Article1 min read Oct 29, 2025STAR - October 2025 - Members for Working Groups of Useful Methods NeededTAPPI seeks experienced professionals to lead and participate in Useful Methods working groups for critical industry standards development. Multiple leadership opportunities are available as Working Group Chairs for fiber analysis, wood processing, pulp refining, and specialty paper testing methods. This volunteer role offers mid-career professionals valuable technical leadership experience, industry networking, and direct contribution to pulp and paper standards that impact operations globally. Working groups require minimum three TAPPI members from different companies, providing diverse industry perspective. Participation demonstrates technical expertise and leadership commitment to employers while advancing professional development in specialized areas including bagasse fiber determination, laboratory pulp processing, and grease-repellant paper testing standards.