Article1 min read Mar 10, 2026Essity’s Annual Report 2025 - Achieves Highest Margin in Five YearsIncreased sales organically plus further strategic acquisitions
Article1 min read Feb 26, 2026Discover the Transformational Power of Gratitude at Women’s SummitLisa Ryan, CSP to keynote the event at the conclusion of TAPPICon®️ 2026
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.
Article5 min read Feb 12, 2026Paperboard Packaging Council Announces New President and Board ChairThe Paperboard Packaging Council (PPC) enters 2026 with renewed focus and momentum, announcing new leadership while preparing to honor a longtime industry champion at its upcoming Spring Outlook & Strategies Conference in Louisville, KY, from March 25-27, 2026.
Article1 min read Jan 13, 2026Emmanuelle Migneault Appointed as Chief Human Resources Officer at CascadesCascades announces the promotion of Emmanuelle Migneault to Chief Human Resources Officer, effective January 5, 2026, succeeding retiring veteran Maryse Fernet after 38 years of service. Migneault brings 25 years of progressive HR leadership experience at Cascades, including Vice-President Excellence and strategic transformation roles across multiple business sectors. Her appointment reflects Cascades' commitment to developing internal talent pipelines and maintaining organizational excellence culture. The leadership transition demonstrates effective succession planning and retention strategies that mid-career professionals can benchmark for their own organizations, showcasing how strategic HR development drives long-term business performance and employee engagement in manufacturing environments.
Article1 min read Jan 13, 2026Metsä Tissue Appoints New Management TeamMetsä Tissue announces its new management team effective January 1, 2026, led by CEO Sari Pajari-Sederholm and featuring key leadership appointments across commercial, supply chain, operations, finance, and HR divisions. This strategic leadership restructuring positions the tissue manufacturing company to leverage high-quality fresh fiber raw materials, strengthen local production capabilities, and deepen customer relationships. For operations managers and supply chain professionals, this executive transition signals potential shifts in manufacturing strategies, supplier partnerships, and operational excellence initiatives that could impact industry benchmarking and best practices in the tissue paper sector.
Article1 min read Dec 18, 2025Become a Roundtable Speaker at the TAPPI-PIMA Student Summit!Share your expertise, inspire future leaders, and help shape the next generation of talent.
Article1 min read Dec 11, 2025Paperboard Packaging Council Elects Hilda S. Murray of TPC Printing & Packaging as New Board ChairPPC is pleased to announce the election of Hilda S. Murray, Executive Vice President and Owner of TPC Printing & Packaging, as the new Chair of its Board of Directors.
Article1 min read Dec 4, 2025December Deadlines Approaching for TAPPI Division Award NominationsShine the spotlight on your colleagues for their contributions to TAPPI and the industry by nominating them for a TAPPI Division Award.
Article2 min read Nov 20, 2025Changes in Stora Enso’s Group Leadership TeamStora Enso is implementing changes to its Group Leadership Team and organizational structure, effective 1 January 2026. These appointments are designed to strengthen the Group’s strategic focus and operational efficiency as it prepares for the planned demerger of its forest business and the strategic review of its Central European sawmills and building solutions operations.
Article1 min read Nov 6, 2025ICPF Announces Nomination of Bryan Hollenbach to the Circle of Distinguished LeadersThe International Corrugated Packaging Foundation (ICPF), co-sponsored by AICC, The Independent Packaging Association and Fibre Box Association (FBA), is delighted to announce the nomination of Bryan Hollenbach for induction into ICPF’s Circle of Distinguished Leaders.
Article1 min read Nov 6, 2025TAPPI Appoints Lawton Roberts as New President & CEOTAPPI, the leading association for the global pulp, paper, tissue, packaging, and converting industries, announced the appointment of Lawton C. Roberts as its next President and Chief Executive Officer, effective November 3, 2025. Roberts will succeed Larry N. Montague, who is set to retire at the end of the year after 19 years of distinguished leadership.
Article1 min read Oct 23, 2025Mayol is New Chairman for ICPF International Corrugated Packaging Foundation (ICPF) has confirmed that Trent Mayol of Pacific Southwest Container was elected Chairman during the ICPF Board of Directors’ Meeting held recently in Chicago, IL.
Article1 min read Oct 16, 2025Antalis Packaging Appoints Mandy Fleming as National Business Development ManagerAntalis Packaging continues to demonstrate its commitment to growth and excellence and is pleased to announce the appointment of Mandy Fleming as National Business Development Manager.
Article1 min read Oct 16, 2025Women's Summit 2025Join TAPPI's Women's Summit on October 20 in Savannah, GA, co-located with CorrExpo 2025 for maximum networking opportunities. This empowering event features the #AccelerateAction theme, bringing together forest products professionals for practical career development strategies, leadership training, and industry connections. Young professionals will gain actionable insights through interactive sessions and networking with experienced mentors across all career stages. The Summit offers cost-effective professional development that builds technical skills, expands networks, and provides leadership exposure beyond traditional company training. Register now to accelerate your career growth in the pulp, paper, and corrugated industries.
Article3 min read Oct 9, 2025Kyle Chapman Named Barry-Wehmiller CEO, Bob Chapman Continues to Serve as Chairman of the Board Image Source: Barry-Wehmiller Press Release Kyle Chapman Named Barry-Wehmiller CEO, Bob Chapman Continues to Serve as Chairman of the Board Barry-Wehmiller (BW), the 140-year-old, $3.6 billion-plus global platform of industrial and packaging automation, professional services and life sciences technology, today announced that Kyle Chapman will assume the role of CEO, in addition to his existing role as President, effective immediately.Learn more...
Article1 min read Oct 7, 2025Women’s Summit 2025 Co-Locating with TAPPI CorrExpoWomen's Summit at CorrExpo, October 20.
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Article1 min read Sep 18, 2025Pixelle Specialty Solutions Board of Directors Appoints Julie Schertell as CEOThe Board of Directors for Pixelle Specialty Solutions (“Pixelle” or “the Company”) announced the appointment of Julie Schertell as CEO of Pixelle. Ms. Schertell succeeds Ross Bushnell, who has stepped down as CEO to pursue new opportunities.
Article21 min read Sep 15, 2025Paper360°’s 2025 Power ListPaper360's 2025 Power List identifies 50 influential leaders, innovators, and technologies driving transformation across the pulp, paper, packaging, and tissue industry. The comprehensive ranking features C-suite executives from major companies like Smurfit WestRock, International Paper, and Suzano, alongside emerging young professionals and breakthrough supplier innovations. Key highlights include sustainable biomaterials development, advanced manufacturing technologies, and strategic industry partnerships that are reshaping operations and market dynamics. For mid-career professionals seeking advanced technical insights and leadership benchmarking, this annual analysis provides essential intelligence on industry direction, emerging opportunities, and the power players driving operational excellence and innovation across global markets.
Article1 min read Sep 15, 20252025 Fall Customer Alignment Meeting ProgramTAPPI's 2025 Fall Customer Alignment initiative represents a strategic opportunity for mid-career professionals to advance their leadership capabilities and industry expertise. This comprehensive program addresses key challenges facing plant managers, R&D leads, and sales engineers by providing advanced technical insights, benchmarking opportunities, and leadership development resources. Participants gain access to specialized courses, executive briefings, and networking opportunities that demonstrate clear ROI to employers while building essential skills for division leadership roles. The alignment focuses on practical solutions for time-constrained professionals seeking to balance team management responsibilities with personal growth objectives, offering measurable impact through industry best practices and standards committee involvement.
Article1 min read Sep 9, 2025Kimberly-Clark Appoints Stacey Valy Panayiotou as Chief Human Resources OfficerWill succeed interim Chief Human Resources Officer Viviane Cury.
Article7 min read Sep 9, 2025TAPPI’s 2025 Award Winners: Leadership in ActionDo YOU know an industry professional who deserves recognition through TAPPI’s prestigious National Awards? For many TAPPI Awards, nominations are open until August 1. Several association-level awards include generous honorariums funded by private donation. You do NOT need to be a member to nominate; however, most awards require TAPPI membership for consideration. Visit tappi.org and choose the "Get Involved" tab for more information on TAPPI Awards & Honors.
Article2 min read Sep 8, 2025TAPPI President & CEO to RetireLarry Montague will retire at the end of 2025.
