CMPA selects new management company

The Contract Manufacturing & Packaging Assn. (CMPA) selected Landon, Farrey & Associates (LF&A) as its new management company.

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LF&A will work with CMPA to: 1. Organize events, meetings, and conferences for the educational improvement of its members. 2. Provide opportunities to exchange experiences and opinions through discussion, study, and publications. 3. Acquire and distribute information about the functions and accomplishments of CMPA members. 4. Cooperate with local and regional peer groups of packaging professionals to advance the benefits of utilizing contract packaging in their operations. For more information about CMPA, call 630/544-5053 or visit www.contractpackaging.org. For LF&A, call 630/696-4000. Or e-mail cbarry@landon-farrey.com.

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