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
FPA’s virtual summer internship program connects college students with mentors and leaders to help build the future of the industry.
Read MoreFPA Plans FlexPack Crash Course at PACK EXPO International
FPA Leader Alison Keane Also to Give Address at Conference
PACK EXPO International offers several opportunities for attendees to learn about new and evolving aspects of the flexible packaging industry.
Read MoreBehind the Student Winners of FPA’s Packaging Contest
Gary Borges Reflects on Working With Students at Stout
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.
Read MoreLiquibox CEO Coaches Students on Finding Purpose
The ‘Big P’ Has Helped His Company Grow, Ken Swanson Says
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.
Read MoreMeet the FPA Staff
A conversation With Abigail Trumpy, FPA director, regulatory affairs
Continuing the “Meet the FPA Staff” series, FlexPack VOICE® sits down with Abigail Trumpy, FPA director, regulatory affairs.
Read MoreCreating a Personal Board of Directors
ELC Member Kasie Fairbarn Advises Students on How to Seek Guidance Early on in Their Careers
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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A Conversation with Sam Schlaich, FPA Counsel, Government Affairs
Continuing the Meet the FPA Staff series, FlexPack VOICE® catches up with Sam Schlaich, FPA counsel, government affairs.
Read MoreA Conversation With Ken Swanson
CEO, Liquibox
In this expanded interview with FlexPack VOICE®, Liquibox CEO Ken Swanson talks about his experiences in flexibles and offers insight into the workforce landscape.
Read MoreProAmpac: Trends Drive Healthcare Product Packaging
ProAmpac identified major trends following two years of the COVID-19 pandemic. Ron Fasano, ProAmpac’s vice president of sales, healthcare, discusses those trends.
Read MorePennsylvania Facility to Convert Plastics into Feedstock
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.
Read MoreA Conversation With Andrew Wheeler
President, Windmoeller & Hoelscher Corporation
In an expanded conversation with FlexPack VOICE®, Windmoeller & Hoelscher Corporation President Andrew Wheeler offers career advice and other insights.
Read MoreFPA ELC Launches Marketing Campaign, Plans Summer Series
ELC members tout flexible packaging careers and the industry’s future, and look forward to the return of the virtual summer internship program.
Read MoreMeet the FPA Staff
A Conversation with Debbie Curry, FPA Director of Accounting and Administrative Operations
Debbie Curry, FPA director of accounting and administrative operations, brings a family-first mentality to the association and her community.
Read MoreApril Conference in Austin Brings TAPPI and FPA Together Again
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.
Read MoreA Conversation With Russell Grissett
Vice President and General Manager, Sonoco Flexibles
In this expanded FlexPack VOICE® interview, Russell Grissett, vice president and general manager at Sonoco Flexibles, discusses his background and his journey to Sonoco Flexibles.
Read More3D Testing Could Save Time, Money
The search for packaging alternatives can include cumbersome methods of designing and testing materials under various distribution scenarios. However, a new virtual testing method is looking to change that while saving time and money.
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A Conversation with Dani Diehlmann, Vice President, Communications, FPA
A DC native and equestrian, Dani Diehlmann never expected to find herself in the world of packaging, it has become a career she now cherishes.
Read MoreCurated Exhibit Highlights Packaging Innovations
PACK to the Future Continues in 2022
PACK to the Future brings packaging innovations and turns plenty of heads in Las Vegas.
Read MoreA Conversation With William E. ‘Bill’ Jackson
Chief Technology Officer, Amcor Flexible Packaging
Expanding on our interview in the January/February issue of FlexPack VOICE®, we caught up with Bill Jackson for further insights on the industry.
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