Max Ring ’23, Account Manager at Everra, Is A New DYALC Member

Max Ring’s strengths in math and science, along with his dedication to Wolfpack Athletics, led to his career in textiles, which began at the Wilson College of Textiles.

When it came to selecting a major, that was an easy choice for Ring: textile engineering.

“This degree program provided me with a solid foundation, and my education and research role at The Nonwovens Institute uniquely prepared me for my current position,” he explains. “It has played a key role in launching my career.”

Now an account manager at Everra, formerly Stein Fibers, Ring is using the knowledge he gained each and every day.

Beyond his role at Everra, Ring remains active with his Wolfpack community. He is a mentor in the Wilson College of Textiles’ Blend Mentorship Program. In this role, he is guiding a current undergraduate student and assisting them with their academic and professional development. He also remains active by attending alumni events in Charlotte and Raleigh. 

This fall, Ring proudly joined the Dean’s Young Alumni Leadership Council as a new member. The DYALC consists of Wilson College of Textiles graduates under 40 who provide leadership and guidance on alumni engagement and funding for the dean of the Wilson College of Textiles and the North Carolina Textile Foundation (NCTF). Together, the DYALC promotes and supports the NCTF by strengthening relationships among students, alumni, and industry partners to ensure continued engagement among young alumni.

You can learn more about Ring’s journey at the Wilson College of Textiles and beyond in the Q&A below.

Degree: B.S. Textile Engineering, 2023 
Job Title: Account Manager, Everra 
Current City: Charlotte, North Carolina
Hometown: Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Why did you choose NC State and the Wilson College of Textiles?

I grew up as one of the very few Wolfpack fans in Chapel Hill, and with my strongest subjects being math and science, NC State was the natural choice for me. 

My dad recommended that I look at NC State’s textile programs, and the 2018 donation from the Wilson family further encouraged me to apply to the Wilson College of Textiles. I was admitted as a Dickson Foundation Scholar, and after a few months on campus, I knew that the college would be a great fit.

What activities were you involved in as an NC State student, and how did they impact your experience?

I was active in the Textile Technology and Engineering Society and the Greater Good Textile Group. These organizations played a significant role in advancing my academic and professional development, and they helped foster relationships throughout the Wilson College that I continue to value today.

The University Honors Program, the Nonwovens Institute and the Grand Challenges Scholars Program further enabled me to pursue my research and professional interests.

What is your fondest memory as a student at NC State and the Wilson College of Textiles?

It is hard to pinpoint one favorite memory because attending NC State Athletic events, playing intramural sports and going to friends’ music gigs are all among my favorites. 

One of my favorite Wilson College of Textiles memories occurred when everyone was working online during the pandemic. A friend and I were up late struggling with a TE 110 coding problem, and I semi-jokingly emailed Distinguished Professor Jeff Joines to see if he could join our Zoom even though it was quite late. Within a few minutes, he was on Zoom with us and helping us solve the problem. We were so surprised and excited when he joined that call. Dr. J’s dedication stuck with me and reminded me that I was lucky to be in a college with that type of support.

Who influenced you most during your time at the Wilson College of Textiles? And why or how?

One of my favorite experiences in the Wilson College of Textiles was working at the North Carolina Textile Foundation, the college’s philanthropic arm, for three years. Everyone in that office supported me and exposed me to new opportunities. They taught me about the importance of giving back and helped me land my job at Everra.

How did your education at the Wilson College of Textiles prepare you for what you are doing today?

As an account manager at Everra, it is important to have a strong understanding of fiber and polymer science, textile manufacturing processes and problem-solving techniques.

In what ways are you currently involved with the Wilson College of Textiles and NC State?

I am a mentor in the Blend Mentorship Program, represent Everra at the Wilson College of Textiles’ career fairs, meet with Wilson College of Textiles faculty, staff and students at trade shows, and I attend alumni events in both Charlotte and Raleigh.