Highlights of the Program
2 days business program:
Learn from real-world case studies by industry leaders.
SHOWCASING INNOVATION:
Discover the latest technology and techniques from across the industry.
leaders talk:
Hear from top-level experts about how to stay ahead in a fast-changing industry.
MULTIPLE STREAMS:
A business program that is multi-disciplinary, giving you a broad view of the industry.
SMART TECHNOLOGIES:
Explore the latest smart and AI-driven solutions, and see how they can be used in your business.
roundtable discussion:
Join talks with industry peers. Share ideas, make connections, and find new partners.
Program
Day 1 :
MONDAY, October 26, 2026
08:30 - 09:30
REGISTRATION AND MORNING REFRESHMENTS
09:30 - 09:40
OPENING ADDRESS
09:40 - 10:05
HOW DO YOU KNOW WHEN YOU HAVE A SUCCESSFUL CHEMICAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAM?
Carolyn Wesolek
BSI Group
- Exploring key elements of chemical safety from inventory control to hazard classification and labeling
- Understanding how OSHA and environmental compliance are supported through training and SOPs
- Learning from case studies and practical tools to improve chemical storage, handling, and reporting
10:05 - 10:10
Q&A SESSION ON BUILDING A STRONG CHEMICAL SAFETY MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
10:10 - 10:40
SPEED NETWORKING SESSION
- Exchange business cards and get connected in short one-to-one meetings
- Start the conversation to arrange a more formal meeting later on in the conference
- Share your professional background and discuss your biggest business issues – don't forget your business cards!
10:40 - 11:00
MORNING COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA
11:00 - 11:30
PANEL DISCUSSION ON THE NEXT FRONTIER IN SUSTAINABLE PAPER PACKAGING: INNOVATIONS, MATERIALS, AND MARKET READINESS
- Improving domestic compostable foodware, unlock cup recycling, and secure high-grade PCR fiber
- Advancing next-gen fiber materials, collaborative scaling, and cost-performance balance in packaging
- Mobilizing co-packers to trial durable low-carbon substrates, curb waste, and enable agile e-commerce
| Jenn Pinkerton
| Coherent Market Insight
| Peoria Production Solutions
11:30 - 11:55
COATING FOR THE FUTURE
Joe Jankowski
TotalEnergies Corbion
- Reviewing the latest LCA findings showing improved environmental performance in coating technologies
- Advance technical progress in emulsions and compounds with updated performance data and results
- Understanding how evolving laws on bioplastics and compostables are shaping future coating strategies
11:55 - 12:00
Q&A SESSION ON FUTURE-READY COATING INNOVATIONS AND COMPLIANCE
12:00 - 12:25
MANUFACTURING OF THE FUTURE
Nichole Brunson
Schneider Electric
- Showcasing how to future-proof operations by building resilience and responsiveness into your systems
- Demonstrating how IT and OT integration can drive smarter and more data-informed decisions
- Forecasting how a more agile and empowered workforce can accelerate innovation on the factory floor
12:25 - 12:30
Q&A SESSION ON FUTURE-PROOFING ADVANCED MANUFACTURING STRATEGIES
12:30 - 13:30
NETWORKING LUNCH AND VISITING THE PAPER AND PULP SUMMIT EXHIBITION
13:30 - 13:55
PAPER LABELS AND THE INDUSTRY OUTLOOK
Tim Bohlke
Resource Label Group
- Examining why paper is preferred for certain products and how design trends are evolving in labels
- Addressing how partnerships, such as with APR, are advancing sustainability in labeling practices
- Mapping where the paper label market is headed and how major players are shaping the future
13:55 - 14:00
Q&A SESSION ON TRENDS SHAPING THE FUTURE OF PAPER LABELS
14:00 - 14:25
ARE ALL NON-WOOD PAPERS SPECIALTY PAPERS
Mark Lewis
Sustainable Fiber Technologies
- Tracking fiber shortages and why non-wood sources offer higher yield and greater availability
- Understanding how ag-residue-based papers provide better strength and support lighter packaging
- Clarifying how alternative fibers enable scalable production and sustainable material use in pulp systems
14:25 - 14:30
Q&A SESSION ON NON-WOOD FIBERS AND PAPER PERFORMANCE INSIGHTS
14:30 - 14:55
REVOLUTIONIZING PACKAGING: HOW EDIBEL’S INNOVATIONS ARE SHAPING THE FUTURE OF SUSTAINABLE FIBER
Catherine Genzer
Edibel USA Packaging Solutions Inc.
- Outlining structural breakthroughs in molded fiber that offer high durability and design flexibility
- Comparing how Edibel’s patented process cuts costs through automation and water recovery innovations
- Exploring new biodegradable and compostable materials that eliminate the need for plastic packaging
14:55 - 15:00
Q&A SESSION ON EDIBEL’S ADVANCES IN FIBER-BASED PACKAGING DESIGN
15:00 - 15:30
AFTERNOON COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA
15:30 - 15:55
WHAT’S NOW, NEXT, AND FUTURE IN PACKAGING INNOVATION?
Jamie Stone
PA Consulting
- Reviewing how packaging trends are evolving across personalization, sustainability, and performance
- Analyzing consumer perception of eco-friendly choices and their willingness to pay for innovation
- Learning which post-plastic technologies are scalable and how leading companies are adapting to change
15:55 - 16:00
Q&A SESSION ON FUTURE TRENDS IN PACKAGING INNOVATION
16:00 - 16:25
INNOVATIONS IN BIODEGRADABLE AND GREEN PAPER MATERIALS
Rogelio Rodriguez
Intercon Paper Solutions
- Evaluating emerging biodegradable coatings replacing polyethylene in common paper-based products
- Analyzing how sustainability-driven material shifts affect production costs and market adoption
- Investigating which green materials are showing the greatest potential and impact across key sectors
16:25 - 16:30
Q&A SESSION ON BIODEGRADABLE AND GREEN PAPER INNOVATIONS
16:30 - 17:00
RESERVED PRESENTATION
17:00 - 18:00
NETWORKING DRINKS RECEPTION
Day 2 :
TUESDAY, October 27, 2026
09:00 - 09:30
MORNING REFRESHMENTS
09:30 - 09:40
OPENING ADDRESS
09:40 - 10:05
FROM FOREST TO FIBRE: UNLOCKING CIRCULAR, CLIMATE-POSITIVE SOLUTIONS THROUGH FSC-CERTIFIED SOURCING
Aruna Kainyande
Forest Stewardship Council
- Highlighting how FSC-certified fibre helps brands meet climate goals while protecting biodiversity
- Reviewing case studies where traceable sourcing strategies align with circular bioeconomy models
- Evaluating how companies can meet ESG targets and regulatory demands through verified sourcing tools
10:05 - 10:10
Q&A SESSION ON FSC-CERTIFIED SOURCING FOR CLIMATE AND CIRCULARITY
10:10 - 10:35
SUSTAINABILITY WITHOUT COMPROMISE: ADVANCING PPE INNOVATION TO MEET THE ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS OF HIGH-RISK MANUFACTURING
Austin Chapman
HexArmor
- Reviewing how HexArmor cuts energy use and waste while designing PPE that never compromises safety
- Learning how durable, repairable gear and take‑back programs reduce impact and support circularity
- Seeing why advanced PPE helps pulp and paper plants meet ambitious 2030 emissions and waste targets
10:35 - 10:40
Q&A SESSION ON SUSTAINABLE PPE INNOVATION FOR HIGH‑RISK MANUFACTURING
10:40 - 11:00
MORNING COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA
11:00 - 11:25
ENVIROMAGIC: HELPING THE PUBLIC SEE THE RESOURCERY IN PAPER AND PULP
Cyril May
Better World Magic
- Showcasing how storytelling and stagecraft can make recycling education more impactful and engaging
- Presenting practical outreach “tricks” that anyone can use to effectively communicate sustainability themes
- Demonstrating how personal creativity and public engagement can drive real change in recycling behavior
11:25 - 11:30
Q&A SESSION ON USING MAGIC TO INSPIRE RECYCLING AWARENESS
11:30 - 12:00
RESERVED PRESENTATION
12:00 - 12:15
FEEDBACK & RAFFLE DRAW
12:15 - 13:30
NETWORKING LUNCH
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