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Shirt Lab AI Summit: The Apparel Decoration Future Is Here

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The Shirt Lab AI Summit 2025 is the premier event for decorators ready to harness artificial intelligence to grow smarter, faster, and more profitable businesses. Taking place August 7–8, 2025, at M&R’s headquarters, this two-day experience brings together screen printers, embroiderers, and apparel pros ready to move beyond AI experimentation and into real implementation.

DecoNetwork’s Business Development Manager, Zach Dewhurst, will be in attendance, along with a growing number of DecoNetwork users. From practical demos to powerful networking, the Shirt Lab AI Summit is where the future of decorated apparel takes shape.

What Makes The Shirt Lab AI Summit A Must-Attend Event

The Shirt Lab AI Summit 2025 is designed specifically for screen printers, embroiderers, and apparel decorators who are ready to use AI to drive real business results. Held August 7–8 at M&R’s headquarters, this first-of-its-kind event goes beyond buzzwords, offering live demos, tactical workshops, and expert talks focused on AI-powered marketing, sales systems, and operational automation.

Attendees will gain hands-on insight into prompt engineering, shop-floor scheduling, CRM automation, and more. Whether you’re just starting your AI journey or looking to refine advanced systems, the Shirt Lab AI Summit delivers actionable strategies tailored for the decorated apparel industry.

With sessions led by industry leaders like Mark Coudray, Ali Banholzer, and Brittany Long, the event blends technical training with strategic thinking to help you future-proof your shop. It’s not theory, it’s implementation.

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Why DecoNetwork Is Showing Up And Showing Support

DecoNetwork is proud to support the Shirt Lab AI Summit 2025 as it aligns perfectly with our mission: helping apparel decorators streamline operations, boost sales, and grow smarter using the latest technology. Zach Dewhurst, Business Development Manager at DecoNetwork, will be attending the event to engage with attendees, exchange ideas, and explore how AI is transforming shop management across the industry.

As the all-in-one business management platform for print shops, DecoNetwork empowers users to automate quotes, manage production workflows, and launch online stores. With AI now playing a bigger role in marketing and operations, the Shirt Lab AI Summit is the ideal place for DecoNetwork to connect with decorators who are ready to level up.

This isn’t just about staying current, it’s about shaping what’s next. 

A Networking Opportunity For The DecoNetwork Community

The Shirt Lab AI Summit 2025 isn’t just about learning; it’s also a powerful networking event for the DecoNetwork community. With multiple DecoNetwork users attending and Zach Dewhurst on-site, it’s the perfect place to meet fellow decorators who are using the platform to automate, innovate, and grow.

From casual conversations during lunch to deeper strategy talks at the celebration dinner, attendees will have plenty of chances to swap stories, share workflows, and build lasting connections. The AI Innovation Lab and Mini Trade Show also offer direct access to solution providers and cutting-edge tools shaping the future of decorated apparel.

Whether you’re new to DecoNetwork or a longtime user, this summit creates a rare opportunity to connect with peers, ask questions, and walk away inspired by how others are using technology to transform their print shops.

Join DecoNetwork At The Shirt Lab AI Summit

The Shirt Lab AI Summit 2025 is more than an event; it’s a launchpad for the next wave of innovation in screen printing, embroidery, and apparel decoration. With real-world AI tools and expert guidance, this summit is a must for any decorator looking to future-proof their business.

Join Zach Dewhurst and other DecoNetwork users at M&R Headquarters from August 7-8, 2025, to explore how AI can help you streamline operations, increase sales, and stay ahead in a rapidly changing industry. Don’t just watch the future unfold, be part of shaping it.