Uber Revolution Pack Summit to analyze disruptive industry trends

Frain Integration will host the Uber Revolution Pack Summit in partnership with the Contract Packaging Association.

Natalie CraigSenior Managing Editor

Sep 6th, 2016

Frain Integration, in partnership with the Contract Packaging Association (CPA) and other industry leaders, will host the Uber Revolution Pack Summit. The summit, held on Wednesday, Sept. 21, will kick off the night before with an executive networking session at Medinah Country Club, Medinah, IL.

The Uber Revolution Pack Summit will host a series of keynote speakers and panel sessions, comprised of industry experts and thought leaders, providing unique perspectives and compelling strategies to overcome disruptive trends within the Packaging Industry in the new Shared Economy.

For details on signing up visit: http://www.fraingroup.com/uber/

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