Article1 min read Nov 26, 2025STAR - November 2025 - U.S. TAG to ISO TC 6Senior industry professionals with decades of experience can expand their leadership influence by joining the U.S. Technical Advisory Group to ISO TC 6. This prestigious standards committee offers seasoned executives and retirees meaningful opportunities to shape international paper and pulp industry standards while maintaining their professional relevance. Members contribute specialized expertise to global standardization efforts, mentor emerging professionals, and preserve industry knowledge for future generations. The role provides recognition for career achievements while allowing continued participation in critical industry decisions. To learn more about membership opportunities or express interest in contributing your expertise to international standards development, contact isotc6@tappi.org.
Article1 min read Jun 25, 2025STAR - June 2025 - Did You KnowMid-career professionals in pulp and paper operations can advance their technical leadership by participating in TAPPI Standards balloting through Standard-Specific Interest Groups (SSIGs). While draft standards are publicly available for review, voting rights require SSIG membership for each relevant standard. This participation provides valuable benchmarking opportunities, demonstrates technical expertise to employers, and positions operations managers and R&D leads as industry thought leaders. Each standard maintains its own SSIG, allowing targeted engagement in areas most relevant to your facility or research focus. Join SSIGs through TAPPI's organized subject categories to access voting privileges and contribute to industry standards development.
Article1 min read Mar 26, 2025STAR - March 2025 - U.S. TAG to ISO TC 6Senior industry professionals and legacy leaders are invited to contribute their expertise at the upcoming U.S. TAG TC 6 virtual meeting on March 27, 2025, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM EST. This ISO technical committee meeting offers experienced executives and retirees an opportunity to influence international standards development, maintain their professional relevance, and share decades of knowledge with the next generation. The virtual format addresses travel concerns while enabling continued participation in standards review processes. Agenda materials will be distributed in advance for thorough preparation. Contact isotc6@tappi.org to join this distinguished technical advisory group and extend your industry impact.
