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Report: Stakeholders Must Coordinate Circularity Efforts as Material Needs Shift

January 26, 2023

In a report titled “Packaging Compass: Evaluating Trends in U.S. Packaging Design,” AMERIPEN and the Packaging Machinery Manufacturers Institute evaluate trends in packaging design and the implications on a circular economy while outlining how coordinated efforts must start now to reach concrete goals over the next 10 years.

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A Conversation With Adrianne Tipton

Chief Technology Officer, Novolex

January 12, 2023

In this expanded interview with FlexPack VOICE®, Novolex Chief Technology Officer Adrianne Tipton offers insights into the future of the flexible packaging industry in 2023.

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Keane: Sustainability Remains Top Concern for FPA Members

December 22, 2022

When it comes to advocating for the flexible packaging industry, the highest priority remains issues surrounding sustainability, says Alison Keane, president and CEO of the Flexible Packaging Association.

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C-P Flexible Packaging Expands Solar Power Initiatives

December 8, 2022

C-P Flexible Packaging recently announced it plans to power half of the company’s U.S. facilities with solar energy by 2025.

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ProAmpac CEO Intends to Double Sales Within Five Years

Greg Tucker Says Sustainability Goals Accelerate, Too

November 22, 2022

ProAmpac intends to double its sales from about $2.5 billion to $5 billion within three to five years and offer a sustainable alternative for all of its products by 2025.

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A Conversation With Fredy Steng

Director of Sales, Strategic Accounts, Berry Global Group Inc.

November 10, 2022

In this expanded interview with FlexPack VOICE®, Berry Global Group Sales Director Fredy Steng offers insights into issues facing the industry in the coming year, including sustainability and government regulations.

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FPA Seminar Offers Tips for Students

Sal Pellingra Advises Students During Summer Sustainability Presentation

October 25, 2022

FPA’s virtual summer internship program connects college students with mentors and leaders to help build the future of the industry.

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FPA Plans FlexPack Crash Course at PACK EXPO International

FPA Leader Alison Keane Also to Give Address at Conference

October 11, 2022

PACK EXPO International offers several opportunities for attendees to learn about new and evolving aspects of the flexible packaging industry.

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Behind the Student Winners of FPA’s Packaging Contest

Gary Borges Reflects on Working With Students at Stout

September 27, 2022

Gary Borges, who worked as a product development manager with Printpack, now teaches at the University of Wisconsin-Stout, where students swept the awards in the Flexible Packaging Association’s annual Student Design Challenge.

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Liquibox CEO Coaches Students on Finding Purpose

The ‘Big P’ Has Helped His Company Grow, Ken Swanson Says

September 13, 2022

In 2013, Ken Swanson had just taken the job of CEO at Liquibox when it hit him while working late one night that he might have made a big mistake. Eventually, he decided to develop a purpose-driven organization.

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Meet the FPA Staff

A conversation With Abigail Trumpy, FPA director, regulatory affairs

August 25, 2022

Continuing the “Meet the FPA Staff” series, FlexPack VOICE® sits down with Abigail Trumpy, FPA director, regulatory affairs.

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Creating a Personal Board of Directors

ELC Member Kasie Fairbarn Advises Students on How to Seek Guidance Early on in Their Careers

August 11, 2022

At the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, one FPA ELC member was looking for a better way to thrive, which led to creating a personal board of directors.

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Meet the FPA Staff

A Conversation with Sam Schlaich, FPA Counsel, Government Affairs

July 28, 2022

Continuing the Meet the FPA Staff series, FlexPack VOICE® catches up with Sam Schlaich, FPA counsel, government affairs.

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A Conversation With Ken Swanson

CEO, Liquibox

July 14, 2022

In this expanded interview with FlexPack VOICE®, Liquibox CEO Ken Swanson talks about his experiences in flexibles and offers insight into the workforce landscape.

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ProAmpac: Trends Drive Healthcare Product Packaging

June 9, 2022

ProAmpac identified major trends following two years of the COVID-19 pandemic. Ron Fasano, ProAmpac’s vice president of sales, healthcare, discusses those trends.

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Pennsylvania Facility to Convert Plastics into Feedstock

May 26, 2022

A Texas company is investing $1.1 billion in an advanced manufacturing facility in Pennsylvania to convert post-consumer plastic materials into feedstock for new products.

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A Conversation With Andrew Wheeler

President, Windmoeller & Hoelscher Corporation

May 12, 2022

In an expanded conversation with FlexPack VOICE®, Windmoeller & Hoelscher Corporation President Andrew Wheeler offers career advice and other insights.

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FPA ELC Launches Marketing Campaign, Plans Summer Series

April 21, 2022

ELC members tout flexible packaging careers and the industry’s future, and look forward to the return of the virtual summer internship program.

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Meet the FPA Staff

A Conversation with Debbie Curry, FPA Director of Accounting and Administrative Operations

April 7, 2022

Debbie Curry, FPA director of accounting and administrative operations, brings a family-first mentality to the association and her community.

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April Conference in Austin Brings TAPPI and FPA Together Again

March 24, 2022

The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) is a media partner for TAPPI International’s upcoming 2022 FlexPack PLACE Conference next month in Austin, Texas, in a live, in-person event.