2025 GLOBAL TIRE INDUSTRY CONFERENCE
APRIL 22-24
GREENVILLE, SC
Questions? Please contact thinkclemson@clemson.edu
APRIL 22-24
Clemson at Greenville ONE
MEETING LOCATION
Clemson @ Greenville ONE
1 North Main Street | Greenville, SC 29601
Clemson at Greenville ONE is the business hub of Upstate South Carolina. Located in the central business district of Greenville, the 8,500 square foot event space at Greenville ONE is home to business and networking events, workshops, continuing education classes, art installations, charity events, and private events.
With breathtaking views of downtown Greenville and the Blue Ridge Mountains, Clemson at Greenville ONE is a premiere meeting space for conferences and corporate meetings. Our state of the art Auditorium and Meeting spaces provide comfort and luxury. While on a break, make sure to go outside on our deck and take in the view!
Aloft Hotel
CONFERENCE HOTEL
HOTELS IN GREENVILLE
Experience the brightest and hippest addition to the area, Aloft Greenville Downtown. Our hotel blends sleek design, modern style and technology for the savvy traveler and is part of ONE Greenville, a mixed-use hub in the heart of the city. We offer easy-breezy access to business offices, arts venues, and natural attractions. Energy flows and personalities mingle in the vibrant social scene of WXYZ® bar featuring live music, signature cocktails and tasty bites. Unwind in our Re:mix lounge area or grab a healthy, gourmet snack at Re:fuel. If you feel like burning off energy, work-out in our Re:charge hotel gym or take a dip in our outdoor pool. After a busy day, relax in contemporary hotel rooms, featuring plush, king-sized beds, walk-in showers, complimentary Wi-Fi, 50” LCD TVs and more.
River Walk Greenville
GREENVILLE, SC
Greenville, South Carolina has people talking ― and they’re saying a lot of nice things. Travel + Leisure called Greenville a “Top Place to Travel (in the World).” Southern Living listed Greenville among the “South’s Best Cities on the Rise.” Why the accolades?
Greenville offers visitors a unique blend of traditional Southern charm and contemporary cool you won’t find anywhere else. Its award-winning, tree-lined Main Street buzzes with people, locally owned boutiques, and 200+ inventive restaurants. Not to mention a ridiculously picturesque 32-acre park situated in the heart of downtown, with a breathtaking waterfall and a one-of-a-kind floating pedestrian bridge.
2025 FEATURED SPEAKERS
KIMBERLY LYONS, PhD
SC Dept of transportation
Asphalt Materials Engineer
JEFF GOWDY
SUSTAINSERV
Global Sustainability Expert
Saied Taheri, PHD
Center for Tire Research (CenTiRe)
Professor & Director
K. STRATTON KIRTON
LIBERTY TIRE
VP, Government Relations
2025 TIRE CONFERENCE SPONSORS
NOTE: This page will continue to update as sponsors are added.
SPONSORS:
CONFERENCE PURPOSE AND HISTORY
About the conference
The Clemson Tire Conference has evolved from solely addressing developments in tire design, research, and manufacturing to encompassing a broader spectrum of issues related to how tires interact with and perform in their operating environment. This expanded focus is expected to generate new insights that will enhance tire design and manufacturing.
This evolution reflects South Carolina’s role as the leading producer of tires in the U.S. and acknowledges the responsibility that comes with this position.
The conference is built around three enduring themes: Sustainability and the Environment, Manufacturing Excellence, and Innovation & Future Trends.
HISTORY
Established in 1985 by Clemson University, the Clemson University Tire Conference was originally hosted by the professors of the School of Textiles. It began as an educational program primarily focused on manufacturing tire cords for vehicle tires. Over time, it evolved into a two-day conference featuring industry experts presenting on the dynamic changes within the tire industry and their impact on manufacturers, consumers, and the automotive sector.
Today, the conference has grown into a global event. Over three days, expert representatives from tire manufacturers, academia, and government explore critical topics affecting the tire business and technology.
With the tire industry experiencing tremendous growth, the Clemson University Tire Conference now welcomes attendees from North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. The conference continues to present the latest advancements in manufacturing technologies, product standards, regulatory developments, automotive trends, and financial forecasts.
leadership
The Clemson University Global Tire Industry Conference is organized and presented by Clemson University's Center for Corporate Learning and supported by leading tire and auxiliary industry companies. The annual conference features expert presentations, ensuring it remains a premier, world-class event that addresses the economic, technical, and innovative challenges shaping the tire industry.
For more information on other programs and executive education opportunities at Clemson University, please visit: Clemson.edu/thinkclemson
cONFERENCE lEADERSHIP TEAM
Jeremy Kröber
Operations Manager
Center for Corporate Learning
Clemson University
Lydia Thomas
Program Coordinator
Center for Corporate Learning
Clemson University
Dr. Prashant Prabhu
MBA Faculty
Clemson University
Email Inquiries go to Lydia Thomas: llt2@clemson.edu
