Attached to Hygiene
59 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingIn a continually evolving disposable hygiene market and with an ever increasing amount of choice for the consumer, market knowledge is everything. How do you differentiate from your competition, maximise sales and at the same time minimise costs? In this new podcast, Bostik and guest industry experts provide valuable insight into market & consumer trends and how you the article producer can increase your success, reaching your business goals.
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'Attached to Hygiene' Goes on Hiatus
September 04, 2023 06:00 - 44 seconds - 687 KBAfter successfully airing and sharing 57 episodes of ‘Attached to Hygiene’, the podcast will be taking a production break. When the show that is designed to enable you to grow your knowledge and influence in absorbent hygiene returns, expect fresh content and valuable insights from experts at Bostik, throughout the industry, and a new host. On behalf of Bostik and the entire podcast team, we thank you, our listeners, for your dedication to the show and we look forward to returning in the f...
57. Product Safety: The Value of Voluntary Guidelines with Luminita Barbu
July 31, 2023 08:00 - 32 minutes - 45.1 MBOver the last few years, consumers have become increasingly interested in the safety of products. But they are not alone in their concern. Our industry strives to provide products that can be used with confidence. Governmental bodies create laws and directives to help ensure shoppers are protected from bad actors. To get insights into the current climate around standards and directives, Host Jack Hughes speaks with Luminita Barbu, Regulatory Affairs Director at EDANA. Together they explore...
56. What Incontinence Users Want from Their Products with Alan Cottenden
July 10, 2023 08:00 - 57 minutes - 78.8 MBDaily management of incontinence can be complicated. Many sufferers rely on absorbent hygiene products to cope with their condition. Although their experiences vary widely, some needs (leak protection, discretion, and affordability, etc.) are fairly common. How well these are met can make or break the product users’ trust in a brand forever. So how can producers better serve consumers? One simple approach is to talk to product users. In this episode of ‘Attached to Hygiene’, host Jack Hughe...
55. The Consumer Trends Impacting Absorbent Hygiene pt. 2 with Liying Qian and Ali Angus
June 19, 2023 08:00 - 28 minutes - 39.3 MBThis episode is sponsored by Cotton Incorporated and their free B2B Resource CottonWorks.com. Learn more about their free sourcing directories at CottonWorks.com/Nonwovens-Sourcing. Host Jack Hughes continues his conversation with Euromonitor’s Ali Angus, Head of Innovation Practice, and Liying Qian, Head of Tissue and Disposable Hygiene. In recent episodes, they reviewed the market research firm’s Top 10 Global Consumer Trends of 2023 and began to explore those with the clearest impact o...
54. The Consumer Trends Impacting Absorbent Hygiene pt. 1 with Liying Qian and Ali Angus
June 05, 2023 08:00 - 45 minutes - 62.7 MBThis episode is sponsored by Cotton Incorporated and their free B2B Resource CottonWorks.com. Learn more about their free sourcing directories at CottonWorks.com/Nonwovens-Sourcing. Last episode, host Jack Hughes and his guests reviewed Euromonitor’s Top 10 Global Consumer Trends of 2023. This time, Jack is again joined by the market research group’s Ali Angus, Head of Innovation Practice, and Liying Qian, Head of Tissue and Disposable Hygiene. Together they take a closer look at how thre...
53. Top 10 Consumer Trends of 2023 with Ali Angus and Liying Qian
May 22, 2023 08:00 - 34 minutes - 47.6 MBThis episode is sponsored by Cotton Incorporated and their free B2B Resource CottonWorks.com. Learn more about their free sourcing directories at CottonWorks.com/Nonwovens-Sourcing. For manufacturers looking to stay abreast of today’s top trends, Euromonitor International’s annual lists are a valuable resource. Knowing when and how—and why—consumers are spending their money can make a big difference in your company’s success. Host Jack Hughes is joined by two Euromonitor experts to disc...
52. Reusable Absorbent Products pt. 2 with Frantisek Riha-Scott
May 08, 2023 08:00 - 25 minutes - 35.2 MBAs manufacturers and consumers both know, there are many benefits to reusable absorbent hygiene products. But there are also drawbacks. In the second half of this two-part ‘Attached to Hygiene’ episode, reusable article inventor Frantisek Riha-Scott speaks on the challenges. The Founder of Confitex delves further into the topic of reusable, single-use, and hybrid products with host Jack Hughes. As Frantisek sees it, fusing the best elements of reusable and disposable products can address b...
51. Reusable Absorbent Products pt. 1 with Frantisek Riha-Scott
April 17, 2023 08:00 - 35 minutes - 48.6 MBMost absorbent hygiene products today are disposable. With this comes convenience, cleanliness, and affordability. But it also brings negative impacts on the environment. For this reason, some consumers are choosing reusable options. However, these products may lack in the areas of performance, practicality, and price. So how do manufacturers like you offer reusable options to your customers while still meeting their needs? Frantisek Rhia-Scott, founder and design director at Confitex, pr...
50. Highlights From Our First 2 Years
March 27, 2023 08:00 - 51 minutes - 70.4 MBSince launching in May 2021, ‘Attached to Hygiene’ has enabled listeners like you to grow your knowledge and influence in the absorbent hygiene industry. Each guest (more than 60 to date) has brought their own perspective and valuable information to you. This milestone episode—our 50th—is a compilation of many voices and notable pieces of value from the first 49. Our shows have included in-depth discussions on: All three main absorbent hygiene markets—baby care, period care, and adult inc...
49. Evaluating Baby Products to Earn Parents' Trust pt. 2 with Sharon Vinderine
March 13, 2023 08:00 - 19 minutes - 26.2 MBThe baby diaper market is dynamic and rife with competition; new products and features appear regularly. Keeping up to date on current and emerging trends isn’t easy, but it can give you the competitive edge you need. Fortunately, podcast guest Sharon Vinderine has valuable insights for the North American market. As CEO and Founder of Parent Tested Parent Approved, she sees some of the newest offerings, even before they hit the shelves. In this episode of ‘Attached to Hygiene’, Sharon and ho...
48. Evaluating Baby Products to Earn Parents' Trust pt. 1 with Sharon Vinderine
February 27, 2023 09:00 - 34 minutes - 46.9 MBGetting product feedback from your consumers can be tough, especially if you’re new to a market or launching a product. Parents can feel equally overwhelmed by the expanding field of options. According to mother, CEO, and company founder Sharon Vinderine, that’s exactly why Parent Tested Parent Approved (PTPA) exists. Sharon recently spoke with host Jack Hughes about how—and why—consumer testing has become vital for brands and consumers alike. In the first of two ‘Attached to Hygiene’ episod...
47. What Millennial Mothers Expect from Sustainable Brands with Amrita Saigal
February 13, 2023 09:00 - 47 minutes - 64.7 MBNew absorbent hygiene products enter the market every day, and their creators hope the items are successful. However, sometimes products flounder or fail. There are many reasons for this: Assumptions about consumer expectations or preferences were wrong. The consumer’s needs change by the time the product reaches the market. The item may be priced too high or too low. That’s why it’s crucial for manufacturers to incorporate consumer feedback from inception to launch. But how is this done? Ku...
46. Presenting: Transition(s) with Susie Hewson and Bostik Talks with Jack Hughes
January 30, 2023 09:00 - 21 minutes - 29.2 MBIt’s no secret that sustainability is a matter of growing importance in the absorbent hygiene industry. Even so, there are many perspectives to consider. That’s why Bostik has created a pair of podcasts specifically on the topic. ‘Transition(s)’ features outside perspectives on various markets that we serve. ‘Bostik Talks’ shares related, insider information on what Bostik is doing. In this episode of ‘Attached to Hygiene’, host Jack Hughes brings you one of each! The episode starts with ‘...
46. Presenting: Transitions(s) with Susie Hewson and Bostik Talks with Jack Hughes
January 30, 2023 09:00 - 21 minutes - 29.2 MBIt’s no secret that sustainability is a matter of growing importance in the absorbent hygiene industry. Even so, there are many perspectives to consider. That’s why Bostik has created a pair of podcasts specifically on the topic. ‘Transition(s)’ features outside perspectives on various markets that we serve. ‘Bostik Talks’ shares related, insider information on what Bostik is doing. In this episode of ‘Attached to Hygiene’, host Jack Hughes brings you one of each! The episode starts with ‘...
45. Trends in Absorbent Baby Products pt. 2 with Natalia Richer
January 16, 2023 10:39 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MBThis episode is sponsored by Cotton Incorporated and their B2B focused website, CottonWorks. If you’d like to learn more about cotton as a natural leader in the global baby care market, you can do so on CottonWorks. When it comes to staying current on global trends in the absorbent hygiene industry, Natalia Richer has an enviable position. As COO of Diaper Testing International (DTI), she sees what companies around the world are working on and what consumers are purchasing. Fortunately, Na...
44. Trends in Absorbent Baby Products pt. 1 with Natalia Richer
January 02, 2023 09:00 - 40 minutes - 55.5 MBThis episode is sponsored by Cotton Incorporated and their B2B focused website, CottonWorks. If you’d like to learn more about cotton as a natural leader in the global baby care market, you can do so on CottonWorks. Staying informed about current global trends in the absorbent hygiene industry can be challenging. Fortunately, our guest Natalia Richer has a better vantage than most. As COO of Diaper Testing International (DTI), Natalia sees what companies around the world are working on. In...
43. HYGIENIX 2022 Conference Overview
December 19, 2022 09:00 - 46 minutes - 63.4 MBThis episode is sponsored by Cotton Incorporated and their B2B focused website, CottonWorks. If you’d like to learn more about natural fiber leader, cotton and its biodegradability, visit CottonWorks. November was an eventful month for the absorbent hygiene industry. In Episode 42, we focused on the OUTLOOK 2022 conference in Europe. Now, ‘Attached to Hygiene’ turns to the U.S. and welcomes speakers from Hygienix™ 2022 in New Orleans. Host Jack Hughes connects with 11 of the event’s speak...
42. OUTLOOK Conference 2022 Overview
December 05, 2022 09:00 - 28 minutes - 38.7 MBWe have good news for the many absorbent hygiene professionals who missed EDANA’s OUTLOOK 2022 Europe conference in Malta. For this episode of ‘Attached to Hygiene’, host Jack Hughes talks briefly with 11 of the event’s speakers to get an overview of their presentations. You can also take our survey to choose which speeches you want to hear more about from the presenters. Advances toward greater sustainability in the absorbent hygiene industry The goal of achieving a more circular model w...
41. The Africa Market pt. 2 with Raymond Chimhandamba
November 21, 2022 09:00 - 34 minutes - 47.9 MBGuest Raymond Chimhandamba returns to ‘Attached to Hygiene’ to share his expertise in the African absorbent hygiene market with host Jack Hughes and podcast listeners. Over the course of just five years, this promising market is expected to grow by 40%. Its rapid expansion offers many opportunities for manufacturers who have the ability to navigate Africa’s distinctive challenges. In this episode, Raymond and Jack turn their attention to the top five consumer needs of convenience, comfort, c...
40. The Africa Market pt. 1 with Raymond Chimhandamba
November 07, 2022 10:00 - 34 minutes - 47.1 MBIn 2021, ‘Attached to Hygiene’ examined trends in the EMEA region—Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. For the next two episodes, we will focus specifically on Africa, one of the world’s rapidly expanding markets. Over the course of just five years, absorbent hygiene sales on the continent are expected to grow by about 40%. For the last decade, Raymond Chimhandamba has worked in several areas of the industry. Examples include manufacturing supply, distribution, and article production. Now, h...
39. The Menstrual Health Market in India pt. 2 with Chirag Virani
October 24, 2022 08:00 - 37 minutes - 51.6 MBGuest Chirag Virani, co-founder of India-based Sparkle Eco Innovations, returns for part two of his discussion with Jack Hughes about period care products in India. In this episode, Jack and Chirag consider the challenges manufacturers may face in this promising market. Key among them are menstrual inequity and the stigma of discussing menstruation. Also discussed are efforts to increase sustainability as well as gender bias in an industry focused on women’s health. Sustainability and othe...
38. The Menstrual Health Market in India pt. 1 with Chirag Virani
October 10, 2022 08:00 - 35 minutes - 49.4 MBToday, India accounts for only about 5% of the 90 billion period care products sold across the globe. However, this is expected to nearly double in the next few years. Experts estimate that by 2026, the menstrual health market will grow 11% globally, with nearly half of that increase occurring within India’s borders. To find out why, host Jack Hughes welcomes Chirag Virani, co-founder of India-based Sparkle Eco Innovations. Prior to launching his sustainability-focused absorbent hygiene comp...
37. Latin America Market Insights with Augusto Quiroz
September 26, 2022 08:00 - 19 minutes - 26.8 MBIn this bonus episode of ‘Attached to Hygiene’, host Jack Hughes continues his conversation with Augusto Quiroz. As commercial director for the Americas region, Augusto relates information on three topics regarding Latin America (LATAM) that didn’t fit into our two recent episodes on the Americas. The popularity of the menstrual cup in Latin America The use of the menstrual cup has become much more common in both Central and South America than it was five years ago. Reasons vary from user...
36. The AMAS Market pt. 2 with Augusto Quiroz and Kelley Riegert
September 12, 2022 08:00 - 34 minutes - 47.7 MBTake our listener survey to get access to 5 documents on CSR and Sustainability in the Absorbent Hygiene Industry. Click here to take the survey. In the conclusion of this 2-part series, ‘Attached to Hygiene’ takes a closer look at absorbent hygiene in the Americas (AMAS) region. Host Jack Hughes continues his conversation with Augusto Quiroz, Bostik’s commercial director for the AMAS region, supporting customers in Latin America, and Kelley Reigert, Bostik’s strategic commercial account m...
35. The AMAS Market pt. 1 with Augusto Quiroz and Kelley Riegert
August 29, 2022 08:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBTake our listener survey to get access to 5 documents on CSR and Sustainability in the Absorbent Hygiene Industry. Click here to take the survey. In the absorbent hygiene industry, each region has its own unique blend of consumer needs and preferences. The AMAS market, which includes Central, North, and South America, is no exception. This expansive territory includes a diverse population, varying climates, and cultural differences. There are even distinctions from nation to nation. As an ...
34. Absorbent Cores with Typhaine Raimbourg
August 15, 2022 08:00 - 53 minutes - 48.7 MBThis episode is sponsored by Cotton Incorporated and their B2B focused website, CottonWorksTM. CottonWorks™ | Online Guide for Producing Outstanding Cotton Products Interested in exploring absorbent cotton for your hygiene needs, free sourcing directories are available on CottonWorksTM to help industry professionals find the cotton capable and global suppliers they need. Take our Listener Survey to receive copies of all 5 of our CSR Documents. In many ways, the core is the heart of any ...
33. (ReAir) The Hygiene Industry in 2035 with DeeAnn Nelson, Nick Carter, and Darius Deak
August 01, 2022 08:00 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MBDue to an enthusiastic response from early podcast listeners, we’re reairing ‘Attached to Hygiene’ episode 11: The Hygiene Market in 2035. This popular episode features Nick Carter, Vice President, Nonwovens Marketing at Avgol Nonwovens; DeeAnn Nelson, NA-R&D and Innovation Manager at Avgol; and Darius Deak, Global R&D Director for Bostik. Along with host Jack Hughes, they make predictions about the future of the nonwovens industry. Demographics and market trends in absorbent hygiene How...
32. Incontinence Product User Panel #2 with Alan Cottenden
July 18, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 69.2 MBFor individuals experiencing incontinence, situations and the products used to address them differ from person to person. Anatomy, medical conditions, preferences, and life responsibilities all contribute to how one individual’s needs will vary from the other. In this episode of ‘Attached to Hygiene’, host Jack Hughes is again joined by Alan Cottenden, Emeritus Professor of Incontinence Technology at University College London. Jack and Alan chat with three North American consumers—Paul, Beth...
31. The APAC Market pt. 2 with Rockey Ye and Tina Li
July 04, 2022 09:00 - 39 minutes - 36.7 MBThe first half of this two-part episode of ‘Attached to Hygiene’ presented a high-level overview of absorbent hygiene in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region. Topics included market size, growth potential, demographics, and user habits. In part two of this interview, Rockey Ye, Business Director for Bostik's APAC region, and Tina Li, Bostik's Technical Service Manager, delve deeper into how these factors impact manufacturers, suppliers, and consumers. They explore areas such as supply chain challe...
30. Incontinence Product User Panel #1 with Alan Cottenden
June 20, 2022 09:00 - 57 minutes - 53.8 MBIncontinence is a serious matter for those who have to deal with it on a daily basis. Many sufferers seek out absorbent hygiene products to cope with their condition. And for most consumers, how their needs (leak protection, discretion, affordability, etc.) are met can make or break their trust in a brand forever. So how can producers better serve the consumer? One simple approach is to talk to product users. In this episode of ‘Attached to Hygiene’, host Jack Hughes and guest moderator Alan...
29. The APAC Market pt. 1 with Rockey Ye and Tina Li
June 06, 2022 05:30 - 37 minutes - 35.1 MBThe absorbent hygiene market varies by region, and each has its own history, cultures, customs, and languages. However, there are distinctions between and even within countries. As an article producer, you need to keep these factors in mind when it comes to consumer preferences and expectations. In this episode of ‘Attached to Hygiene’, Rockey Ye, Business Director for Bostik's Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, and Tina Li, Bostik's Strategic Market and Technical Service Manager, share their knowl...
28. Absorbent Hygiene Market Insights with Natalia Richer and Heidi Beatty
May 23, 2022 05:00 - 47 minutes - 45.2 MBConcerns around sustainability. A more educated consumer base. Challenges of a pandemic! No doubt the absorbent hygiene market is evolving. In this episode of ‘Attached to Hygiene’, Natalia Richer, Global AHP Consultant at Diaper Testing International, and Heidi Beatty, Crown Abbey CEO, share their insights on trends in absorbent hygiene: What is happening now? What is being explored? What is in store for the industry in the next three to five years? Convenience, Sustainability, and New ...
27. Getting to Know Your Target Customer with Amrita Saigal
May 09, 2022 12:30 - 48 minutes - 44.3 MBThis episode is sponsored by Cotton Incorporated and their B2B focused website, CottonWorks. New products enter the market every day, and their creators hope they are successful. However, sometimes products flounder or fail. There are many reasons: Assumptions about consumer expectations or preferences were wrong. The consumer’s needs change by the time the product reaches the market. The product may be priced too high or too low. That’s why it’s crucial for manufacturers to incorporate con...
26. Testing Pad Attachment Performance for Todays Consumer with Jill Scheu and Luke Burkholder
April 25, 2022 12:30 - 48 minutes - 44.9 MBIndividuals who menstruate have full lives, and their product of choice has to keep up with the demands of their lifestyle. A pad that isn't sticking is the last thing they want to worry about. In this episode of ‘Attached to Hygiene’, experts Jill Scheu, Chemist and Group Leader, and Luke Burkholder, Technical Account Manager, explore the number one issue that most menstrual health product users have with pads: stay-in-place performance. Consumer feedback is clear. About half of product use...
25. Regulatory Trends for AHPs in the US with Jane Wishneff
April 11, 2022 12:30 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBTake our listener survey to receive our new CSR Whitepaper. Two U.S. states have already enacted laws requiring disposable hygiene packaging to list ingredients. Other states are considering the same. These policies, which mandate the disclosure of intentionally added ingredients, empower consumers in understanding what is in their favourite menstrual products. But is this level of transparency good news for manufacturers? In this episode of ‘Attached to Hygiene’, host Jack Hughes explore...
24. Megatrends from the World of Menstrual Health with Danielle Keiser
March 28, 2022 12:00 - 56 minutes - 51.8 MBTake our listener survey to receive our new CSR Whitepaper. Menstruation is a normal and natural experience. And yet, people are still struggling to raise awareness of the needs it brings. Another area that needs work: ease of access to products. With these concerns in mind, ‘Attached to Hygiene’ takes a closer look at the megatrends driving the menstrual health market. Host Jack Hughes welcomes back Danielle Keiser, Managing Partner of Impact at Madami and Founder of Menstrual Health Hub. ...
23. The Menstrual Health Market pt. 2 with Jan O'Regan
March 14, 2022 12:00 - 33 minutes - 46.3 MBTo gain the trust of menstrual product consumers, we need to truly understand their needs. This starts by examining whether current products answer the consumers' concerns on safety, usability, and environmental impact of the menstrual health market. In this episode of ‘Attached to Hygiene,’ Jan O'Regan, outgoing Director of Strategic Initiatives at Cotton Incorporated, explains the different segments in the menstrual health market. She and host Jack Hughes also discuss trends such as transp...
22. The Menstrual Health Market pt. 1 with Jan O'Regan
February 28, 2022 13:30 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBIn this episode of ‘Attached to Hygiene’, Jan O'Regan, outgoing Director of Nonwovens Marketing for Cotton Incorporated, helps us view the full scope of the menstrual health market. Today’s topic: the cultural, religious, and commercial factors that play a role in how women make their feminine hygiene choices. Listen as Jan and host, Jack Hughes, have a conversation about a variety of related subjects. Included in the discussion: What do consumers expect from the brands they purchase? Why ar...
21. An Introduction to Menstrual Health with Danielle Keiser
February 14, 2022 15:08 - 45 minutes - 42.3 MBRoughly half of the world’s population experiences menstruation at some point in their lives. As it affects so many individuals, you'd think we as a society would have a greater understanding of menstrual health. But that's the thing. While it is a common, natural process, there's still so much we can learn. This episode of ‘Attached to Hygiene’ is the first in a series aimed at helping the industry design better products for her. Joining host Jack Hughes to discuss menstrual health and the ...
20. Sustainability in Disposable Hygiene pt. 4 with Christophe Morel
January 31, 2022 13:30 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBIn the single-use disposable hygiene industry, sustainability presents unique challenges, but the benefits can be equally great. Each change manufacturers make is multiplied by every article sold, so even incremental shifts really add up. What are industry players doing to meet sustainability goals? What should they be doing? What is the role of the consumer … or the government? In part 4 of our series on sustainability in Disposable Hygiene, Christophe Morel, Bostik’s Global Marketing Manag...
19. Sustainability in Disposable Hygiene pt. 3 with Christophe Morel
January 17, 2022 13:30 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBAccording to current estimates, some 6-7 billion disposable hygiene articles are produced annually worldwide. Where available, they have been shown to benefit women, children, and other segments of society. But what will it take to bring disposable hygiene into a more circular economy? In part 3 of this episode of ‘Attached to Hygiene’, Christophe Morel, Bostik's Global Technical Marketing Manager, joins host Jack Hughes to consider the possibilities. A New Era of Resource Management in Dis...
18. Sustainability in Disposable Hygiene pt. 2 with Seif Shaarawy and Luke Burkholder
January 03, 2022 14:00 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MBIn one way or another, today’s disposable hygiene products benefit almost everyone … babies, parents, women, older adults, and more. Protecting the planet for future generations is a goal that an increasing number of companies and consumers are embracing. So, what can we as an industry do to help? For disposable hygiene manufacturers, reducing their carbon footprint takes many forms. Processes, machinery, operating procedures, safety, and cost are among the many factors that can’t be overlo...
17. (ReAir) Confidence with Christophe Morel
December 20, 2021 14:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBIn this encore podcast, Jack is joined by Christophe to offer a fresh take on the consumer's need for confidence, and how it drives disposable hygiene market trends. Exploring the Consumer’s Need for Confidence According to Christophe, there’s more to a product’s ability to instill confidence than you might think. As article producers, you want your consumers to have confidence (trust) in the performance and safety of your disposable hygiene products and your brand. But there’s another ang...
16. Sustainability in Disposable Hygiene pt. 1 with Christophe Morel and Laurianne Libralesso
December 06, 2021 14:00 - 45 minutes - 15.7 MBThe movement towards more sustainable products—important to consumers and manufacturers alike—has created multiple challenges and opportunities for disposable hygiene manufacturers today. Even when addressed with transparency, information from producers can quickly garner skepticism, distrust, and a bad reputation overall. In Part 1 of this episode of "Attached to Hygiene," host Jack Hughes is joined by Bostik's Global Market Marketing Manager, Market Insights and Sustainable Innovation, Chr...
15. The Needs of Incontinence Sufferers with Vicki Wolpoff and Adam Greenberg
November 22, 2021 14:51 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBAside from medical care, individuals that suffer from incontinence also struggle with an array of other issues that compound their condition. Addressing these sub-factors is key to empowering patients to tackle the condition to the best of their abilities. In Part 2 of this episode of "Attached to Hygiene," host Jack Hughes continues speaking with NorthShore Care Supplies Director of Marketing and Communications, Vicki Wolpoff, and NorthShore Owner and Founder, Adam Greenberg to discuss the ...
14. The Incontinence Market in the U.S. with Vicki Wolpoff, Adam Greenberg, and Diane Toonen
November 08, 2021 14:00 - 35 minutes - 33.3 MBTo deal with medical conditions efficiently, we need to understand their causes, effects, and who they are affecting. Most importantly, we must also break down the stigma that comes with them. If there's stigma, having the right conversation can be challenging, let alone finding the proper approach. In Part 1 of this episode of "Attached to Hygiene," host Jack Hughes is joined by Bostik's Global Marketing Director, Diane Toonen, NorthShore Care Supplies' Director of Marketing and Communicati...
13. The EMEA Market pt. 2 with Seif Shaarawy and Pietro Landone
October 25, 2021 14:00 - 27 minutes - 37.7 MBWhen looking at brand and product growth, one factor that quickly drives the curve is trends. However, these trends differ in every market and region. Bostik, being a key player in the disposable hygiene sector, checks on how these trends look on the ground and how they affect planning and production. In Part 2 of this episode of “Attached to Hygiene,” host Jack Hughes and Bostik’s Global NW Operations Director, Seif Shaarawy, together with Bostik’s Europe Sales Director, Pietro Landone, con...
12. The EMEA Market pt. 1 with Seif Shaarawy and Pietro Landone
October 11, 2021 14:00 - 29 minutes - 40.7 MBAs industry leaders in disposable hygiene adhesives, it’s crucial to monitor the growth of Bostik’s three main market segments through the lenses of population, birth rates, emerging consumer preferences, and trends. In developing regions around the globe that are highly populated, that means there is a lot to consider. In Part 1 of this episode of “Attached to Hygiene,” host Jack Hughes and Bostik’s Global Operations Director, Seif Shaarawy, together with Bostik’s European Sales Director, P...
11. The Hygiene Industry in 2035 with DeeAnn Nelson, Nick Carter, and Darius Deak
September 27, 2021 01:00 - 53 minutes - 48.8 MBHow will the nonwovens industry look in 2035? From a declining birth rate to unexpected world events to regulations, “business as usual” may be substantially different in just over a decade. In this episode of “Attached to Hygiene,” host Jack Hughes delves into predictions with three long-time players in the industry: Nick Carter, Vice President, Nonwovens Marketing at Avgol Nonwovens; DeeAnn Nelson, NA-R&D and Innovation Manager at Avgol; and Darius Deak, Global R&D Director for Bostik. Tog...
10. Odour in Disposable Hygiene with Laurianne Libralesso
September 13, 2021 01:00 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBOf the five senses, smell is tied most strongly to memory and emotion. For this reason, odour in disposable hygiene products is a serious consideration. Whether before, during, or after use, adult incontinence and feminine hygiene consumers prefer articles that have a pleasant, or at least neutral, scent. But it’s not as simple as it sounds. Learn more about the science behind odour and the effect it has on consumers when you listen to this episode of “Attached To Hygiene.” Host Jack Hughes ...