Podcasts about packaging

In a crowded market, copying products has become effortless. Herman Scheer cofounder John Scheer explains why building a strong, clear brand is an entrepreneur's last line of defense. By rooting messaging in human truth and optimizing copy for AI search tools, he reveals how modern businesses can carve out lasting market moats that drive long-term value. For more on Herman Scheer, in show notes, click here. Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.

Intel's recent rally has investors asking whether the turnaround is real, but the answer may have less to do with wafer manufacturing and more to do with advanced packaging. We break down EMIB (Embedded Multi-Die Interconnect Bridge) and Foveros, Intel's chip-to-chip interconnect technologies, and compare them directly against TSMC's CoWoS-S, CoWoS-R, and CoWoS-L packaging families.We explain the technical differences in plain language, including interposers, redistribution layers, local silicon interconnects, and through-silicon vias, and why Intel's substrate-embedded bridge approach could offer a real diversification opportunity as AI shifts from training to inference workloads. We also cover Intel's packaging partnerships, including the Google TPU relationship, and why Nvidia's dominance in AI training leaves TSMC's CoWoS capacity fully booked, potentially opening a lane for Intel elsewhere.Finally, we zoom out to portfolio strategy: why understanding the technology layer matters less as this AI bull market matures, and why valuation discipline and balance sheet health deserve more of your attention going forward.Semi Insider members get access to CSI's research platform, tools, and deeper research as it happens. Join at chipstockinvestor.com.This content is for general information and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute individual investment advice. Forecasts may not develop as predicted, and there is no guarantee any strategy discussed will be successful. All investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. CSI does not own shares of Intel.

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How dairy processors can close the recycled plastic cost gap with backhauled bottle returns and food-grade HDPE reuse. Recorded live at CeMAT 2027, Shane hosts a panel discussion with Ben McCulloch from Martog & Company, Edward Vaudrey from Popit Recycling, and Taylor Quinn from Procal Dairies who share how a closed-loop model could reduce the cost barrier that keeps food-grade recycled HDPE above virgin polymer. The cover:* Why food-grade recycled HDPE usually costs more than virgin plastic, including smaller plant scale and the added collection, sorting, washing, decontamination, and extrusion steps. * How Procal's existing crate return network can backhaul empty milk bottles from cafés, restaurants, and other food-service sites without adding new logistics cost. * How Popit's modular recovery system scans bottles, removes contaminants, flakes material on site, and sends it to Martog for hot washing and food-grade processing. * Why 30 to 50 per cent recycled content is currently the commercial sweet spot for milk bottles, even though the long-term goal is to push costs to parity with virgin resin. * What rollout could look like next, from proving the economics at Prokal to expanding across more dairy processors in Australia. Whether you're a plant manager, packaging lead, or sustainability manager, this episode gives you a practical model for testing circular packaging without building an entirely new recovery network.Follow Manufacturing Tech Australia on Spotify and leave a review if this episode helped you.Show notes and links for this episode: https://www.manufacturingtech.au/episodes/

#997 Ever wondered what it really takes to get your product off a folding table and onto the shelves of Walmart, Costco, or Target? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with retail expert Jay Yung, founder of Evergreen Retail Solutions, to break down the real path from farmer's market tables to national store shelves. Jay shares how he went from running a surf shop in Hawaii to managing hundreds of millions in inventory at Walmart, and now uses that experience to help brands scale through smart pricing, packaging, supply chain strategy, and retail partnerships. From navigating buyer expectations to avoiding costly mistakes in inventory and margins, Jay explains what separates products that land big-box deals from those that quietly disappear. Whether you have a product in early development or you're already selling online, this episode is a masterclass in getting retail-ready and scaling responsibly! (Original Air Date - 11/13/25) What we discuss with Jay: + From surf shop to Walmart + Inside Walmart's toy department + What retailers look for in products + Packaging as a sales driver + Avoiding costly inventory mistakes + How to spot a winning product + When to pursue big-box retailers + Why local markets matter first + Importance of margins and terms + Staying on-brand to scale Thank you, Jay! Check out Evergreen Retail Solutions at ⁠Evergreen-RS.com⁠. Follow Jay on ⁠LinkedIn⁠. Watch the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠video podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ of this episode! To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MillionaireUniversity.com/training⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A product can meet every technical requirement, pass every test, and still frustrate customers the moment they begin using it. In this episode, Adrian is joined by Paul Adams, Sofeast's Head of New Product Development, to explore why user experience is often harder to define and validate than engineering performance. Paul shares real product-development examples involving confusing power-button behavior, packaging that accidentally activates a battery-powered product, surfaces that pass temperature-safety requirements but feel uncomfortably hot, products that are too heavy for their intended users, and materials that make an otherwise excellent product difficult to hold. They also explain how to uncover usability problems earlier by testing timing, feedback, controls, setup instructions, accessibility, and prolonged real-world use before tooling and mass production make changes expensive.   Show Sections 00:00 Introduction 00:45 Why passing technical tests is not enough 03:27 Packaging and power-button problems 06:38 Safety compliance versus user comfort 09:13 Why usability is harder than engineering 11:57 Why UX is underinvested during NPI 15:50 Why designers should not test their own products 18:26 How to identify user-experience faults 20:25 Missing or ambiguous product feedback 22:06 Reachability, readability, and controls 24:01 Product setup and instructions 25:33 Why you need to live with the product 28:20 Final takeaway   Related content The New Product Introduction Process Guide Prototype Development in China service from Sofeast NPI Deliverables Review service from Sofeast How To Define Your Quality Standard For Prototypes? How To Reduce Risks When Developing New Products? [Video] What Is Pre-Production Prototype Testing and Why Is It Critical for Product Success? Final Prototype of your New Hardware Product: When Will You Get There? Get in touch with us Connect with us on LinkedIn Contact us via Sofeast's contact page Subscribe to our YouTube channel Prefer Facebook? Check us out on FB

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​We discussed a few things including: 1. Tom's entrepreneurial journey 2. The 25 year TerraCycle growth story 3. Lessons Learned 4. Future vision for the company 5. Outlook for the recyclables industry Tom Szaky is founder and CEO of TerraCycle, an international leader in recycling, recycled content, and reuse. TerraCycle operates in 18 countries, working with some of the world's largest brands, retailers, and other stakeholders to create national platforms to recycle products and packaging that otherwise go to landfill or incineration. Szaky and TerraCycle also created Loop, the circular reuse platform that enables consumers to purchase products in reusable packaging. Tom and TerraCycle have received hundreds of awards and recognition from organizations including the United Nations, World Economic Forum, Fortune Magazine and U.S. Chamber of Commerce.  Tom is the author of four books, Revolution in a Bottle, Outsmart Waste, Make Garbage Great and The Future of Packaging. #podcast #AFewThingsPodcast

In Episode 674 of the New Media Show, Podcast Hall of Fame Host Rob Greenlee welcomes Rox Codes, CEO and co-founder of Flightcast.com.  For a deep conversation about video-first podcasting, YouTube growth, AI-powered analytics, creator tools, and where podcast publishing is heading next. Rox Codes has spent years building tools for creators, including YouTube optimization, thumbnail and title creation, A/B testing, and creator growth systems. Flightcast was co-founded with Steven Bartlett of The Diary of a CEO. Rox is building a platform centered on a core shift in the market: serious shows are no longer just audio-first with a bonus video version. Many of the fastest-moving creators now think about YouTube first, then audio, clips, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, newsletters, social platforms, and every other surface where the audience may discover the show. Has video-first podcasting fully arrived, and is it now equal to audio, or is it becoming even more important for growth? Rox explains that Flightcast came from a very different starting point than traditional podcast hosting. Instead of beginning with RSS, downloads, and audio workflow, the platform was built from a YouTube creator mindset.  YouTube has long been the clearest growth platform for creators because it combines publishing, discovery, audience development, monetization, and measurable performance into a single system. Podcasting, by contrast, has often separated those pieces across hosting platforms, apps, ad systems, analytics dashboards, and RSS-based distribution. The episode explores why this matters now. A modern show can become a long-form YouTube episode, an audio podcast, Spotify video, Apple video, short-form clips, newsletter content, social posts, community discussion, and brand inventory. Rox describes podcasts as a powerful format because a single strong two-hour conversation can yield many different media assets across multiple platforms. That creates opportunity, but it also creates complexity. They discuss Apple's HLS video support, Spotify video, YouTube, RSS, 4K video, thumbnails in feeds, Netflix, Roku, FAST channels, Prime Video, and the growing need for creators to publish into more places without needing to understand every technical layer underneath. Rox argues that creators should not have to care about acronyms like HLS, VAST, RSS, or 301 redirects unless the technology directly affects their business. The software should handle the complexity so creators can focus on the show, the audience, and the growth strategy. A major theme of the episode is that video success is not just about uploading an MP4 file. Rox makes a strong case that the real shift is in mindset. On YouTube, titles, thumbnails, intros, pacing, retention, curiosity gaps, promise, progress, payoff, packaging, and audience behavior all matter. Podcasting has historically treated episode art and titles as secondary. YouTube treats them as the front door to the content. Rob and Rox spend significant time on thumbnails and titles, including why creators need to understand the psychology behind a click without reducing the work to empty clickbait. Rox explains that a thumbnail should create a question the viewer wants answered, while the episode itself must deliver enough value to earn attention and retention. The best creators do not copy blindly. They study what works, understand why it works, and apply that structure in their own voice, to their audience, and through their creative point of view. The conversation also moves into AI. Rox does not describe Flightcast as an AI-first platform, but AI is an important layer inside the system. He sees major value in AI analytics, back-catalog analysis, clip testing, title suggestions, descriptions, chapters, transcripts, and pattern recognition. His larger ambition is to bake more of the YouTube strategist and producer mindset directly into the software so creators can see what is working, what is not working, and where new growth opportunities may exist. Rob and Rox also discuss monetization. As video moves deeper into podcast platforms, host-read ads, dynamic ad insertion, video ad formats, brand partnerships, affiliate models, and creator-controlled advertising may begin to converge. Rox explains Flightcast's ability to support programmatic, dynamic sponsorships and bring-your-own-programmatic monetization, while keeping the platform focused on growth and creator support rather than solely on ad sales. The episode closes with a look at the future of podcast hosting itself. Rox argues that basic hosting has become a commodity. The next layer is growth, analytics, experimentation, distribution, monetization support, and creator intelligence. In a world where AI can make software easier to build and copy, the real advantage may come from insight, speed, taste, data interpretation, and the ability to help serious creators make better decisions faster. For creators, publishers, networks, and podcast platforms, Episode 674 is a clear look at the next stage of podcasting: video-first, data-aware, AI-supported, YouTube-influenced, and increasingly built around shows that can travel everywhere. Chapter Topic Time Stamp Markers: 00:00 Welcome to The New Media Show Episode 674 00:19 Has video-first podcasting arrived? 01:21 Introducing Rox Codes and Flightcast 02:32 Building tools for YouTubers before podcasting 03:18 Why podcast hosting needed a YouTube-first mindset 04:13 Building the Flightcast playbook around video-first shows 05:31 Bringing the Diary of a CEO playbook into software 06:54 Can a platform support data-driven production? 08:27 AI, automation, and the future of show creation 09:13 LLMs and AI tools in creator workflows 10:23 AI as a podcast data consultant 11:19 Publishing, analytics, and experimentation 13:41 Could Flightcast become a creator operating system? 14:17 Podcasts as long-form source material for every platform 16:39 Is YouTube success the strongest growth signal? 17:19 Growth, retention, and why YouTube has the advantage 19:44 Going from YouTube to audio vs audio to video 20:49 Who Flightcast is built for 21:28 Apple HLS, Spotify video, and platform complexity 22:21 Can Apple or Spotify compete with YouTube video? 23:43 Video as human connection 24:24 Apple Podcasts video and the return of native video distribution 25:51 Netflix, podcasts, and low-cost creator TV 27:22 Why creator video can work across phone, laptop, car, and TV 28:20 Apple TV, 4K, and the quality question 29:16 Why creators should not need to understand HLS or RSS 31:55 The podcast industry still has too much technical friction 33:46 Alternate enclosure, iHeart, HLS, and RSS thumbnails 34:27 Why episode artwork and thumbnails now matter more 35:10 The thumbnail and title are the packaging 37:14 AI thumbnail scoring and creative judgment 38:08 Thumbnail psychology and curiosity gaps 38:52 Retention editing, strong intros, and promise-progress-payoff 40:10 Why better videos can multiply results 41:19 The real workload behind YouTube-quality video 42:37 Legacy media skills vs YouTube creator skills 44:50 Faster testing cycles changed creator media 45:32 Why video can be ten times harder when done right 45:53 How AI can bake strategy into software 47:00 Where Flightcast differs from early-stage creator tools 47:32 YouTube algorithm changes and podcaster anxiety 49:19 HLS, video ads, and creator-controlled ad insertion 50:22 Dynamic ads across YouTube and podcast platforms 51:33 Platform trust and monetization value 52:01 YouTube brand connections and affiliate models 53:18 Right brand, right creator, right price 54:35 360 campaigns, affiliates, and creator investments 57:17 Organic product mentions and brand relationships 58:14 What podcast hosting becomes next 58:46 Hosting as a commodity and growth as the real business 59:37 APIs, AI coding, and software moats 1:00:30 Where is the moat in creator software? 1:01:07 Staying ahead through insight and experimentation 1:03:32 Advanced analytics as the future advantage 1:04:41 Every creator has a different data pattern 1:05:14 MrBeastification, AI, and creator sameness 1:06:10 Outlier analysis and creative inspiration 1:07:15 Why outlier theory works when used correctly 1:08:44 Packaging the topic before recording 1:09:32 Does this conflict with podcasting culture? 1:11:01 Why data-driven formats do not have to kill creativity 1:12:23 Ryan Trahan and creative twists on proven formats 1:14:17 Packaging as the price of audience attention 1:15:04 Craft, creativity, and changing the playbook 1:16:51 Podcasting's radio roots and YouTube's different rules 1:17:27 Flightcast demo: stop guessing what content works 1:18:00 Publishing video everywhere with unified analytics 1:18:51 Measurement standards and the 30-second vs 60-second debate 1:20:21 AI analytics, clips, and test channels 1:21:35 YouTube API limits and thumbnail A/B testing 1:22:51 Flightcast monetization and bring-your-own programmatic 1:23:55 Transcripts, AI titles, descriptions, and chapters 1:24:21 Flightcast pricing and plans 1:25:41 HLS across all plans and video storage differences 1:26:32 Future pricing credits for more clips 1:26:48 Closing thoughts and where to find the episode Guest Links: Rox Codes, CEO and Co-Founder, Flightcast Flightcast: https://flightcast.com Rox Codes Website: https://roxcodes.com Rox Codes on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roxcodes Rox Codes on X: https://x.com/RoxCodes Rox Codes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChg53qPBdY1FF8gjOlB9zkg Rob Greenlee and New Media Show Links Rob Greenlee Website: https://robgreenlee.com New Media Show: https://newmediashow.com New Media Show Audio on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-media-show-audio/id392545649 New Media Show on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@TheNewMediaShow Rob Greenlee on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@RobGreenlee Podcast Hall of Fame: https://podcasthall.com Personal / AI Disclosure Note: I used AI tools to help organize and edit this episode description and generate show notes from the episode transcript. The views, clarifications, responsibility, and industry perspective are mine and my guest's. This article reflects my editorial direction and the substance of the conversation.The post Video-First Podcasting Has Arrived | Rox Codes, Flightcast #674 first appeared on New Media Show.

Three takeaways from my conversation with Jason Wong, CEO of Paking Duck: 1. Your packaging is already making decisions for your customers before they touch your product. 2. The best salespeople don't close. They let customers close themselves. 3. AI should be a co-pilot, not a replacement. What's one area in your business where AI could take something off your plate? Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon's Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big! Connect with Jason Wong: Website: https://www.pakingduck.com/    *E - explicit language may be used in this podcast.

Episode SummaryIn this episode of the People of Packaging Podcast, host Adam Peek sits down with Adam Page, VP of Reports at Smithers, to dive deep into the world of packaging market research. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Adam Page shares valuable insights on why true market intelligence requires human expertise, the limitations of relying solely on AI, and how rapid changes in e-commerce and sustainability regulations are reshaping the packaging landscape.Key Takeaways & Timestamps* 01:40 – Global Footprint: Discover where Smithers is located—spanning London, Akron (Ohio), and Suzhou (China)—and their legacy stemming from PIRA (Printing Industry Research Association).* 02:50 – The Hogwarts Debate: A quick detour into the magical world of Harry Potter. Is it Gryffindor or Hufflepuff? * 04:45 – The Real Value of Human Research: Why desk research and AI aren't enough. Adam explains the art of “triangulating” data from multiple industry stakeholders to uncover the real truth.* 06:30 – The Paradox of the Consumer: Consumers say they want sustainability, but they also want it cheap and delivered to their doorstep in 24 hours. How do brands navigate these conflicting demands? * 10:40 – E-Commerce & Corrugated Trends: How the rise of AI-driven “right-sizing” packaging technology at companies like Amazon is actually shifting corrugated volume demand.* 11:50 – The PCR Crunch: Major brands have massive goals for Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) content, but the global recycling infrastructure can't keep up with the demand. Where will the material come from?Notable Quotes“AI is wonderful for problems that have already been solved and already understood... But when you're trying something that is unknown, where there are ambiguities and uncertainties, AI falls into the mistake of being too certain about its answer.”— Adam Page, Smithers##

Individual pilots are great, but they don't scale themselves. So, how do you shift an entire system to move an unmovable market? This week on the Circular Economy Show, Lou and Fin explore the critical foundation of shared infrastructure. Whether it's launching scalable refill coalitions with Aldi and Ocado, aggregating future demand to bring 90% emission-reducing fuel to ocean transport, or rewriting retail habits at checkout counters across the US, to truly scale the circular economy, we have to stop building in silos and start building the shared infrastructure that allows everyone to win. Tune in to hear how three trailblazing women, Catherine Conway (GoUnpackaged), Ingrid Irigoyen (ZEMBA), and Kate Daly (Closed Loop Partners) are laying down the shared motorways that will allow everyone else to drive their own circular vehicles forward. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a comment, give us a like or tell your work colleagues and friends, and don't forget to subscribe wherever you listen to or watch your podcasts. Subscribe to The Ellen MacArthur Foundation for more insightful videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQAC2otE5_agzHZPnk3mE5w?sub_confirmation=1 Find out more about our work here: www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org Follow us online on these channels: Instagram: http://instagram.com/EllenMacArthurFoundation LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ellen-macarthur-foundation/  

Walk through any supermarket and you'll see shelves filled with colourful bottles, jars and cans competing for your attention. Behind many of those eye-catching products is a process most shoppers never think about: turning a great product idea into packaging that's ready for the retail shelf. For more than 20 years, QualiPak JHB has helped make that happen. Founded by Graham Hepburn, the Johannesburg-based business specialises in applying printed shrink sleeves to bottles, jars, cans and other containers, helping businesses package their products professionally without having to commit to large production volumes from day one.

AI is rapidly changing the packaging design world, but most founders are still trying to figure out where it actually creates value.In this episode, I sit down with Michael Keplinger from SmashBrand to break down how AI is being used in packaging design today, where it helps accelerate creative workflows, and where human strategy and expertise still matter most.We discuss:The biggest misconceptions founders have about AI-generated packagingWhat AI is genuinely good at in the design processWhy strategy and consumer psychology still can't be automatedHow founders can use AI to communicate ideas more clearly to agenciesThe risks of relying too heavily on AI-generated conceptsHow agencies are adapting their workflows internallyWhat packaging design could look like over the next 3–5 yearsWhether you're designing your first package or managing a growing retail brand, this episode offers a practical look at how to use AI as a tool instead of a shortcut.Startup to Scale is a podcast by Foodbevy, an online community to connect emerging food, beverage, and CPG founders to great resources and partners to grow their business. Visit us at Foodbevy.com to learn about becoming a member or an industry partner today.

This week, Chris talks about all the different types of cigar packaging throughout history.

Several states are moving forward with Extended Producer Responsibility laws that shift the cost of recycling packaging from local governments to producers of consumer products. International Fresh Produce Association CEO Cathy Burns explains the consequences of the policy. Plus, Troy Bredenkamp with the Renewable Fuels Association and Krista Swanson with the National Corn Growers Association outline how their sectors are being impacted by Brazil's ag production.Want to receive Newsmakers in your inbox every week? Sign up! http://eepurl.com/hTgSAD

Welcome to Nerd Alert, a series of special episodes bridging the gap between marketing academia and practitioners. We're breaking down highly involved, complex research into plain language and takeaways any marketer can use. In this episode, Elena and Rob explore why packaging redesigns so often backfire, and what actually drives shoppers to pick a product off the shelf. Topics covered: [01:21] "The Packaging Redesign Modernization Dilemma" [03:06] Why redesigns are an expensive, common gamble [05:35] Does looking more modern actually boost sales? [06:17] Why familiarity beats likability at the shelf [07:31] When a redesign makes sense, and when it doesn't To learn more, visit marketingarchitects.com/podcast or subscribe to our newsletter at marketingarchitects.com/newsletter.Resources:  Caruso, W., Romaniuk, J., Page, B., & colleagues. (2026). The packaging redesign modernisation dilemma: The relationship with familiarity, likeability, and its effect on purchase intent. Journal of Retailing and Consumer Services. Get more research-backed marketing strategies by subscribing to The Marketing Architects on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

There are some categories of spend that we all interact with differently because of the way they affect us as consumers. Packaging is a prime example of this. The level of strategy and effort invested in every choice make these buying decisions and supplier partnerships fascinating to study. In this episode of The Sourcing Hero podcast, Host Kelly Barner welcomes Bhavuk Chawla. Bhavuk has a Master's degree in packaging technology, and has worked in either packaging development or packaging procurement for almost two decades. Bhavuk shares his in depth experience with packaging from the cost, brand, and supply chain points of view: -How packaging choices enhance the consumer experience -Considerations (including tradeoffs) that have to be managed in the buying process -Balancing internal priorities and objectives with new supplier  ideas and innovations -Increasing supplier (or supply chain) resilience through packaging sourcing decisions

Tampons in an Ice Cream TubIn this episode of Brand Growth Heroes, I'm joined by Tara Chandra and Susan Allen, co-founders of Here We Flo, the organic, sustainable period care brand turning one of the most shame-coded categories in consumer brands into something loud, funny, feminist and brilliantly visible on shelf. We talk about how two friends from LSE spotted a gap in women's intimate products, started with a period care idea in a Hackney flatshare, and built a challenger brand now stocked across major retailers including Boots, Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda, Superdrug and Holland & Barrett.Here We Flo shows us the power of brand strategy to create value when the category ITSELF is broken. Tara and Susan didn't just create organic cotton tampons, pads and liners; they questioned why period care was hidden, clinical and functional when other parts of consumer life had already moved towards better materials, better design and better conversations. We cover packaging as a growth lever, why their ice cream tub became a “trolley magnet”, how they think about rate of sale rather than just chasing distribution, and why their mission now stretches across cycle care, bladder care and sexual wellness.What You'll Learn Why Here We Flo used packaging as their first “billboard” before they could afford media.  How starting in independent Hackney stores helped them build product market fit.  Why brand tone of voice matters so much in categories shaped by shame and stigma.  How they think about growing rate of sale with existing retail partners.  Why product reliability is non-negotiable in period care and bladder care. Key Topics Discussed Building a feminist challenger brand  Organic and sustainable period care  Packaging as a shelf strategy  Launching in independent retailers  Breaking into WHSmith Travel, Boots and Tesco  Making taboo categories emotionally accessible  Period care, bladder care and sexual wellness  Growing through rate of sale, not just distribution  Education on shelf and in-store communication  Sports partnerships, stigma and period confidence  Building a team of 31 women  Scaling towards 50–100% growth ambitions Like this episode? PLEASE share the love by sharing this episode with another founder building a challenger brand, a colleague or a mate who loves brilliant non-alcoholic drinks, or anyone trying to work out how to build a sharper, more focused growth model.Don't forget to FOLLOW or SUBSCRIBE to Brand Growth Heroes on your favourite podcast app, and even LEAVE A REVIEW - both of these actions make a MASSIVE difference to our mission to help more founders just like you.Join our community Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/brandgrowthheroes) LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/brand-growth-heroes/?viewAsMember=true) Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/@brandgrowthheroes)Find out more about the programmes and courses Fiona runs here (https://www.brandgrowthheroes.com/mini-mba-2026)AND Do you want to lean in to unlock value from AI? We have a whatsapp group -the  NextGen CPG WhatsApp group for founders leaning in to the value that a leadership approach to engaging with AI can unlock for businesses like yours. Do you want to join? *** A massive thanks thanks to Brand Growth Heroes' podcast sponsor -  Joelson, the commercial law firm ***If you're a founder, you already know how much energy goes into building the perfect product, creating standout branding and connecting with consumers.But scaling a CPG business also brings legal complexities that can make or break your growth journey - from contracts and regulatory compliance to protecting your intellectual property.That's why we're proud to partner with Joelson, the leading commercial law firm specialising in helping founders of scaling consumer brands.Joelson works with brands like Little Moons, Trip, Eat Natural, Bear Graze and Pulsin, and advised the innocent founders on their landmark sale to Coca-Cola - and still work with them at JamJar Investments today!Joelson is offering a FREE LEGAL CONSULTATION to all BGH listeners (mailto:hello@joelsonlaw.com) - we highly recommend you take them up on it!CREDITSThanks to our Sound Engineer Gyp Buggane at Ballagroove.com and all the rest of the Brand Growth Heroes team.

Few industries have faced disruption as much as the paper industry. But over the past 61 years, MAC Papers + Packaging has steadily evolved, diversified and delivered for customers across the region and nation. In this episode, JBJ Editor-in-Chief James Cannon invites CEO Ian Forrest to share continuing challenges and opportunities for growth.

Your packaging may be costing you sales, attention, and margin before a customer even tries your product. In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Jason Wong, Founder and CEO of Paking Duck, who discusses his transition from selling products to manufacturing custom packaging for consumer brands. He explains how factory-direct production, e-commerce experience, and attention to design details can help brands improve packaging quality while reducing costs. Jason also shares how packaging can support social media marketing, strengthen the customer experience, and help growing brands prepare for retail scale. Key Takeaways:→ Packaging can influence marketing performance. → Better packaging can enhance product presentation.→ Packaging should enhance the unboxing experience.→ Strong design details can increase perceived value. → Factory-direct sourcing can reduce packaging costs. Jason Wong is an operator with a background spanning growth marketing, operations, and manufacturing. He is the CEO and founder of Pughaus, a holding company for a portfolio of consumer brands and supply chain service providers. Under the Pughaus umbrella, Jason launched Saucy, a full-service sourcing and logistics firm that helps brands identify the right supply-chain partners and drive cost efficiencies. In 2023, he introduced Paking Duck, Saucy's packaging manufacturing arm, delivering factory-direct pricing and production solutions tailored to emerging brands. Jason's CPG investments focus on backing category challengers led by AAPI founders. Notable investments include Doe Lashes, Fly by Jing, Nectar Hard Seltzer, Kaja Beauty, and Awkward Essentials. He has also invested in e-commerce martech companies, including Triple Whale, Postscript, Skio, Icon, Octane AI, Siena CX, Social Snowball (acquired), and Lyvecom (acquired). Connect With Jason:Website: https://www.pug.haus/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pugTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pugX: https://x.com/eggroli

Episode Summary In this episode of the Work at Home Rockstar Podcast, Tim Melanson chats with Melinda Colón, owner of Melinda Colón Consulting and co-founder of Fortis OBM Proposal Development. Melinda helps service-based businesses, particularly those in construction, engineering, and consulting, secure government and corporate contracts that create more predictable revenue and long-term stability. Melinda shares how she transitioned from nearly two decades in corporate America into consulting by building on the expertise she had already mastered. She also opens up about a difficult season when multiple long-term clients left within 48 hours, forcing her to rethink her business, seek coaching, and rebuild with stronger systems and strategy. The conversation explores pricing based on value instead of time, qualifying clients, handling objections, government contracting as a revenue stream, and why small businesses often have an advantage over much larger competitors because of the relationships they can build. Who is Melinda Colón? Melinda Colón is the owner of Melinda Colón Consulting and co-founder of Fortis OBM Proposal Development. She helps service-based businesses secure government and corporate contracts by developing winning strategies, improving proposal processes, and creating sustainable revenue streams. Drawing from nearly two decades of experience, Melinda now works with business owners who want to stabilize their businesses through government contracting while continuing to grow their private-sector work. Connect with Melinda Colón Website: https://www.melindacolon.com Fortis OBM: https://www.fortisobm.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melinda-colon/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@melindacolon Host Contact Details Website: https://workathomerockstar.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/workathomerockstar Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workathomerockstar LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timmelanson YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WorkAtHomeRockStarPodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/workathomestar Timestamps 00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro 00:28 Small Business Contract Wins 01:42 Relationships Beat Big Brands 03:35 When Success Feels Like Failure 07:05 Iterations and Rebuilding Stronger 11:12 Redefining Success and Comfort 14:11 Money Mindset and ROI Thinking 17:04 Premium Pricing and Value 22:36 Handling Objections and Proposals 27:59 Qualifying Clients and Packaging 30:22 Government Contracts Revenue Stream 34:20 How to Work With Melinda 35:12 Rockstar Picks and Wrap Up Disclaimers Business Advice The ideas shared in this episode are based on the guest's personal experience and business practices. Every business is different, so consider your own goals, industry, and circumstances before applying these strategies. Pricing & Financial Decisions This episode includes opinions on pricing, business growth, and government contracting. These insights are educational and should not be interpreted as guarantees of financial results. Consider consulting qualified financial or legal professionals when making major business decisions. Mindset & Personal Growth The mindset strategies discussed reflect the guest's personal experiences and beliefs. They are intended to encourage discussion and should not be considered psychological or therapeutic advice.

The only people that can truly advocate for the people ARE the people. The President's words are being changed by the media to fit their narrative. We seem to need martyrs, so thank you Tina Peters. Never relinquish your own thought process. Every day we should ask ourselves what we can do to help our country. A J6 miniseries is under consideration. Collective unity under one symbol is very powerful. The Goddess Columbia was worshiped. If Chy-nah messes with out elections, we may make other plans. The CCP is funding most of the anti-Trump opposition. Our President is surrounded by losers and grifters. Why do we still listen to influencers? Our trip to Guatemala was to showcase child trafficking. MSM thinks it's narratives that matter, not facts. How does your tracking data help them? Buying brand names could tag you. Evil will come wearing our own smiling face. Packaging is the entire game. Selling kindness for spying. SCOTUS has power because the people believe in it. That could change because ignorance is a choice. The next 250 years will be at least as hard as the last. It's still a young and incredible Republic. Let us all work hard to keep it.

Ebook: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AUsxg05dXkKFeAa64kC0u16XynnSx68o/view?usp=drive_link Episode Description: Every peptide conversation right now is about GLP-1 drugs, BPC-157, and TB-500. Nobody is talking about the one with 50 years of published research that your body is already making and losing as you age. GHK-Cu is a naturally occurring tripeptide that declines by 60% between the ages of 20 and 60. That decline tracks directly with the loss of skin elasticity, slower wound healing, thinning hair, reduced collagen production, and rising inflammation. In randomized controlled trials it has outperformed Rogaine for hair growth, shown a 55% reduction in visible wrinkles, and been documented to positively affect the expression of over 4,000 human genes. Dr. G calls it his favorite peptide, and his partner uses it on her face every day. In this episode, you will learn:  • How GHK-Cu works as a copper delivery vehicle at the cellular level, why it modulates gene expression across 31% of the human genome, and what that means for tissue repair, inflammation, and biological aging  • The head to head randomized controlled trial where GHK-Cu outperformed minoxidil for hair count, follicle size, and the active growth phase of the hair cycle  • Exactly what to look for when buying GHK-Cu cream, why the peptide is chemically fragile, what packaging and pH range to require, and the red flags that tell you to walk away from a product Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:44 - What GHK-CU Actually Is and How It Was First Discovered in 1973 3:10 - Why a 60% Decline in GHK-CU Between Ages 20 and 60 Tracks Directly With Aging 4:40 - What Makes GHK-CU Different From Every Other Popular Peptide 6:00 - How It Stimulates Collagen, Elastin & the Extracellular Matrix 7:15 - The Human Trial Showing a 51% Increase in Collagen Density From Topical Application 8:00 - The 4,000 Genes GHK-CU Affects (And What the Broad Institute Found) 9:30 - Anti-Inflammatory Effects: Why This Matters for Biological Aging 10:30 - Wound Healing, Angiogenesis & Tissue Repair Across Skin, Bone, Gut and Liver 11:30 - The 2022 RCT: 55.7% Reduction in Visible Wrinkles After 12 Weeks 12:30 - Hair Growth: Outperforming Minoxidil in a Head-to-Head Randomized Trial 14:30 - Why the Lower Dose (50mg/ml) Outperformed the Higher Dose 15:30 - Safety Profile, Contraindications & the "Copper Uglies" Explained 17:00 - How to Buy GHK-CU: Concentration, Packaging, pH & What to Avoid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beauty packaging is one of the most expensive mistakes an indie brand founder can make. And yet most brands still treat it as an afterthought. In this episode of Green Beauty Conversations, Formula Botanica CEO and podcast host Lorraine Dallmeier unpicks why leaving packaging decisions to the last minute costs brands far more than money, and why some of the most well-intentioned choices, from dark violet glass to biopolymers made from sugarcane, may not be as lower-impact as they appear. If you've ever chosen your packaging based on how it looks rather than what happens to it when it's empty, this episode is for you. Free Resources Free formulation course | Green Beauty Conversations Podcast | Blog | YouTube Socials: Formula Botanica on Instagram | Lorraine Dallmeier on Instagram

The Podcast That Rocked for 7/1/26. Aaron Lewis has his new album shredded for packaging to ship with new Taylor Swift albums, Bring Me The Horizon returning to deathcore, more.Discussion Topics:Aaron Lewis' new album is so trash that the liner notes and cover were used as package filler for a Taylor Swift albumBring Me The Horizon go back to deathcoreKing Ultramega launches honoring Chris CornellTalking about Dear God from The Pretty RecklessTalking about The WOW! Signal from MuseEvanescence's "Bring Me To Life" goes DiamondRock Hall “Women In Metal” ExhibitGWAR Auction to help Sexecutioner fight cancerUpcoming albums/tours/moreSONG OF THE WEEK: Bring Me The Horizon "Dehumanized" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ilqeDbu4E8YThe Pretty Reckless "Dear God" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4dMMzdVo4s4Muse "Cryogen" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XVvLRbR4Pa0 King Ultramega "Loud Love" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5LlBXxB0cR4 GWAR Fundraiser https://gwar.net/collections/chuck-vargaWe now live in a world where a label, distribution company, and printing/shipping company all agree that Aaron Lewis solo work is such trash that it's actually easier to use the new album's artwork and cover materials as packaging for better artists than to actually just buy packing peanuts. Once Lewis sobers up from his MAGA meeting and playing hate songs, he might actually feel embarrassed!

Send us Fan MailHow can nonprofits build community support for after-school programs while creating measurable value for children, families, funders, and local leaders? JonPaul Reed, founder and executive director of Pure Momentum Group and founder of Athlete University, shares how the hours between 3:00 and 6:00 p.m. can become a powerful platform for youth development and stronger communities.The school day may end before parents finish working, but JonPaul sees that gap as much more than a supervision problem. It is an opportunity to build work ethic, decision-making, teamwork, leadership, communication skills, and what he calls “monetizable skill sets.”“We're either taking advantage of that window or we're not,” he explains.JonPaul also examines how youth sports have become increasingly driven by money, exclusivity, and winning. For nonprofit leaders, his warning is clear: programs must remain grounded in access, developmental outcomes, and the needs of young people—not simply the ambitions of adults.The conversation moves from program philosophy into the business of running and growing a youth-serving nonprofit. JonPaul discusses building parent buy-in, choosing the right time for difficult conversations, maintaining organizational paperwork, meeting with commissioners, submitting proposals, developing municipal relationships, and presenting a program in language decision-makers understand.His experience also shows why passion alone is not enough. Nonprofits need a defined model, consistent follow-up, credible documentation, accessible leadership, and a message that community partners can quickly understand. As JonPaul advises, “Package your product and package it well, and also get the right person to speak for you.”For nonprofit executives, program directors, board members, coaches, and community leaders, this episode offers a candid look at how mission, culture, communication, and operational discipline work together to create sustainable youth programs.Key Takeaways:* Treat the 3-to-6 p.m. period as a youth-development and workforce-readiness opportunity—not merely a childcare gap.* Build parent participation through timely, honest communication and shared accountability.* Define developmental outcomes before allowing competition, revenue, or adult expectations to shape the program.* Establish tax-exempt status, documentation, proposals, and operating records before approaching major partners.* Translate personal passion into a clear model that public officials, businesses, and funders can understand.* Delegate communications and introductions when another team member can position the organization more effectively.00:00:00 Why the 3-to-6 PM Window Matters00:02:31 Building Access Through Pure Momentum Group00:05:49 The Daily Gap Between School and Home00:07:28 Turning a Youth Development Gap Into a Gateway00:08:14 Preparing Young People for a Competitive World00:11:29 Reclaiming the Developmental Purpose of Sports00:16:14 Building Accountability With Parents and Children00:19:05 Creating Culture and Organizational Buy-In00:20:42 How Youth Programs Gain Community Support00:22:10 Packaging a Mission for Partners and Funders00:23:28 Documentation, Legitimacy, and Funding Readiness00:28:23 Leading Through Criticism, Risk, and Resilience#AfterSchoolPrograms #NonprofitLeadership #TheNonprofitShowFind us Live daily on YouTube!Find us  Live daily on LinkedIn!Find us Live daily on X: @Nonprofit_ShowOur national co-hosts and amazing guests discuss management, money and missions of nonprofits!  12:30pm ET   11:30am CT  10:30am MT  9:30am PTSend us your ideas for Show Guests or Topics: HelpDesk@AmericanNonprofitAcademy.comVisit us on the web:The Nonprofit Show

Are your current vendor relationships helping you solve real problems or just cluttering your technology stack? In this episode, Mark Ritter sits down with Melissa Kopp, Chief Revenue Officer for the League of Credit Unions and its affiliate Leverage, to discuss how credit union fintech partnerships are shifting from standard product pitching to collaborative problem solving. Melissa shares her insider perspective on how institutions can build a trusted member journey by moving past isolated products and focusing on connected experiences. This conversation delivers practical advice on maximizing conference ROI, evaluating vendor ecosystems, and leveraging the true spirit of cooperation among cooperatives.What You Will Learn in This Episode: ✅ Why shifting from isolated product evaluations to comprehensive ecosystem evaluation is critical ✅ How prioritizing problem solving over aggressive sales tactics drives credit union growth ✅ What fintech disruption means for credit unions trying to build modern experiences ✅ Why focusing on credit union collaboration and shared mission outlasts big bank tacticsSubscribe to Credit Union Conversations for the latest credit union trends and insights on loan volume and business lending! Connect with MBFS to boost your credit union's growth today.TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction: Meet Melissa Kopp03:55 The evolution and footprint of the League of Credit Unions and Leverage 05:09 Vendor connection mistakes and building a trusted member journey 08:06 Shifting from simple product sales to strategic ecosystem evaluation 12:17 Packaging financial outcomes over individual product banking 15:57 Navigating conference networking and driving relationship transformation 19:16 Embracing credit union collaboration and cooperation among cooperatives 23:00 Melissa's practical advice on creating modern experiences for membersKEY TAKEAWAYS:

In this episode of the Circular Economy Show, Pippa speaks with JJ Freijo, Chief Sustainability and Product Innovation Officer at Brambles. JJ explains how the company rents, rather than sells, pallets, crates and containers, creating a continuous loop of reuse across global supply chains. Having achieved 100% certified timber procurement across 64 countries, Brambles began asking a bolder question: what if supply chains could actively restore nature, rather than just reduce harm? JJ walks through their regenerative forestry project in Tabasco, Mexico, and makes the hard-nosed business case, from attracting top talent to deepening customer partnerships and opening doors with sustainability-focused investors. Subscribe to The Ellen MacArthur Foundation for more insightful videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQAC2otE5_agzHZPnk3mE5w?sub_confirmation=1 Find out more about our work here: www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org Follow us online on these channels: Instagram: http://instagram.com/EllenMacArthurFoundation LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ellen-macarthur-foundation/ Website: http://www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org

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Packaging is often the first thing consumers notice, but knowing when and how to update it is one of the toughest decisions founders face.In this episode of Startup to Scale, I sits down with Christopher Jane founder of Proper Good to discuss the real story behind his brand's packaging refresh. They unpack what prompted the redesign, the challenges of evolving a brand without losing existing customers, and what it was like working through a comprehensive packaging audit with EO Space.Whether you're considering a subtle refresh or a complete overhaul, this conversation offers a behind-the-scenes look at the decisions, tradeoffs, and lessons every CPG founder should understand before changing what sits on the shelf.Sponsored by EO Space.EO Space is an agile food & beverage design studio helping growth-stage CPG brands create world-class branding, packaging, and marketing built for modern retailers and today's consumers. Get an expert review of your packaging. Limited Offer: Free Packaging AuditStartup to Scale is a podcast by Foodbevy, an online community to connect emerging food, beverage, and CPG founders to great resources and partners to grow their business. Visit us at Foodbevy.com to learn about becoming a member or an industry partner today.

In this episode, Cory Connors welcomes Danielle Goad to discuss her journey at Specright, her recent move to London to lead the EMEA division, and the growing importance of packaging data management in the age of PPWR. Danielle shares how Specright helps companies build a foundational data infrastructure to navigate complex regulations, reduce reporting burdens, and drive sustainable innovation. She and Cory also reflect on the Sustainable Packaging Summit in Utrecht and what to expect at this year's expanded three-day event in November.Key Topics Discussed:Danielle's eight-year journey at Specright, from intern to Director of EMEAHer relocation to London and experience building a new team abroadWhat Specright does as an AI-powered specification and data management platformThe difference between EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility) and PPWR (Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation)Why PPWR is a long-term data foundation challenge, not just a one-time reporting exerciseKey PPWR milestones, including the August 2026 deadline around PFAS and declaration of conformityHow having accurate data helps companies avoid over-reporting and potential finesThe maturity scale from static/chaotic data to a standardized, confident data foundationSpecright's role in helping companies evaluate portfolios and model the impact of material changes (e.g., adding PCR content)The value of the Sustainable Packaging Summit in Utrecht — quality speakers, collaborative atmosphere, and industry depthSpecright's upcoming workshop at this year's Summit focused on PPWR and spec management transformationThe partnership between Specright and Lorax EPI as complementary best-in-breed solutionsResources Mentioned:SpecrightContact:Listeners can connect with Danielle Goad on LinkedIn or reach her directly at danielle@specright.com.Support our Sponsors Learn more here:- 3M- Specright- Forest https://anewearthproject.com/collections/new-earth-approvedConnect with CoryConnect with Cory on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-connors/I'm here to help you make your packaging more sustainable! Reach out today and I'll get back to you asap. This podcast is an independent production and the podcast production is an original work of the author. All rights of ownership and reproduction are retained—copyright 2022.

California agriculture could face higher production costs and increased regulatory burdens as new packaging requirements move toward implementation, according to Roger Isom, president and CEO of the Western Tree Nut Association and the California Cotton Ginners and Growers Association. During a recent interview on the AgNet News Hour, Isom discussed the potential impacts of California's packaging regulations on growers, processors, and consumers. The discussion centered on California's implementation of the Plastic Pollution Prevention and Packaging Producer Responsibility Act, which establishes goals to reduce single-use plastic packaging and increase the use of recyclable materials over the coming years. Isom said the regulations could create significant challenges for agricultural products that rely on specialized packaging for food safety, durability, and transportation. "We're not opposed to protecting the environment," Isom explained, "but agriculture depends on packaging that keeps products safe and marketable. Those realities have to be considered." Many California commodities—including almonds, grapes, berries, cherries, cotton and other specialty crops—depend on plastic packaging designed to preserve product quality during shipping. Isom noted that replacing those materials is often far more complicated than simply switching to paper alternatives because packaging must also meet food safety standards and withstand transportation throughout domestic and international markets. Beyond the packaging itself, Isom expressed concern about new reporting requirements and producer responsibility fees that manufacturers and agricultural businesses may be required to pay. He said those costs ultimately become another financial burden for California producers already competing in global markets. Unlike many industries, growers often cannot simply pass those additional expenses on to buyers. "We're competing with growers around the world," Isom said. "If our costs go up because of California regulations, we can't always charge more for our products." The conversation also touched on broader issues affecting California agriculture, including water availability under the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA), ongoing rodent damage in orchards, and the challenges facing cotton production. Isom said consistent water supplies remain one of agriculture's biggest long-term needs and emphasized the importance of investing in additional water storage and infrastructure. On cotton, Isom said California continues to produce some of the highest-quality cotton in the world while using relatively efficient production practices. Although statewide acreage has declined over the years, he believes cotton can continue to play an important role in crop rotations if growers have dependable water supplies and competitive market conditions. While California's packaging regulations are intended to reduce waste and improve recycling, Isom said implementation should consider the unique needs of agriculture and avoid creating unintended consequences for food production and consumer prices.

$130,000 in farm revenue. $30,000 take-home. Where does the other $100,000 go? That gap is the most useful part of Chef Mikey Russo's story. Watch the video on our YouTube Channel!  Interested in watching the series? Hop on over to our YouTube Channel!   Subscribe for more content on sustainable farming, market farming tips, and business insights!   Get market farming tools, seeds, and supplies at Modern Grower. Follow Modern Grower:  Instagram  Instagram Listen to other podcasts on the Modern Grower Podcast Network:  Carrot Cashflow  Farm Small Farm Smart  Farm Small Farm Smart Daily  The Growing Microgreens Podcast  The Urban Farmer Podcast  The Rookie Farmer Podcast  In Search of Soil Podcast Check out Diego's books:  Sell Everything You Grow on Amazon   Ready Farmer One on Amazon **** Modern Grower and Diego Footer participate in the Amazon Services LLC. Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.

The industry is entering a new phase where packaging design must account for the entire product lifecycle, from material selection and manufacturing to end-of-life recovery and reuse. Paige Greenberg, sustainable packaging engineer at Plastic Ingenuity, joins From the Cold Corner to discuss more.

Picture this: you've chosen your materials, researched your options and invested in what you believe is eco packaging for your beauty products. But what if it's not as sustainable as it seems? In this episode of Green Beauty Conversations, Formula Botanica CEO Lorraine Dallmeier is joined by Jerome Fraillon, founder and CEO of Alder Packaging, to unpack the hidden realities behind packaging decisions in the beauty industry and so-called "sustainable" packaging materials. What Jerome says will probably shock you, and you'll never see eco packaging in the same light again. Tune in now to find out more!   Free Resources Free formulation course | Green Beauty Conversations Podcast | Blog | YouTube Socials: Formula Botanica on Instagram | Lorraine Dallmeier on Instagram  

Repak has reported the biggest rise in packaging recycling in a decade. The report show that an additional 60,000 tonnes recycled last year as member companies stepped up investment ahead of major new EU packaging rules. Speaking to Anton was the CEO of Repak, Ireland, Zoe Kavanagh.

No one celebrates a new ERP. No champagne. Just groans.Jean de Villiers, Chief Customer Officer at Unit4, wants to flip that script.Jean shares they have kept customers for 20+ years in an industry built on dread. Secret? He runs customer success like a business, not a cost center. He cut the safe middle option. He's betting big on AI agents. And he trains his whole team to have the uncomfortable conversations most people avoid.In this episode of Unchurned, Jean sits down with host Josh Schachter to unpack the playbook: why 45% of what customers pay for goes unused, how high-touch service drives a 50-point gap in customer promotion, and what it really takes to make people love the software they're supposed to hate.Josh is writing a book on building customer relationships. Follow his journey and insights at www.joshschachter.com---What You'll Learn- Why Unit4 runs CS as a profit center, not a cost- How to hit 30% contribution margin to EBITDA in post-sales- Why Unit4 cut mid-touch and kept only high and digital- Packaging every service into a self-serve catalog- Building an agentic digital CSM that feels high-touch- The 50-point NPS gap between high-touch and self-serve- Why 45% consumption is ERP's dirty secret- Training non-sellers on the Challenger Sale method- How AI plus human domain expertise wins together---Want the playbook, not just the conversation? Subscribe for deep-dive, actionable breakdowns from every episode at unchurned.substack.com.---Timestamps0:00 - Preview and Introduction1:44 - Meet Jean de Villiers 2:45 - What Unit4 does and its four verticals4:32 - Customers who stay 20+ years6:32 - The org structure of post-sales7:32 - Running CS as a profit center under PE8:50 - Why they cut mid-touch9:45 - Packaging services into a catalog12:20 - The agentic digital CSM vision13:53 - Success For You: the high-touch subscription18:12 - Sunsetting on-prem product, migrating to cloud & Ava21:50 - The 45% consumption problem23:57 - The 50-point NPS difference25:30 - Challenger Sale training for everyone31:40 - Wrap-up---Where to Find the GuestJean de Villiers (Unit4): https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeandevilliers/---Where to Find Josh:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jschachter/Unchurned Substack: https://unchurned.substack.com/

Chat with Subhi: https://calendly.com/letscombinate/let-s-combinate-intro-sessionFinished medical devices can create a lot of surprises when they are added to combination product kits.A needle, vial adapter, filter, or transfer device may already be sterile, cleared, qualified, and sold at massive scale.But already on the market does not automatically mean ready for your combination product.In this episode, I talk through the challenges of selecting finished medical devices for combination product kits and the three lifecycle moments that usually determine whether qualification goes smoothly or turns into a late-stage problem.We cover:* Why “already approved” does not mean combination-product ready* Why you inherit the supplier's design, QMS, packaging, validation, change control, and outsourcing decisions* What to think about before supplier selection* How to set expectations during supplier selection* Why structured qualification matters* How PPAP concepts like process flow, PFMEA, control plans, inspections, sampling, and validation evidence can helpThe main point: A commercially available device may be qualified for someone else's intended use. Your job is to determine whether it is qualified for yours.Chapters:00:00 Device Selection Stakes02:05 Common Supplier Myths03:54 Inheriting the Device QMS04:53 Three Crucial Moments05:51 Before Selection: Intended Use07:21 Packaging, Markets, and Risk Flags08:55 During Selection: Set Expectations10:33 Qualification: Use a Structured PPAP Approach14:12 Wrap Up and Next StepsSubhi Saadeh is the Founder and Principal at Let's Combinate, where he helps teams develop and control drug-device combination products by aligning quality systems, development, supplier quality, and regulatory expectations across drug and device domains. He is a consultant, auditor, trainer, and speaker with experience across companies including Pfizer, Gilead, and Baxter, supporting the development and launch of combination products across vaccines, biologics, and generics.Let's Combinate helps teams develop and control drug-device combination products by aligning quality systems, development, supplier quality, and regulatory expectations across drug and device domains.#CombinationProducts #MedicalDevices #PharmaQuality #SupplierQuality #DrugDeviceCombinationProducts #PPAP #QualitySystems

Welcome to another episode of the People of Packaging Podcast, recorded live right here at the Label King Studios in Salt Lake City. I am your host, Adam Peek, and today we are diving deep into the future of packaging design, consumer psychology, and artificial intelligence.Our guest today is Ankit Dhawan, the founder of Bluepill.ai. Ankit has an incredible background, moving from India to the United States to complete his masters at Cornell before leading product for the global marketing team at Amazon. With over seven years of deep experience in AI, Ankit is solving one of the most frustrating, expensive, and analog processes in our industry: consumer insights and package testing.In this episode, we run a live demo of the Bluepill.ai software using a real-world test case: Miss Essie's BBQ Sauce, a fantastic local brand here in Utah.Here is what we cover:* The Matrix Motivation: The story behind the name Blue-pill.ai and why taking the blue pill means choosing to stay in a perfectly simulated consumer environment.* The $140 Billion Problem: Package testing and market research traditionally cost fifteen thousand to twenty-five thousand dollars per study, taking anywhere from four to eight weeks. Bluepill.ai drops that down to under ten minutes.* Digital Twins and Micro-Personas: How the software uses real human behavioral data, qualitative interviews, and purchase signals to predict exactly how specific demographics will react to your package on the shelf.* The Miss Essie's Shelf Test: We look at the actual heatmap data comparing Miss Essie's to heavy hitters like Sweet Baby Ray's and Stubbs, highlighting packaging strengths like practical dispensers and areas to improve like pale illustrations.* Ironclad Data Security: Why testing your proprietary designs with AI is actually much safer than human panels, ensuring your upcoming product launches never leak to your competitors.We also have some fun debating geography, including my infamous shouting match at the Delhi airport over whether a city of five hundred thousand people actually exists.Ankit's tool changes the game from subjective guessing to objective, data-driven decision-making, allowing brands to iteratively test text orientation, visual clutter, and ingredient transparency for a fraction of traditional costs.Check out the full episode to see the future of package testing in action.Connect with Adam:* LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/adampeek* TikTok: @thelabelkingConnect with Ankit Dhawan:* LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dhawanankit/* Website: https://blue-pill.ai/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.packagingisawesome.com

In this episode, Cory Connors reconnects with his friend Mitch Rovito from Burton Snowboards following a tour of Burton's Vermont facility. Mitch shares his unique origin story — writing a mock cover letter to Burton as an 18-year-old packaging student at RIT — and how that dream became reality. The conversation explores Burton's deep-rooted culture of curiosity and sustainability under founder Jake Burton's legacy and current owner Donna Carpenter, the organic partnership between Burton and Atlantic Packaging's New Earth Project, and the innovative strides Burton is making toward eliminating single-use plastics from its packaging.Key Topics Discussed:Mitch's early passion for both snowboarding and packaging science, and how he discovered packaging through a chance visit to RIT in ninth gradeBurton's culture of curiosity and innovation, rooted in founder Jake Burton's legacy and sustained by owner Donna CarpenterThe advantages of being a privately held company in driving aggressive sustainability decisionsHow the Burton–Atlantic Packaging/New Earth Project partnership formed organically through a chance connection with Don Meek in VermontThe "We Do This Together" philosophy and open-source approach to sustainability collaboration across brands and suppliersJulia Marsh of Sway and the role of inspired, passionate individuals in driving the sustainable packaging movementFiberStrap and its application with Ibis Cycles as an example of cross-brand sustainability innovationThe See Change Sessions event in Vermont — its growth, unique format blending wellness with industry collaboration, and impact on attendeesBurton's progress from ~6% to ~90% elimination of single-use plastics in retail consumer-facing packagingChallenges of building global, omnichannel packaging while navigating evolving EPR regulations across the US, Europe, and beyondThe Digital Product Passport (DPP) initiative from the EU and what supply chain transparency will mean for brandsFSC certification, recycled content targets, and managing packaging development 24 months ahead of product launchOngoing challenges with snowboard shrink wrap and the search for viable, scalable alternativesResources Mentioned:Burton SnowboardsNew Earth ProjectSee Change SessionsSwayFibreStrapIbis CyclesBluesign CertificationCalifornia EPR Packaging ProgramContact:Listeners interested in learning more about Burton's sustainability initiatives can visit burton.com. For information about the New Earth Project and Atlantic Packaging, reach out through atlanticpkg.com.Support our Sponsors Learn more here:- 3M- Specright- Forest Connect with CoryConnect with Cory on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-connors/I'm here to help you make your packaging more sustainable! Reach out today and I'll get back to you asap. This podcast is an independent production and the podcast production is an original work of the author. All rights of ownership and reproduction are retained—copyright 2022.

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I recently watched a Christian church and a Wiccan group trying to reach new people, and one thing stood out: both had a message, but they packaged that message very differently. The truth of the gospel never changes, but the way we present it can either invite people in or push them away. Good packaging doesn't replace the message—it helps people see its value before they walk past it. If businesses understand the importance of presentation, the church should be thoughtful about how it presents the greatest message ever told.

Today, I'm joined by Jess Haghani, founder & CEO of Lucille. Lucille is reimagining senior nutrition with high-quality ingredients, thoughtful design, and branding that celebrates aging with dignity. In this episode, we discuss creating next-gen senior nutrition products. We also cover: Challenging age-related stereotypes Marketing to older adults and their caregivers Why senior nutrition products have lacked innovation Subscribe to the podcast → insider.fitt.co/podcast  Subscribe to our newsletter → insider.fitt.co/subscribe  Follow us on LinkedIn → linkedin.com/company/fittinsider    Lucille's Website: www.lucillehealth.com  Lucille on Amazon: http://bit.ly/4g76Xgo  Lucille on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lucillehealth/#    -   The Fitt Insider Podcast is brought to you by EGYM. Visit EGYM.com to learn more about its smart fitness ecosystem for fitness and health facilities.   Fitt Talent: https://talent.fitt.co/  Consulting: https://consulting.fitt.co/  Investments: https://capital.fitt.co/    Chapters: (00:00) Introduction (01:25) Company background (02:25) Personal story (05:00) Market gap insight (06:40) Why no innovation (09:25) Ageism and discrimination (11:50) Formulation approach (14:20) Nutrition science (17:40) Packaging accessibility (20:20) Consumer awareness (23:40) Branding strategy (25:40) Social media engagement (26:50) Grandmother inspiration (27:45) Go-to-market channels (30:00) Near-term focus (31:38) Where to find (32:17) Conclusion

Hey packaging people! I don't think I've ever been more excited to just completely packaging-nerd out on an episode! Today, I am honored and blessed to be joined by Tatiana Chamorro, the CMO and founding team member of Toucan Cocktails. Not only is she a seasoned marketing pro and entrepreneur, but she's also a fellow podcast host! In this episode, we dive deep into some of the most innovative packaging I have ever seen in my life. The ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktail industry has been exploding, but Toucan Cocktails realized a huge problem: pre-mixed drinks sitting on a shelf lose their magic and sometimes start to taste a little funky without heavy preservatives.Their solution? Keep the spirit and the mixer completely separate until the exact moment you are ready to drink it! Tatiana takes us on the wild design and engineering journey of bringing this product to life. We talk about:* The transition from early leaky 3D-printed prototypes to their incredibly sleek final product. * Why they chose a 360-degree pop-top tin can (it opens like a tennis ball can!) for the spirit. * The genius of using a universal black top can across all flavors to simplify supply chain and demand planning. * Moving away from annoying shrink sleeves (specifically those pesky zipper perfs!) and opting for direct digital UV inkjet printing for a premium, tactile feel. * A live, on-screen demo of how to properly snap, shake, and pour a Toucan Margarita and Espresso Martini—complete with real cocktail foam! If you love packaging design, structural engineering, and a genuinely good cocktail, you cannot miss this episode!Connect with Adam! LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/adampeek TikTok: @thelabelkingCheck out Toucan Cocktails & follow their journey: Website: https://toucancocktails.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/toucancocktails Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toucancocktails TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@toucancocktails This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.packagingisawesome.com

Send us Fan MailGet vidIQ Boost for an exclusive price! https://vidiq.com/podcastWant a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discordWatch the video: https://youtu.be/_kUOrWhNynwWe talk with Sean Cannell from Think Media about what AI is changing on YouTube and why some creators are getting demonetized even when their channels look “successful”. We walk through the practical moves that keep you original, paid, and mentally steady when views dip, policies shift, and burnout hits. • demonetization in the AI era and what “interchangeability” signals to YouTube • building a distinct channel brand even when using AI tools • diversifying revenue so AdSense is not the only lifeline • affiliate marketing as a realistic first income stream • review specific products to earn trust, rank in search, and create long-tail commissions • normal reasons views drop, plus the resilience mindset to recover fast • choosing education vs entertainment to reach full-time faster • beginner mistakes that stall growth, especially titles, thumbnails, and lack of audience research • avoiding the trap of outsourcing your voice and thinking to AI • burnout, health safeguards, and how delegation keeps a business running 

CEOs petition EU to delay PPWR, CalRecycle SB 54 regulations take effect, Loblaw hits 90% recyclable packaging compliance, Tetra Pak launches aluminum-free aseptic carton (June 5, 2026)Your sustainable packaging news briefing. This episode: the packaging industry publicly split over Europe's packaging waste deadline, California's packaging recycling regulations now in effect with a fee structure that could cost plastic packaging more according to one industry group, Canada's largest retailer enforcing recyclable packaging standards for its own-brand products, and Tetra Pak's 60-year aluminum barrier problem solved at commercial scale.This episode's stories:- CEOs petition EU Commission to postpone enforcement of PPWR- CalRecycle SB 54 implementing regulations take effect- Loblaw's recyclability push could reshape packaging design   across North America- Tetra Pak's paper-based carton breaks new groundLinks & Sources:- CEOs petition EU Commission to postpone enforcement of PPWR  — Packaging Europe  — https://packagingeurope.com/news/ceos-petition-eu-commission-to-postpone-enforcement-of-ppwr/14215.article- 120 companies call on EU to keep PPWR on schedule  — Packaging Gateway  — https://www.packaging-gateway.com/news/eu-ppwr-regulation-schedule/- CalRecycle approves SB 54 regulations  — Resource Recycling  — https://resource-recycling.com/plastics/2026/05/02/calrecycle-approves-sb-54-regulations/- SPC Packaging Policy Roundup  — Sustainable Packaging Coalition  — https://sustainablepackaging.org/2026/05/21/packaging-policy-news/- Loblaw's recyclability push could reshape packaging design   across North America  — Resource Recycling  — https://resource-recycling.com/recycling/2026/05/14/loblaws-recyclability-push-could-reshape-packaging-design-across-north-america/- Tetra Pak's paper-based carton breaks new ground  — Food and Drink Technology  — https://www.foodanddrinktechnology.com/news/66433/tetra-paks-and-sterilgarda-alimentis-paper-based-aseptic-carton-breaks-new-ground/- Tetra Pak invests €60 million into pilot plant  — Packaging Europe  — https://packagingeurope.com/news/tetra-pak-invests-60-million-into-pilot-plant-for-paper-based-carton-barriers/13843.articleResources:

In this episode, Cory Connors welcomes Dana Voges to discuss her remarkable journey from growing up visiting landfills on Take Your Kid to Work Day in Colorado, to leading reusable packaging innovation in Germany. Dana shares how SEA ME and their open pool system Zerooo are building a scalable, brand-agnostic reuse infrastructure for cosmetics and personal care — and what the rest of the world can learn from Germany's deposit return system.Key Topics Discussed:Dana's unique background: from Superfund site field trips and trash fashion shows to circular economy research at the Technical University of BerlinGermany's deposit return system (DRS) and why it works — and why the US lags behindWhat SEA ME is and how their reusable packaging model works for cosmetics and personal care productsThe Zerooo open pool system: a pay-per-use model that handles reverse logistics, washing, and redeployment for participating brandsThe origin of the Zerooo name and its triple infinity loop logoConsumer behavior as the hardest challenge in reuse systems — and how pre-fill models reduce frictionThe "chicken and egg" problem between retailers and brands, and how SEA ME is bringing both to the tableThe roller coaster analogy: why reuse systems require coordinating infrastructure, legislation, incentives, and behavior simultaneouslyHow parallel revenue from the SEA ME brand funded the system during early-stage high costsEconomies of scale: how wash costs for 10,000 bottles are nearly the same as for 1,000Aesthetics and wear: clever bottle design to prevent scuffing and maintain brand appearance across cyclesWhy metal containers present challenges for reuse: keepability, high upfront carbon footprint, visual inspection limitations, and consumer familiarityWhy glass and PET are the preferred materials for SEA ME's systemThe importance of integrating reuse systems with existing consumer habits (e.g., reusable bags, existing return infrastructure)SEA ME's current footprint: ~900 sale and return locations in Germany, with major European retail expansion underwayResources Mentioned:SEA MEZeroooEllen MacArthur Foundation Cradle to Cradle by Michael BraungartContact:Brands selling personal care, home care, wellness, or beauty products in PET bottles interested in joining the European Zerooo system can reach out to Dana Voges and the SEA ME team directly.Thank you for tuning in to Sustainable Packaging with Cory Connors!Support our Sponsors Learn more here:- 3M- Specright- Forest Connect with CoryConnect with Cory on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-connors/I'm here to help you make your packaging more sustainable! Reach out today and I'll get back to you asap. This podcast is an independent production and the podcast production is an original work of the author. All rights of ownership and reproduction are retained—copyright 2022.

Industrial Talk is onsite at Xcelerate 2026 and talking to Phillip Schupp, Reliability Engineering Manager at Mauser Packaging Solutions about "eMaint Deployment". Overview At Fluke's Xcelerate 2026 event, Phillip Schupp from Mauser Packaging Solutions discussed his role in implementing eMaint x5 across 17 facilities, training over 300 users. Phillip highlighted the challenges of migrating from the legacy system Hippo, emphasizing the importance of executive buy-in and a well-prepared team. He noted improvements in PM compliance and completion rates post-implementation. Phillip also shared his focus on rolling out a predictive program enterprise-wide, leveraging new tools like the II 905 acoustic imager and TI 75 plus thermal imager. The goal is to make the program self-funded and expand its reach. Outline Fluke's Xcelerate Event Overview Scott introduces the Industrial Talk podcast, highlighting Fluke's Xcelerate event.The event featured high-energy keynotes, hands-on predictive maintenance tools, and breakthrough AI diagnostics.Xcelerate proved to be a launch pad for smarter, faster, and more reliable operations.Listeners are encouraged to visit fluke.com for more information. Introduction to Industrial Talk Podcast Scott is dedicated to transferring industry-focused innovations and trends.The podcast aims to highlight the men and women who keep the world moving.Listeners are encouraged to put on their hard hats and work boots. Welcome to Xcelerate 2026 Scott welcomes listeners to the Industrial Talk podcast, broadcasting from Xcelerate 2026.The podcast celebrates industry professionals who innovate, collaborate, and solve problems daily.Scott mentions the presence of Fluke technology solutions at the event.Phillip Schupp from Mauser Packaging Solutions is introduced as the first guest. Phillip Schupp's Background and Role Phillip Schupp introduces himself as a reliability professional with a background in maintenance.He manages enterprise systems for Mauser Packaging Solutions, overseeing 24-25 sites across North America.Phillip led the implementation of eMaint x5 at 17 facilities last year, training over 300 users.He is currently working on migrating six remaining facilities to x5 from a legacy system called Hippo. Implementation of eMaint x5 Phillip discusses the challenges and successes of implementing eMaint x5 at Mauser.The project was driven by the need to replace the outdated Hippo system by December 2025.The implementation involved a 12-week Golden Master setup, followed by a site-by-site rollout.Phillip highlights the importance of executive buy-in and the involvement of reliability and operations teams. Challenges and Strategies in Implementation Phillip shares the challenges faced during the implementation, including data quality issues from the legacy system.He created a separate entity in eMaint to store legacy data for compliance purposes.The implementation team conducted a customer success factor workshop to refine their approach.Phillip emphasizes the importance of using standards based on best practices from different sites. Benefits of eMaint x5 Implementation Phillip notes that the implementation has led to more consistent and effective PMs.The compliance and completion rate of PMs have improved, as the focus shifted from quantity to quality.The new system has helped manage work orders better and prioritize tasks more effectively.Phillip plans to roll out a predictive program enterprise-wide, using new tools like the II 905 acoustic imager and TI 75 plus thermal imager. Future Focus and Predictive Program Phillip's new focus is on rolling out a predictive program enterprise-wide.He has already seen cost savings and success stories from pilot sites.The goal is to make the predictive program self-funded and justify headcount to expand the program.Phillip has been collaborating with industry experts to refine the predictive program. Closing Remarks and Contact Information Scott congratulates Phillip on his successful implementation and predictive program rollout.Phillip shares his contact information for listeners interested in learning more about eMaint and predictive programs.The podcast encourages listeners to reach out to Phillip for insights and advice on implementing reliability and predictive programs.The episode concludes with a reminder to stay tuned for future conversations on the Industrial Talk podcast. If interested in being on the Industrial Talk show, simply contact us and let's have a quick conversation. Finally, get your exclusive free access to the Industrial Academy and a series on “Why You Need To Podcast” for Greater Success in 2026. All links designed for keeping you current in this rapidly changing Industrial Market. Learn! Grow! Enjoy! 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