Article1 min read Feb 26, 2026I’m Leslie Petrie. Here’s my TAPPI story.Hear directly from Leslie Petrie, Vice President of Global Environmental, Health and Safety for International Paper (Retired), and TAPPI member.
Article1 min read Jun 19, 2025Green Bay Packaging Announces Leadership Transition as EVP Bryan Hollenbach Plans RetirementGreen Bay Packaging (GBP) has announced that Bryan Hollenbach, Executive Vice President (EVP), will retire on August 31, 2025. Matt Szymanski, who is currently the Vice President of Mill Operations, will be promoted to EVP and will succeed Hollenbach in this role.
Podcast00:40:03 Apr 2, 2025Better Together: Live @ 2025Student Summit - Ep. 2 "A Swiss Army Knife of Knowledge"Join three Western Michigan University paper engineering students at TAPPI's 2025 Student Summit as they share their networking success stories, co-op experiences, and creative ideas for the industry's future. From toilet paper trivia to seaweed fiber innovations, these young professionals demonstrate how TAPPI involvement accelerates career growth through mentorship, technical skill development, and industry connections. The episode also features University of Maine student Jacob Levesque interviewing TAPPI's Sydney Carraway about standards committee opportunities, revealing how students can gain valuable technical experience, build professional networks, and contribute to industry standards development while still in school.
Article1 min read Jan 16, 2025Read, watch or listen: TAPPI keeps you up-to-date on the latest.Your TAPPI Member benefits give you direct access to info on the industry developments, best practices and trends.
Article1 min read Dec 19, 2024Perennially Popular Paper Making Course Now Open for RegistrationHands-on exercises highlight real-world training advantages
Article1 min read Apr 17, 2024Effectively Achieve Your Tissue Production Goals and Enhance Tissue Machine EfficiencyGet Ready to Roll into Tissue Week May 13-17 in Neenah, WI.
Video00:59:25 Jul 16, 2020Final Women Summit Full VideoDr. Mary Lou Frank, a licensed psychologist and mediation expert, delivers an empowering presentation on leadership resilience for women in technical industries during crisis. Drawing insights from successful female world leaders who managed COVID-19 effectively, she addresses imposter syndrome, emotional intelligence, and self-advocacy strategies. Frank explores how young professionals can overcome self-doubt, leverage natural leadership abilities, and build supportive networks while navigating career challenges. The session combines psychological research with practical tools for professional development, emphasizing the importance of empathy, authentic communication, and recognizing personal accomplishments in building confidence and advancing careers in engineering and technical fields.
