unPACKed with PMMI
We share the latest packaging and processing industry insights, research and innovations to help you advance your business. Search for unPACKed with PMMI en español, our new podcast created by and for the Latin American market!
Episodes
Recorded at PMMI’s Young Professionals Conference, this episode dives into how today’s leaders can find balance between ambition, rest, and mental well-being. Motivational speaker Justin Jackola offers real-world ideas for managing stress, setting healthy boundaries, and building habits that help you recharge without losing momentum in your career.
In this episode, Greg Berguig, President, PAC Machinery, discusses the shift to sustainable packaging and what it means for legacy equipment, costs, and collaboration across the supply chain. He shares insights on the challenges, opportunities, and innovations shaping the future of sustainable materials in packaging.
PACK EXPO East returns to Philly in February 2026. It’s your east coast connection for packaging and processing solut...
In this episode, we’re joined by Laura Thompson, PMMI’s VP of Trade Show, to get the inside scoop on what’s ahead at PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2025. This year marks the show’s 30th anniversary and its first time passing one million net square feet. Laura walks us through what to expect, from bigger pavilions and guided tours to the newest breakthroughs in automation, robotics, and AI.
In this episode, Jake Hall, The Manufacturing Millennial, joins Sean to challenge outdated views of packaging and processing. He highlights how robotics, automation, and digital skills are reshaping the industry, why robots save jobs rather than replace them, and how manufacturers can use social media and community outreach to attract the next generation of talent.
PACK EXPO East returns to Philly in February 2026. It’s your east co...
In this episode, Rebecca Marquez returns to share strategies for tackling the workforce crisis in manufacturing. From smarter operator training and AI insights to intuitive machine design and OEM collaboration, learn how to prepare for the next five years—and how PACK EXPO Las Vegas can help turn these strategies into action.
PACK EXPO East returns to Philly in February 2026. It’s your east coast connection for packaging and process...
In this episode, PACK EXPO Veteran Robby Martin shares practical advice on when and how to start show prep, how exhibitor outreach can make or break a connection, and why personalization beats mass email blasts. This episode is packed with actionable ways to stand out on a crowded show floor.
PACK EXPO East returns to Philly in February 2026. It’s your east coast connection for packaging and processing solutions. Be there to c...
In this episode from Through the Line, a new PMMI Media Group podcast, Packaging World Chief Editor Matt Reynolds talks about the evolving e-commerce landscape and its impact on packaging – exploring key findings from PW’s annual outlook report and highlighting growing complexity, shrinking margins, and the rising importance of sustainability, durability, and design in direct-to-consumer packaging.
PMMI’s Director of Custom Research, Rebecca Marquez, joins the pod to discuss how sustainability is transforming packaging machinery—from adaptable equipment to consumer and regulatory pressures. She shares trends, OEM challenges, and tips for PACK EXPO Las Vegas exhibitors to spotlight their sustainable solutions.
New in 2025! The PACK EXPO Sustainability Tours are a curated experience designed for CPG brand owners who are activel...
As part of our Learning Circle series, Amber Miller of PMMI Media Group hosts a special Packaging & Processing Women’s Leadership Network conversation on how women in manufacturing can get the most out of trade shows. The discussion covers preparation, confident networking, and impactful follow-up, offering practical tips to boost ROI and build lasting connections.
PACK EXPO East returns to Philly in February 2026. It’s your eas...
In this episode, Lauren unpacks today’s economic trends — from tariffs and inflation to labor challenges — and why ITR remains optimistic about future growth. Plus, what businesses should know about a potential 2030s downturn.
PACK EXPO East returns to Philly in February 2026. It’s your east coast connection for packaging and processing solutions. Be there to catch up on the latest industry advances, connect with suppliers and...
Mary Johnson, a veteran marketer at Amcor, discusses how her team leverages PACK EXPO’s Customer Invite Program (CIP) and a multi-channel strategy to drive booth traffic, track engagement, and energize sales teams. She emphasizes the importance of early outreach, fresh booth experiences, and PMMI’s exhibitor tools to connect with your audience.
PACK EXPO East returns to Philly in February 2026. It’s your east coast connect...
In this episode, Joel Fischer from AMETEK MOCON discusses how consumer demand is driving sustainable packaging innovations like compostable papers and bio-fillers. He highlights industry collaborations and offers insights on balancing sustainability with functionality and infrastructure.
PACK EXPO East returns to Philly in February 2026. It’s your east coast connection for packaging and processing solutions. Be there to catch ...
In this episode, Amber Miller and Jen Krepelka of PMMI Media Group share pre-show marketing strategies to boost booth traffic ahead of PACK EXPO Las Vegas. They offer tips on digital targeting, email campaigns, and post-show follow-up to help exhibitors maximize engagement before, during, and after the event.
PACK EXPO East returns to Philly in February 2026. It’s your east coast connection for packaging and processing solutions.&nb...
In this episode, Business leader Richard Bryan shares his experience reviving a family business and offers practical advice on succession planning. He explains why many avoid it, how to start by defining future goals, and why job scorecards beat traditional descriptions. Bryan also outlines four key succession paths and ways to plan without feeling overwhelmed.
PACK EXPO East returns to Philly in February 2026. It’s your east coast ...
In this episode, Digital leadership expert Erik Qualman shares his STAMP framework-Simple, True, Act, Map, People-for thriving in a rapidly changing world. He urges leaders to embrace AI as “co-intelligence,” stay focused on what matters, and lead with clarity and purpose in the digital age.
PACK EXPO East returns to Philly in February 2026. It’s your east coast connection for packaging and processing solutions. Be there to ca...
In this episode, as part of our ongoing Learning Circle series, Packaging and Processing Women’s Leadership Network (PPWLN) leader Jan Tharp and organizational psychologist Dr. Cranla Warren join the pod to discuss emotional intelligence (EI) and its unique value for women. Tune in and discover strategies to balance empathy with authority, manage emotions effectively, and foster authentic connections.
In this episode, Lindsay Bridenbaker, PepsiCo’s Senior Director of Packaging R&D, discusses building the future packaging workforce through STEM education and programs like the PACK Challenge at PACK EXPO International. She highlights PepsiCo’s role in mentoring young engineers and how innovation and sustainability are shaping STEM careers.
PACK EXPO East returns to Philly in February 2026. It’s your east coast connect...
In this episode, we chat with Andy Lomasky, PMMI’s Senior Director of IT, as he discusses the growing shift toward multi-cloud strategies to boost security, flexibility, and resilience. He shares firsthand insights on the challenges and benefits of modernizing cloud infrastructure.
PACK EXPO East returns to Philly in February 2026. It’s your east coast connection for packaging and processing solutions. Be there to catch up on ...
In this episode, Jorge Izquierdo, PMMI’s VP of Market Development, shares insights from the latest Contract Packaging report, highlighting the sector’s growth and support for CPGs. He discusses trends like automation, E-commerce, sustainability, and the push for flexible, user-friendly, and recyclable solutions.
PACK EXPO East returns to Philly in February 2026. It’s your east coast connection for packaging and processing solutions....
In this episode, Laura Thompson, PMMI’s VP of Trade Shows, discusses PACK EXPO’s expansion to Atlanta, chosen for its strategic location and industry reach. She previews hands-on demos, sustainability efforts, and networking, plus tools like My Show Planner and PACK Match to optimize the experience.
PACK EXPO East returns to Philly in February 2026. It’s your east coast connection for packaging and processing solutions. Be the...
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