July/Aug 2025

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Redefining Recycling

Redefining Recycling

Recycling Open House spotlights groups working to improve plastics recycling

August 28, 2025

The annual Recycling Open House sponsored by the Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) concluded on August 20 after leaders at 11 organizations gave presentations about their efforts to promote the recyclability of plastic products. The open house was the second in a two-part forum, with the first part held on August 13. The August 20 event […]

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Preview: PACK EXPO Las Vegas

Preview: PACK EXPO Las Vegas

Several EPR and Regulatory Updates Expected

August 14, 2025

Explore key sessions at PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2025 that will dive into the issues that matter most across the industry.

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RIT and Cal-Poly Sweep FPA Student Design Contest

RIT and Cal-Poly Sweep FPA Student Design Contest

This Competition Prepares Students for an Evolving Flexible Packaging Industry

July 17, 2025

Established by the Flexible Packaging Association (FPA), the contest allows students to apply their skills to real-world challenges.

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FPA’s ELC Explores Workforce Development Questions

FPA’s ELC Explores Workforce Development Questions

Members of the Emerging Leadership Council Discuss How to Build the Talent Pipeline

July 3, 2025

The July/August 2025 edition of FlexPack VOICE® magazine, produced by the Flexible Packaging Association (FPA), focuses on workforce development. As the new co-chair of FPA’s Emerging Leadership Council (ELC), I checked in with the leaders of the ELC’s newly reorganized committees to get their insights on the topic.

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Training the Workforce of Tomorrow

Training the Workforce of Tomorrow

Packaging Program Council Seeks Ways to Improve Packaging Degrees at Colleges and Universities

July/Aug 2025

Dwight Schmidt has spent decades in the paper packaging industry, accumulating knowledge and connections that have included being on the industry advisory board for the Michigan State University (MSU) School of Packaging.  About six years ago, Michigan State asked him to help find a new packaging program director, which led him to Matthew Daum, Ph.D., […]

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A Closer Look at Alana Carr

A Closer Look at Alana Carr

Alana Carr, Inside Sales and Marketing Manager, Hosokawa Alpine American, Inc.

July/Aug 2025

In this issue, we interview Alana Carr, inside sales and marketing manager at Hosokawa Alpine American, Inc., and co-chair of the Emerging Leadership Council.

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EU Grapples With Changing Rules

EU Grapples With Changing Rules

Flexible Packaging Europe Steers Industry Through New Regulations

July/Aug 2025

The flexible packaging sector welcomes the step toward harmonizing rules on the continent, according to Guido Aufdemkamp, executive director of Flexible Packaging Europe, an industry trade association based in Düsseldorf, Germany. The association, which is the European counterpart to the Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) in the U.S., represents more than 85 flexible packaging manufacturers operating more than 350 plants and generating more than 19 billion euros in annual revenue, or about $20.5 billion.

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Revamping and Streamlining

Revamping and Streamlining

The ELC’s New Leaders Plot Path for 2025 and Beyond

July/Aug 2025

The Emerging Leadership Council (ELC) wants to advance the priorities of the Flexible Packaging Association and also promote the opportunities that the ELC can provide dedicated participants

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Labor Changes Under Trump

July/Aug 2025

When Donald J. Trump was reelected president, we expected a significant shift from the Biden administration policies. We did not expect the massive change that has rocked the federal government.

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Collaboration Should Be a Sustainability Goal

Collaboration Should Be a Sustainability Goal

July/Aug 2025

Food and beverage brands should seek inspiration and innovation beyond their organization. By collaborating with equipment suppliers, supply chain partners, retailers, and even competitor brands, companies can set common sustainability goals, pool resources, and make a far more significant impact than they could individually.

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SPMC® Advances Knowledge to Strengthen the Workforce

SPMC® Advances Knowledge to Strengthen the Workforce

July/Aug 2025

In an industry where precision, performance, and regulatory rigor are nonnegotiable, the value of workforce knowledge cannot be overstated. That’s why, for over 30 years, the member companies of the Sterilization Packaging Manufacturers Council (SPMC®) have applied their expertise to educate and empower packaging professionals on issues that can impact the safety and sterility of medical packaging.

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FPA Keeps You on Top of Industry Trends

FPA Keeps You on Top of Industry Trends

July/Aug 2025

The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) plays a crucial role by gathering, analyzing, and disseminating key industry and economic data. This information provides valuable insights into the health and performance of essential industry attributes.

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Off to Work We Go!

July/Aug 2025

The Flexible Packaging Association is focused on workforce development in this issue of FlexPack VOICE®.

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FPA Adds New Associate Members With Different Products and Services

FPA Adds New Associate Members With Different Products and Services

All Five Companies Make Materials, Equipment, or Supplies Related to the Flexible Packaging Industry

June 30, 2025

The five companies are growing the Flexible Packaging Association’s membership base in a member category set aside for companies that make materials, equipment, or supplies related to the flexible packaging industry.

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