began her career in 1999 for Kentex Mills, a major Chinese manufacturer of upholstery fabrics, curtains and bedding products. In 2002 she was promoted to international sales manager, responsible for - [John Louis Conroy](https://globaltextilepartners.com/team/john-louis-conroy/) - John, a co-founder of Global Textile Partners, is president and oversees all company activities. John began his career in the textile industry in 1980 when he joined Lee Fashion Fabrics, a domestically based, warp knit textile manufacturer. After becoming president in 1996, he oversaw a fourfold increase in sales as the company surpassed $40 million