Packaging Summit Expo and Conference focuses on critical packaging actions

The Packaging Summit Expo and Conference – taking place May 15-17, 2007 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois and sponsored by the Institute of Packaging Professionals (IoPP) – includes a conference program focused on packaging innovation, sustainability, global impact and outsourcing.

Mar 12, 2007

Hear these experts on today’s key packaging issues -

- Wal-Mart’s Matt Kistler, VP Packaging and Product Development . . . details the sustainability scorecard and runs a “hands-on” demonstration.
- Estee Lauder’s John Delfausse, VP Packaging Development . . . examines how to move sustainable packaging from idea to implementation.
- The International Trade Center’s Pierre Picot, Senior Consultant International Packaging . . .tells you how European Union regulations are reshaping packaging.
- US Foodservice’s Jane Chase CPP, VP Packaging Development . . . four steps to managing packaging innovation.

Plus more than a dozen other speakers tackling critical drivers that influence your packaging decisions.

For detailed Conference Agenda, visit www.pkgsummit.com.

…And at the Expo:
- Material and container developments. Current developments in base materials such as paperboard, plastics and other packaging materials and container formats.
- Live Product Demonstrations, including Wal-Mart’s Sustainability Scorecard and Virtual Trade Show
- Innovative Designs in the Hall of Packaging Excellence

Gain insight. Ideas into action.

Register now! Go to www.pkgsummit.com.

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