After five years of holding the position, Diana Wyman has resigned from the post of Executive Vice President (EVP), American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC) effective August 9, 2024.
Post her resignation, Wyman will join Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI), a Silver corporate member of the Association. During her tenure at AATCC, Wyman also served as the Director -Publications, Membership, and Technical Departments. A member of the association since 2001, she actively participated in numerous administrative and technical committees.
In the interim, John (Jack) Daniels will take over the vacated post until a permanent replacement is found. Previously employed as the EVP of the association for over 20 years, Daniels will function as Executive Vice President, Emeritus.
During her tenure at the association, Wyman successfully guided AATCC through COVID-19 shutdowns and restrictions. She oversaw building enhancements, displays, and celebrations for the Association’s 100th anniversary in 2021. Wyman also negotiated and signed memoranda of understanding with Colombia and Sri Lanka for the national adoption of AATCC standards.
Besides, she played a pivotal role in forming AATCC’s e-textile committee and publishing a test method for measuring fiber fragment (‘microfiber’) release in laundering. She also presented papers on these and other testing-related topics at conferences and industry events globally.
