Article8 min read Jun 23, 2026People Making a Difference: TAPPI’s 2026 Award WinnersMeet TAPPI's 2026 award winners who exemplify the career paths and leadership opportunities available to you. From Young Professional Division winners to new TAPPI Fellows, discover how early-career professionals are making their mark through technical excellence, volunteer service, and peer leadership. Learn about nomination opportunities (open until August 1) and see how TAPPI recognition can accelerate your professional growth.
Article2 min read Mar 19, 2026Douglas W. Coffin, Ph.D., Named Recipient of TAPPI’s 2026 Gunnar Nicholson Gold Medal AwardHighest TAPPI honor recognizes lifelong scientific achievements
Article1 min read Mar 13, 2025David Schwerbel, Principal of Telos-US, Named Recipient of TAPPI’s Paul W. Magnabosco Outstanding Local Section AwardAchievement award recognizes remarkable leadership and service
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Article7 min read Jun 12, 2023Leading for Change: 2023 TAPPI Award WinnersTAPPI's 2023 National Awards showcase industry excellence with recipients including Stora Enso CEO Annica Bresky as Executive of the Year and five Young Professionals advancing technical innovation. The awards recognize leadership achievements, research contributions, and service excellence across multiple divisions, providing mid-career professionals valuable benchmarking insights and networking opportunities. New TAPPI Fellows demonstrate the career advancement pathways available through active participation, while the TAPPI Journal's Best Research Paper awards highlight cutting-edge developments in sustainable packaging and nonwovens technology that drive industry transformation.
