But what each of the five inductees has in common transcends any of those differences: generosity of spirit and commitment to education.
PMMI will honor these five industry leaders in a special reception and induction ceremony Sept. 26, 2011, at 4:15 p.m., at the Las Vegas Hilton, which is adjacent to the Las Vegas Convention Center and Pack Expo Las Vegas:
β’ Victor Del Rosso, Hi-Speed Checkweigher (retired)
β’ Lawrence C. Dull, MS, CPP, Packaging Knowledge Group
β’ Arthur Gustafson, Algus Packaging
β’ Thomas L. Schneider, CPP, Industrial & Shippers Supply
β’ M.H. "Pete" Wallace, SWF Machinery (retired)
"Each of this year's inductees is known for the ways he gives of his time to promote the packaging industry and education--mentoring other professionals, serving on local boards of education, leading college-level courses," says Maria Ferrante, vice president, education & workforce development, PMMI.
Proceeds from the reception benefit PMMI's Packaging Education and Training Foundation, which offers scholarships for students in two- or four-year packaging programs.
Individual tickets are available for $75 each and corporate sponsorships range from $1,500 to $3,000. The entire packaging community is invited to support the industry, its leaders and their colleagues. Potential sponsors should contact Maria Ferrante, PMMI, at [email protected] or 703/243-8555 for details.