Sustainable Packaging with Cory Connors presented by Atlantic Packaging

Join us on November 6th, 2025, for the third annual Coast Summit, as we celebrate the visionary leaders who are pioneering solutions to some of the most pressing challenges of our time.

This year’s theme, "Healthy People, Healthy Planet," highlights the vital link between personal well-being and environmental regeneration. The Coast Summit brings together leaders from the worlds of sustainability, adventure, business, wellness, and storytelling in a format that blends the energy of a trade show with the insight of a summit.

This isn’t just a gathering—it’s a launchpa...

Join us on November 6th, 2025, for the third annual Coast Summit, as we celebrate the visionary leaders who are pioneering solutions to some of the most pressing challenges of our time.

This year’s theme, "Healthy People, Healthy Planet," highlights the vital link between personal well-being and environmental regeneration. The Coast Summit brings together leaders from the worlds of sustainability, adventure, business, wellness, and storytelling in a format that blends the energy of a trade show with the insight of a summit.

This isn’t just a gathering—it’s a launchpa...

Join us on November 6th, 2025, for the third annual Coast Summit, as we celebrate the visionary leaders who are pioneering solutions to some of the most pressing challenges of our time.

This year’s theme, "Healthy People, Healthy Planet," highlights the vital link between personal well-being and environmental regeneration. The Coast Summit brings together leaders from the worlds of sustainability, adventure, business, wellness, and storytelling in a format that blends the energy of a trade show with the insight of a summit.

This isn’t just a gathering—it’s a launchpa...

https://www.worldpackaging.org/

What an honor to get to interview the president of the World Packaging Organization Luciana Pellegrino 

Join us on November 6th, 2025, for the third annual Coast Summit, as we celebrate the visionary leaders who are pioneering solutions to some of the most pressing challenges of our time.

This year’s theme, "Healthy People, Healthy Planet," highlights the vital link between personal well-being and environmental regeneration. The Coast Summit brings together leaders from the worlds of sustainability, adventure, business, wellness, and storytelling in a format that ble...

https://ampsortation.com/

The future is now with AMP sortation technology using AI tech and more! 

Thank you CEO Tim Stuart for sharing your insights and wisdom about the present day and future of waste sortation. 

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https://kennedygray.com/collections/the-graymont-collection

Check out the latest from this high quality clothing brand and how they partnered with https://anewearthproject.com/pages/our-story to use sustainable packaging for their products. 

Thank you https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevintillis/ and https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyn-tally/ for this great episode! 

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https://www.goodwill.org/

The future is bright with Goodwill Industries International 

Over 4.4 Billion pounds of goods collected just last year! 

How can Goodwill help keep even more out of the landfill? 

Less thank 1% of textiles is recycled and that number could be over 60%! 

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Summary

In this episode of Sustainable Packaging, host Cory Connors interviews Wes Carter, president of Atlantic Packaging, discussing the company's legacy, the impact of Horace Carter, and the evolution of sustainable practices in packaging. They explore the birth of A New Earth Project, emphasizing the importance of consumer demand for sustainability and the integration of health and wellness in the workplace. The conversation highlights the need for collective action in creating a more sustainable future.


Takeaways

Wes Carter emphasizes the importance of legacy in shaping Atlantic...

https://sustainablepackaging.org/events/

It was so much fun and a true honor to get to interview my friend Olga Kachook 

As the Director of the Sustainable Packaging Coalition she has a lot on her plate and is doing amazing work. 

More than just events they are working to solve a lot of sustainability issues and make things even smoother for consumers and business who are trying to do the right thing. 

https://www.coastfilmfestival.com/coast-summit

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I'm her...

https://www.metsagroup.com/metsaboard/

Is paper more sustainable than other packaging materials? 

Thank you again kristen.clark@metsagroup.com 

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Join Us this November 10-12 / 2025 

https://www.packagingsummit.earth/2025

Save 20% with CORYC20 as your code! 

A MUST ATTEND EVENT! See you there. 

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Demo Day for the International Fresh Produce Association new fresh Field Catalyst
Date: Wednesday, August 20, 2025
Time: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM PT
Location: Taylor Building, 150 Main Street, 3rd Floor, Salinas, California, USA

Learn more about the Fresh Field Catalyst program and this year’s cohort here.

https://www.freshproduce.com/resources/technology/fresh-field-catalyst/

Reach Out To : https://www.linkedin.com/in/vonnieestes/

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Paris Packaging Week is not just one of the premier packaging events in the world. 

It's also an opportunity to expand your career and help the younger team members gain recognition and improve their futures. 

Apply for yourself or nominate a team member that under 30 years old 

https://www.parispackagingweek.com/en/future-leaders-form/

Time is running out! 

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Join us at SeeChange'25 this September in Vermont! 

https://www.seechangesessions.com/sept-25/

So thankful to be on the team at Atlantic Packaging and A New Earth Project with Don Meek. 

https://www.atlanticpkg.com/

https://anewearthproject.com/pages/our-story

What's the future of sustainable packaging? 

How can brands get together with Atlantic Packaging and A New Earth Project to make their packaging even more sustainable? 

How will See Change 25 become the place to be to discuss how positive changes can be made in the pack...

https://meadow.global/

What if your lotion could deliver to you in an aluminum can? 

Why are aluminum cans such a sustainable option? 

Is the future of packaging refill? 

Chief Innovation Officer Nick Paget from Meadow Global! 

I first found this innovation online and then met them in Paris to get to actually see how it all works in person. It's an amazing innovation! 

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Why is reusable packaging so important to a more sustainable future? 

https://koor.life/

Award winning innovation that could replace our single use pouches for things like apple sauce and condiments and more! 

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Reach out to eadraper@UW.edu to learn more! 

What does the University Of Washington Pulp and Paper Foundation do? 

How are they helping the packaging industry be more sustainable? 

What is the future of paper packaging? 

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https://mezcalrosaluna.com/

Made with Agave , Water and lots of love! 

How is Mezcal made organically? 

Why are they so unique in their environmentally friendly approach? 

What can other spirits brands learn from them? 

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https://www.thelimeloop.com/

165 Billion Corrugated Boxes shipped daily in the USA, what if they could all be reused instead of recycled right away? 

Do you have a stack of boxes that you would like to sell for reuse? 

Did you know boxes can be reused several times? 

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Thi...

https://eatrotten.com/collections/all-candy

A more natural candy option! 

What if candy could be delicious and more natural? 

60% less sugar! 

Packaging trials and tribulations and more great lessons! 

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https://www.wrigglebrew.com/?srsltid=AfmBOopVAmmjtWDI7xsblPJdkW1vkwd6PfuE-1igD5rnuD0b3IVnLuMZ

How can worms turn plastic into a less expensive fertilizer? 

Sam is the CEO of Wriggle Brew and this episode has some really interesting insights! 

Sam@wrigglebrew.com 

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https://www.3m.com/sustainablepackaging

Connect With Julianne Strunk to learn about the latest from 3M in sustainable packaging 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliannestrunk/

This podcast is sponsored by 3M 

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https://usplasticspact.org/

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What is the US Plastics Pact? 

Who should join the US Plastics Pact? 

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The event is June 25-27 in Dallas: SAVE $200 with the code CCONNORS 

I hope to see you there! Here is the link to register: 

https://www.packagingrecyclingsummit.com/2025/home

Why is the Packaging Recycling Summit a must attend? 

What can be done to make packaging actually recyclable? 

Who will be speaking there and what will they be focusing on? 

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I'm here to help you make your packaging more sustainable! Reach...

https://www.wonderfil.world/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amelia-eichel-92639a16b/

 What if we could refill our items perpetually instead of single use packaging? 

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This episode is very unique as I'm getting interviewed! 

Kimberly Packard reached out to me to ask me about my career path and advice to job hunters and I said, let's make it a podcast! 

How did I get into packaging? 

What is the best advice I've received? 

How can you start a new career journey? 

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I'm here to help you m...

Donate Here to Help buy 1 truck: https://gofund.me/cb4e681d 

Over 36,000 people are part of this association of waste pickers in Kenya and it's a truly impressive story about how they are working to make a circular economy while being healthy and safe and having a living wage. 

So much needs to be done to make this fair! 

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I'm here to help you make your packaging more sustainable! Reach out today and I'll get...

https://www.ranpak.com/

Check out Ranpak today , here is their website and ESG report 

https://www.ranpak.com/sustainability/

How has Ranpak been leading the way in sustainability for over 50 years? 

Why does paper make such a great option for shipping? 

Did you know Ranpak has amazing automation equipment? 

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I'm here to help you make your packaging more sustainable! Reac...

https://www.pregis.com/

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How can packaging help the planet and people? 

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Did you know California is working towards a ban on compostable packaging? 

If we don't act now this may be a huge challenge for compostable packaging in the future. 

It was a true pleasure to interview Rhodes Yepsen the Executive Director of the Biodegradable Products Institute. And there could be a bright future ahead! 

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I'm here to...

https://www.linkedin.com/in/naresh-khanna-5578311/

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Naresh Khanna, has great experience in the world of packaging and an impressive history. We are both members of the IPPO (International Packaging Press Organization) 

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Duration: 00:22:08

https://oceanmade.co/

What if the pot you use to plant in will actually nourish your plants and flowers? 

Why are we using plastic for this when it could be a product that provides value to the soil? 

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-connors/

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https://www.scrappzero.com/
Evan Gwynne Davies  

How are you gathering your data so you can improve? 
What is Scrapp? 
Why are companies lining up to work with Scrapp? 

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https://twistmistaerosols.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennis-ossipov-grodsky/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-barron-6603201/

what if you could ship your aerosol with no chemical propellant? 

What if that could be reused 20-30 times? 

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https://www.ranpak.com/

New Sustainable Packaging machines and materials 

Form'it!™  / Cut'it!™ / Decision Tower™ / Pad'it!™ / Lid'it!™ / FillPak Trident™ / Wrap'it! ™  

What's the latest in sustainable packaging innovations from Ranpak? 

How can you move into semi-automated packaging? 

When are you ready for fully automated packaging equipment? 

Join us at https://www.xpressreg.net/register/pmat0325/landing.asp?ref=attendees Promat! 

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I'm here to help you make your packaging...

https://www.specright.com/

What is Specright? 

How can Specright streamline your operation? 

How important is it that you attend the Specright SPEC Summit? 

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What was it really like to collect his families plastic for the entire year? 

What did they learn from this and how can we share it with the world to have a positive impact? 

How many lessons were learned and surprises? 

Weblinks:

https://www.facebook.com/chicagobrandmuseum

https://www.linkedin.com/company/103739032/admin/dashboard/

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The TFO Event:

https://www.thefutureof-conference.com/

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https://trellis.net/
Sign up today for Circularity 25! https://trellis.net/events/circularity/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jsmieja/

What is the Trellis Group and what do they do to help companies be more sustainable? 

What happened in Busan Korea at the latest Plastics negotiations? 

How can you help today? 

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...

https://www.jujin.nyc/

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How can packaging be luxurious and more sustainable? 

What is this global packaging company working on to help their clients wade through a very challenging future? 

Thank you so much Giovanna Arias for your insights! 

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This pod...

https://www.terracycle.com/en-US/
https://exploreloop.com/en/

One of the best episodes we have produced! 

How has Terracycle innovated in the sustainable packaging space for so many years? 
What is the future of Terracycle and recycling the difficult to recycle? 

We are so thankful to have CEO Tom Szaky back on this show. 

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I'm here to help you make your packaging more sustainable! Reach out today and I'll...

https://www.woola.io/

Did you know that 90% of wool produced is wasted? 
How can they use this "waste" material to make sustainable packaging? 

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-connors/

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be sure to follow their daily newsletter for the latest in packaging 

What is the future of sustainable packaging? 
Is there a real battle brewing between paper and plastic manufactures? 
Can packaging be truly reusable? 

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https://aoramakeup.com/en-us

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nour-tayara-05292ba/

How has Nour Tayara and his co founder created a plastic free brand? 

Can makeup packaging be more sustainable? 

Bright and beautiful makeup and packaging you will want to keep. 

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URGENT DEADLINE is February 12, 2025 
APPLY HERE: https://www.clemson.edu/centers-institutes/fresh/innovation/index.html

Do you ship or have any innovations to ship any of these crops? Check this list: 
https://www.ams.usda.gov/services/grants/scbgp/specialty-crop

Thank you Dr. Andrew Hurley https://www.linkedin.com/in/drandrewhurley/
and Dr. James Sternberg https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-sternberg-b5615831/

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I'm here to help you make your packaging more...

What is the future of sustainable packaging? 

How will packaging be recycled? 

Will reuse take over? 

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https://www.philoand.co/

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/brodievanderdussen/

How is the roll of the packaging designer changing? 
Why are designers so focused on recyclable materials? 
What can Australia teach the rest of the world about sustainability? 

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The First Paper Bottle in the USA 
https://distillery98.com/

How does a paper bottle work? 
What is is really made from? 
Can it be recycled? 

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Sign up today to attend and nominate a future leader! 
https://www.parispackagingweek.com/en/

Connect with Mariia Baranova 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariiabaranova/

Connect with Laurine Friche 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurinefriche/

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https://greenrevival.co/
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Did you know invasive plants can cause forest fires? 
How can these plants be used for good instead? 

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https://www.veterancompost.com/

How did Justen go from combat to compost? 

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How has Scotch Cushion Lock helped this small business be more sustainable?
Why is it such a great space saver?
Did you know customers will be thankful that they don't have to clean up a mess?

https://www.scotchbrand.com/3M/en_US/p/d/cbgbjrus3168/ check out this innovative packaging material

Sponsored by Scotch™ Cushion Lock™

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Interested in using these new pallets? use this link: 
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What if you could reduce your pallet carbon footprint by 76%? 
How about reducing your pallets shipping weight from over 60 pounds to under 15 pounds? 
Did you know these KraftPal pallets are being produced in California? 

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Winners of the https://usplasticspact.org/ 2024 award (1 of 4) 

What is the US Plastics Pact and why is it so valuable to our circular economy? 
How can we make items more recyclable? 
How are they replacing polystyrene with a more recyclable material? 

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Thank you Olga Kachook and Tom Pollok and Tim Sykes for this great episode where we discuss the first time ever co located events in Amsterdam coming this November 11-13 2024 

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First show ever with a co host! This is the introduction to my long time friend and co worker Brodie Vander Dussen. 

What does Gen Z think about sustainable packaging? 
How has social media transformed the need for more sustainable packaging? 
What can we do to be more sustainable as consumers? 

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How has IFCO implemented over 380 million reusable crates? 
How do they get 2.2 Billion uses out of them each year? 
Why is the US Plastics Pact to important? 

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How is selling bracelets helping clean our oceans? 
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What if we could replace Styrofoam with a compostable option? 
How did winning the US Plastics Pact help Bioffex? 
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What is the origin of Extended Producer Responsibility? 
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So exciting to speak with Valerie Hawks about branding and how to speak about sustainable messaging with this next generation. 

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what does the future generation care about? 

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How do we make sure we are in compliance with EPR laws and more? 
What can we do to prepare for future laws? 
Can we get our data organized to make this a more streamlined process? 

Getting to interview Michelle Carvell was a true pleasure and I highly recommend reaching out to her and the team at Lorax EPI 

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Learn about how materials work and how they can actually be more sustainable and circular! 

It was an absolute pleasure to interview my friends Julia and Paul again about their brand new book! 

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Network is key in the world of packaging, thank you IPPO

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How can journalists help companies get their message out there? 

What is the future of sustainable packaging? 

How did Dominique become one of the first female freelance journalists in packaging? 

Dominique’s  love of Trade Fairs - IPPO (ippopress.org) 

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It was an honor to interview Jodie Roussell from Nestle' and to be honest it was one of the best episodes I've done so far. Be sure to check this one out. 

What are the 5 R's that Nestle' focuses on? 
How did they replace 4.5 Billion plastic straws with recyclable paper straws? 
Did you know they implemented reusable packaging for one of their products in Germany that get's up to 100 uses? 

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Mind Shifting Solutions for a circular plastic use 

Interviewing Willemijn was amazing.  She will be speaking at the Sustainable Packaging Summit in Amsterdam this November. 
Get Tickets Here: https://www.packagingsummit.earth/2024

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Apply For These Grants Here:
https://fas.usda.gov/programs/assisting-specialty-crop-exports-asce-initiative
ASCEadmin@usda.gov 

Thank you again to the amazing Alexis Taylor and team at the USDA including Andrew Stephens for making this happen! 

The projects will target such cross-cutting issues as:  

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Like QuickBooks for your waste 
Did you know there are 28,135 recycling schemes in N. America? 
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How is Interseroh helping customers make their packaging easier to recycle?
Why is mono material so important?

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How does World Wildlife Fund affect positive change in sustainable packaging?
Did you know the WWF is working hard with their over 5,000,000 members to improve our planet?
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World Wildlife Fund:

Erin Simon:

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Why is London Packaging Week such an important show?
How do I enter to win an award at the event for my packaging?
Why is sustainable packaging so important to all brands?

Listen as I speak with London Packaging Week organizer Christelle Anya and two of the judges for this years awards including Saul Johnstone from Ba...

Enter the Awards here:
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And be sure to apply for membership at IOPP 

How can you network and grow your potential in packaging? 
who can you reach out to for that new opportunity? 
Why are Ameristar Awards so prestigious? 

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How is this 350 year old company on the cutting edge of specification management?
What are they using Specright for and is it improving their system?
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How can we all get together and learn from each other about the future of sustainable packaging? 
Did you know Packaging Europe and the SPC will co-locate for the first time in Amsterdam? 
November 11 for the SPC and November 12 and 13 for the Sustainable Packaging Summit , both in the same location! 

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What if water could be free? 
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What if all food could be free? 

They have already shipped 350,000 bottles at no charge to the customer while building water wells in areas that didn't have access to water. 

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What's the largest trade show about plastic in North America? 
Did you know over 55,000 people are expected to attend? 
Actual recycling on site! 

The National Plastics Expo 

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What if you could find out what your customers want before you made the investment? 
Maybe they don't want you to make that change? 
They may have a different idea that could improve your sales. 

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How was the packaging school started? 
What are students studying at Clemson in their packaging program? 
How will compostable packaging affect soil? 

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Award winning product Jarbot inventor Chris Bradley and I discuss how important this concept could be for a more circular future. 

What if packaging could be reusable? 

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