Lewis Shuler develops innovative material platforms and advanced manufacturing processes that enable brands to build apparel and footwear more responsibly. With two decades leading global raw material innovation across Asia, Europe, and North America, he works at the intersection of design, sustainability, and manufacturing to turn creative vision into scalable, lower-impact solutions. As Vice President of Advanced Concepts at Alpine Group/Paradise Textiles, Mr. Shuler’s work spans bio-based fibers and chemistries, textile recycling, fiber pollution research, natural colorants, and low-impact dyeing and finishing—all guided by a platform-thinking approach that aligns design integration, supplier ecosystems, and commercial viability to accelerate industry transition.