unPACKed with PMMI

This episode of unPACKed with PMMI dives into the remarkable journey of Kim Kizer in the packaging industry. Kim's story is a testament to the power of hard work, determination, and breaking through barriers. In a candid conversation, we'll explore her path from a temp worker to a Vice President at CCL Containers, defying expectations and embracing leadership in a traditionally male-dominated field.

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In this episode Donna Ritson, President, DDR Communications joins the pod to discuss the rising threat of cyber-attacks in manufacturing. She discusses various attack strategies, including phishing and ransomware, and highlights the vulnerability of interconnected networks, stressing the need for comprehensive cybersecurity plans. Tune in to hear about practical steps manufacturers can take to protect themselves from cyber threats,...

In Pt. 2 of Exploring Mexico's Packaging Machinery Market Growth,  we welcome back expert Luis Domenech to explore the intriguing correlation between politics and packaging investments in Mexico. He discusses historical drops in packaging machinery demand during election years due to uncertainty. Luis delves into Mexico's transition to democracy and how ideology shifts have affected investment patterns and assess whether ...

Join us for an insightful two-part podcast series as we dive into the astounding growth of Mexico's packaging machinery market. In this episode, (part 1), we sit down with industry expert Luis Domenech, Managing Director at Market Intelligence Latin America, to uncover the factors behind the market's 25% growth in 2022 and its reliance on U.S. and Canadian investments. Discover how innovation and collaboration have driven...

In this episode, we're joined by Laura Thompson, PMMI’s Vice President of Trade Shows, to give you an insider's look at what's in store for attendees and exhibitors at the upcoming PACK EXPO Las Vegas.

With less than a month to go, excitement is building for the
largest PACK EXPO Las Vegas in its show  history. Thompson walks us through the latest innovations,
must-see attractions, and timeless favor...

Join us as we dive into the ultimate episode for PACK EXPO Las Vegas success! With 2,000+ exhibitors, this trade show can be overwhelming, but fear not. Seasoned engineer Ervin Hardee from Procter and Gamble shares his winning strategy – from pre-show prep to on-site execution. Tune in to discover his golden advice for maximizing each day of the show. Whether you're a rookie or a veteran, Ervin's insights will help you co...

Guests: Nancy Wilson, the CEO of Morrison Container Handling Solutions and Melanie Denny, a personal branding consultant and self-marketing expert

In this episode, we delve into the world of networking within the packaging and processing industry. The Packaging and Processing Women’s Leadership Network, powered by PMMI, has launched a series of educational Learning Circles, and this one focuses on the essential skills that can prope...

Guests: Scott Algeier, Executive Director of the Information Technology – Information Sharing and Analysis Center (IT-ISAC) and Executive Director of the Food and Agriculture – Information Sharing and Analysis Center and Paul Hershberger, Cyber Command Center Leader, Cargill

In this episode, we explore the ever-evolving realm of cybersecurity threats impacting our food producers. With bad actors continuously advancing their tactics ...

Guest: Aaron Hand, Aaron Hand, Editor-in-Chief, ProFood World

In this episode, we discuss the surprising carbon dioxide shortage and its potential ramifications on carbonated beverages, sparkling waters, beers, and hard seltzers. Pro Food World’s Aaron Hand joins unPACKed and unravels the causes behind this increasingly hushed global crisis.

Discover the factors contributing to the CO2 scarcity and its current effects on th...

Sustainability Central is a new, must-see destination at PACK EXPO Las Vegas, curated by Fuseneo. The area’s goal is to help guide attendees and exhibitors alike through a complete understanding of how to achieve packaging sustainability. Brent Lindberg from Fuseneo breaks down the six key areas — design, materials, recovery, logistics, manufacturing, and analytics — while also giving us a taste of what the ”Taking it to the Street...

PMMI’s ANSI B155.1 2023 Safety Requirements for Packaging and Processing Machinery standard helps mitigate risk for packaging and processing companies. On this episode Bruce Main joins the podcasts to discuss the latest update to the PMMI standard, but not before he breaks down exactly what the difference is between regulations like edicts from OSHA or the EU and standards like the aforementioned ANSI B155.1.

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Circularity is an important aspect of sustainability, aiming to keep materials and resources in use through multiple cycles. While thermoforms can be recycled, the current recycling rates are relatively low, presenting an opportunity for improvement. Zach Muscato explains how incorporating more post-consumer recycled (PCR) content is crucial, but requires increased demand and consumer education. He adds that accessible and equitabl...

The days of companies holding all the power in the recruitment of talent are long over. Thad Price explores an area of workforce unPACKed with PMMI rarely touches on: the expense around recruiting, hiring, and onboarding. Essentially it's crucial to pitch your company as a great place to work, whereas in the past, the onus was on the potential hire to sell themselves. 

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Renowned futurist Daniel Burrus discusses change vs. transformation, among other topics that will dictate the business landscape going forward. The Blackberry, for example, brought change, but the iPhone and the advent of true smartphone technologies initiated a transformation in the way we live and work. It’s a fascinating listen with someone who researches where we will be vs where we currently are and his input is truly helpful ...

Former PMMI Chairman and current CEO Coach Rich Barr discuss his time working with Entrepreneurial Operating Systems. Often used interchangeably with Traction, Barr breaks down EOS as an operating system for your business that is people-centric, high on accountability, and very high on creating rhythm. Putting people in the right positions to succeed, which obviously every business needs. 

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Fresh off his best selling book “Zconomy: How Gen Z Will Change the Future of Business―and What to Do About It,” Jason Dorsey bring his years of experience studying generation kinetics to filter out the noise of generations and how they work and lays out plainly how everyone from baby boomers to millennials need to adapt to work with each other for the common goal that is good business practices.

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PMMI's Director of Custom Research Rebecca Marquez closes the loop on her ground-breaking research project with AMERIPEN, returning to unPACKed to highlight the many ways federal and state legislation will drive sustainability in your state and across the U.S. More importantly, she discusses how laws will impact OEMs and CPGs and what each should be doing now to prepare for inevitable change around Extended Producer Responsibi...

PMMI's Director of Custom Research Rebecca Marquez returns to the unPACKed microphone to discuss the findings from her comprehensive collaboration with AMERIPEN: “2023 Packaging Compass: Evaluating Trends in U.S. Packaging Design Over the Next Decade and Implications for the Future of a Circular Packaging System.” In Part One of this Chat, Rebecca takes us through the most important findings from the report. Be on the lookout ...

Sustainability and supply chain, supply chain and sustainability. Over the past three years not a month has gone by where unPACKed didn't touch on one or both of these two issues. This episode approaches the issues from an entirely new angle.  Matthew Wright from Specright explains that the devil is in the data, and with proper data tools and management, companies can anticipate supply chain issues and thus increase sustainabi...