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Written by Julie Watterson <\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n

On Oct. 17 and 18, <\/span>Ben Cooper<\/span><\/a> visited the <\/span>Wilson College of Textiles<\/span><\/a> \u00a0for the <\/span>John W. Pope Industrialist-in-Residence Program<\/span><\/a> (IIR). The program provides a forum for students and faculty to interface with global industry and government executives with a goal of exposing them to global business strategies and current textile information and expertise. The EIR\u2019s visit also includes discussions with faculty and students as well as a seminar.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

William Harazin<\/span>, teaching associate professor in the department of <\/span>Textile and Apparel, Technology and Management<\/span><\/a> (TATM), describes the benefits of the IIR. \u201cThere is engagement between the IIR and the college through student and IIR interaction, internships, full-time and part-time positions, extension services and donations to the North Carolina Textile Foundation,\u201d said Harazin.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

“I’ve always been curious about human performance and improving it using science. The textile industry has always played an integral role in that. Making textile products with intelligence and connectivity creates a whole new world of experiences for us all,” said Cooper.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cooper gained his B.S. in Biomedical Physics from Northeastern University and a M.S. in Kinesiology and Exercise Science with a concentration in Biomechanics from Boise State University. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He was the lead footwear project engineer for the U.S. Army, and successfully led fast-paced multimillion dollar development efforts for the United States Department of Defense. Cooper also co-founded the \u201csmart\u201d infant monitoring startup, <\/span>Sensible Baby<\/span><\/a>, which gained international recognition for its innovative approach to disrupting the juvenile products space.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Making textile products with intelligence and connectivity creates a whole new world of experiences for us all.<\/p><\/div><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Cooper was a founding member of VF Corporation\u2019s Global Innovation Center where he led product research and testing for Timberland, Vans and The North Face\u2019s footwear innovation programs, and VF\u2019s wearable tech exploratory group. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

IoClothes<\/span> was founded by Cooper to reduce the friction between the worlds of technology, apparel, footwear and textiles industries. \u201cSmart textiles are becoming more feasible as electronic components can be smaller and require less power. The textile industry is ready from a tech standpoint,\u201d said Cooper.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the years, Cooper has worked with NC State alumni and continues to admire their drive and motivation when it comes to problem solving. \u201cI have previously worked with colleagues from NC State who have such a high caliber and innovative minds. My visit to the Wilson College of Textiles both met and exceeded expectations as everyone seemed forward thinking and possessed an appetite for creating industry solutions. NC State is in an excellent position to solve many textile-related problems,\u201d said Cooper.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

During the two-day visit he was able to guest speak in classes, tour the college, view labs, see the <\/span>James B. Hunt Jr. Library<\/span><\/a> and more. \u201cI enjoyed visiting the Senior Design class. The undergraduate students had such interest in coming up with results in search of resolutions for well known sponsors with complex project descriptions. I enjoy seeing a program where the students are working one-on-one with a brand while working on user focused problems,\u201d said Cooper.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cooper had the opportunity to meet with the TATM Student Advisory Board (SAB) where president, Sabrina Baker, helped lead discussion. <\/span>“During the Industrialist-in-Residence visit, the TATM SAB had the wonderful privilege to interact with Ben Cooper and learn about the future of technology. Mr. Cooper gave great advice about how to begin a career by discussing his previous experiences,” said Baker. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cooper was truly a special guest who provided valuable insight for many individuals. \u201cBen was a great communicator of ideas on the textile industry and technology,\u201d explained, Harazin.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cooper hopes to grow his relationship with the university. <\/span>“I look forward to finding opportunities to collaborate with the Wilson College of Textiles in the future, whether it be supporting student groups, guest lecturing, etc. I’m open to most any capacity. I want to maintain a connection with the Textiles faculty, students, and facilities at NC State,” he said.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false,"raw":"\n\n\n\n\n

Written by Julie Watterson <\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n

On Oct. 17 and 18, <\/span>Ben Cooper<\/span><\/a> visited the <\/span>Wilson College of Textiles<\/span><\/a> \u00a0for the <\/span>John W. Pope Industrialist-in-Residence Program<\/span><\/a> (IIR). The program provides a forum for students and faculty to interface with global industry and government executives with a goal of exposing them to global business strategies and current textile information and expertise. The EIR\u2019s visit also includes discussions with faculty and students as well as a seminar.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

William Harazin<\/span>, teaching associate professor in the department of <\/span>Textile and Apparel, Technology and Management<\/span><\/a> (TATM), describes the benefits of the IIR. \u201cThere is engagement between the IIR and the college through student and IIR interaction, internships, full-time and part-time positions, extension services and donations to the North Carolina Textile Foundation,\u201d said Harazin.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"I've always been curious about human performance and improving it using science. The textile industry has always played an integral role in that. Making textile products with intelligence and connectivity creates a whole new world of experiences for us all,\" said Cooper.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cooper gained his B.S. in Biomedical Physics from Northeastern University and a M.S. in Kinesiology and Exercise Science with a concentration in Biomechanics from Boise State University. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He was the lead footwear project engineer for the U.S. Army, and successfully led fast-paced multimillion dollar development efforts for the United States Department of Defense. Cooper also co-founded the \u201csmart\u201d infant monitoring startup, <\/span>Sensible Baby<\/span><\/a>, which gained international recognition for its innovative approach to disrupting the juvenile products space.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Making textile products with intelligence and connectivity creates a whole new world of experiences for us all.<\/p><\/div><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Cooper was a founding member of VF Corporation\u2019s Global Innovation Center where he led product research and testing for Timberland, Vans and The North Face\u2019s footwear innovation programs, and VF\u2019s wearable tech exploratory group. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

IoClothes<\/span> was founded by Cooper to reduce the friction between the worlds of technology, apparel, footwear and textiles industries. \u201cSmart textiles are becoming more feasible as electronic components can be smaller and require less power. The textile industry is ready from a tech standpoint,\u201d said Cooper.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the years, Cooper has worked with NC State alumni and continues to admire their drive and motivation when it comes to problem solving. \u201cI have previously worked with colleagues from NC State who have such a high caliber and innovative minds. My visit to the Wilson College of Textiles both met and exceeded expectations as everyone seemed forward thinking and possessed an appetite for creating industry solutions. NC State is in an excellent position to solve many textile-related problems,\u201d said Cooper.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

During the two-day visit he was able to guest speak in classes, tour the college, view labs, see the <\/span>James B. Hunt Jr. Library<\/span><\/a> and more. \u201cI enjoyed visiting the Senior Design class. The undergraduate students had such interest in coming up with results in search of resolutions for well known sponsors with complex project descriptions. I enjoy seeing a program where the students are working one-on-one with a brand while working on user focused problems,\u201d said Cooper.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cooper had the opportunity to meet with the TATM Student Advisory Board (SAB) where president, Sabrina Baker, helped lead discussion. <\/span>\"During the Industrialist-in-Residence visit, the TATM SAB had the wonderful privilege to interact with Ben Cooper and learn about the future of technology. Mr. Cooper gave great advice about how to begin a career by discussing his previous experiences,\" said Baker. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cooper was truly a special guest who provided valuable insight for many individuals. \u201cBen was a great communicator of ideas on the textile industry and technology,\u201d explained, Harazin.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cooper hopes to grow his relationship with the university. <\/span>\"I look forward to finding opportunities to collaborate with the Wilson College of Textiles in the future, whether it be supporting student groups, guest lecturing, etc. I'm open to most any capacity. I want to maintain a connection with the Textiles faculty, students, and facilities at NC State,\" he said.<\/span><\/p>\n"},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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