Is It Leather? president to address industry challenges at APLF
The Is It Leather? campaign will take part in APLF Hong Kong 2025, where president Katie Kutskill will discuss critical issues facing the global leather industry.
Her presentations will examine the impact of misinformation, evolving consumer preferences, and the increasing replacement of genuine leather with synthetic alternatives.
Ms Kutskill has raised concerns about the spread of disinformation by activist groups and retailers, arguing that it is contributing to declining demand for real leather in fashion, footwear, automotive, and accessories. She will participate in three presentations at the event, focusing on industry alignment and strategies to address these challenges.
Among the sessions, Katie will join Deborah Taylor of the Sustainable Leather Foundation on March 13 to discuss how to communicate leather’s sustainable value to consumers. On March 14, she will speak alongside Yusuf Osman of Yussico on the future of the leather industry. Both events are free to attend and will take place at the Main Stage, Hall 3G, HKCEC.
APLF Hong Kong 2025 will serve as a key platform for industry leaders to assess the future of leather and explore solutions to market pressures.
