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Spring ASPI Meeting ‘Wows’ Attendees
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Spring ASPI Meeting ‘Wows’ Attendees

ASPI's Spring Meeting 2025 showcased strategic leadership insights from industry executives, featuring award winners Arsen Kitch of Clearwater Paper and Bill Edwards of Domtar. The conference emphasized workplace safety leadership through expert presentations on safety culture maturity models and risk reduction strategies. Mid-career professionals gained valuable benchmarking insights from senior leaders at Graphic Packaging International and Green Bay Packaging, while networking opportunities facilitated leadership development connections. The upcoming Fall Meeting hosted by Smurfit Westrock in Atlanta promises continued executive insights into strategic direction and supplier alignment for operations managers and R&D leaders seeking advanced industry perspectives.

Registration Is Now Open for TAPPICon® 2026
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Registration Is Now Open for TAPPICon® 2026

TAPPICon 2026, the premier forest products industry conference, opens registration for April 26-29 in Columbus, Ohio. This flagship event delivers actionable learning through a reimagined three-day format: Mill Monday for practical solutions, Technical Tuesday for deep-dive technical sessions, and Workshop Wednesday for interactive skill-building. Mid-career professionals gain comprehensive industry coverage spanning pulp, paper, packaging, and emerging biobased materials. The conference offers unmatched networking opportunities with mill leaders, suppliers, and innovators while providing future-focused insights on sustainability, operational efficiency, and workforce development. Early bird registration discounts are available for this essential professional development opportunity.

STAR - November 2025 - General Announcements
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STAR - November 2025 - General Announcements

TAPPI makes standards development accessible for experienced professionals looking to advance their technical leadership. Whether you have a general concept or substantial draft, the streamlined submission process connects you with relevant committees and expert guidance. Submit new ideas through the online form or send drafts directly to standards@tappi.org for personalized review. The Standards Manager provides dedicated support throughout development, approval, and finalization. Contributing to industry standards enhances your professional credibility, expands your network, and demonstrates technical expertise to employers while directly impacting industry practices.

STAR - November 2025 - Did You Know
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STAR - November 2025 - Did You Know

Mid-career professionals seeking technical leadership roles can advance their expertise by participating in TAPPI Standards development through Standard-Specific Interest Groups (SSIGs). While industry standards drafts are publicly available for review, voting privileges require SSIG membership for each relevant standard. This engagement opportunity allows plant managers, R&D leads, and operations professionals to influence industry benchmarks, demonstrate technical leadership to employers, and build credibility within their specialization areas. Join multiple SSIGs based on your technical focus areas through TAPPI's organized subject categories to maximize your impact on industry standards development.

Surface Treatment – From History to Modern Customized Solutions and Their Environmental Footprint Webinar
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Surface Treatment – From History to Modern Customized Solutions and Their Environmental Footprint Webinar

Join this essential flexible packaging webinar on October 28, 2025, focusing on surface treatment technologies for reliable adhesion and print quality across diverse substrates. Perfect for young professionals in packaging and converting industries, this 30-minute session covers key activation methods with emphasis on extrusion coating, combining historical context with current industrial practice. Learn critical technical skills that enhance your professional development in flexible packaging applications. Registration required for this targeted training opportunity that builds expertise in surface treatment solutions and their environmental impact considerations.

TAPPI - Over The Wire - October 30, 2025
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TAPPI - Over The Wire - October 30, 2025

Join this essential flexible packaging webinar on October 28, 2025, focusing on surface treatment technologies for reliable adhesion and print quality across diverse substrates. Perfect for young professionals in packaging and converting industries, this 30-minute session covers key activation methods with emphasis on extrusion coating, combining historical context with current industrial practice. Learn critical technical skills that enhance your professional development in flexible packaging applications. Registration required for this targeted training opportunity that builds expertise in surface treatment solutions and their environmental impact considerations.

STAR - October 2025 - TAPPI TIPs Under Review
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STAR - October 2025 - TAPPI TIPs Under Review

TAPPI announces new Technical Information Paper (TIP) 0402-28 for corrosion and materials engineering professionals, focusing on guidelines for inspecting used fiber-reinforced plastics (FRP). This working group opportunity targets mid-career professionals seeking advanced technical insights and leadership development in materials engineering. The review process offers experienced plant managers, R&D leads, and operations professionals a chance to contribute to industry standards while building expertise in FRP inspection protocols. Participation provides valuable benchmarking opportunities and professional recognition within the TAPPI technical community. Contact tip@tappi.org to join this specialized working group and advance your materials engineering leadership credentials.