Inside the Reusable Textile Industry with ARTA

What does the science really say about reusable textiles? In this episode of Behind the Seams, Jeff Courey and Meredith Bowery explore how ARTA’s research and lifecycle assessments help healthcare organizations understand the environmental and financial advantages of reusable textile programs.

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U.S. Healthcare Textiles in 2026: What You Need to Know

In Episode 15 of Behind the Seams, Jeff Courey sits down with Matt Victor, to discuss the key forces shaping U.S. healthcare laundries and healthcare textile programs in 2026. The conversation explores lessons from a strong 2025, the importance of trusted partnerships, supply chain stability, and the growing role of technology and AI in healthcare laundry operations. Together, they outline what laundries need to focus on next to stay efficient, resilient, and prepared for the year ahead.

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The Courey Brothers Kick Off 2026

In this kickoff episode of Behind the Seams, Jeff and Rob Courey reflect on a record-setting 2025 and share how George Courey Inc. is preparing for continued growth in healthcare textiles, hospitality linens, and long-term care solutions across North America. As the company enters its 116th year, the conversation focuses on execution, transparency, and strategic alignment from leveraging technology and automation to strengthening customer partnerships and scaling responsibly into 2026.

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Comfort, Tech & Crystal Balls: Hospitality in 2026

Guest: Garth Ruggiero, Corporate Director of Procurement, Atlific Hotels  In this episode of Behind the Seams, Jeff sits down with Garth Ruggiero, Corporate Director of Procurement at Atlific Hotels, to explore how the hospitality industry...

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The Future of Vacation Rentals: Scaling Luxury

Featuring Sean Breuner, Founder & CEO of AvantStay The lines between hotels and vacation rentals are blurring and in this episode of Behind the Seams, Jeff sits down with Sean Breuner, Founder and CEO of AvantStay,...

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