People of Packaging Podcast

PackExpo 2021 is in a week and we had on Laura Thompson from PMMI to talk about the show, safety, and to get you pumped to be there!   If you want to book some time with me at the show go to www.adampeek.com and click on the PackExpo link.  Proud to partnering with Specright! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/peopleofpackaging/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discus...

A brand new 1.2 million square foot facility is coming to Utah and Adam got to do a live in person interview with the GM of Vobev ( www.vobev.com ) just last week.  Eric walks us through his journey and he and Adam talk about the importance of condensing the can supply chain to be vertically integrated under one roof. Make sure you follow their disruption at Vobev.com Thanks to PackIOT for their s...

You will want to WATCH this interview as much as listen. It's really quite amazing how Hernan weaves a story in around his journey into the packaging industry and how he is challenging the status quo of design to delivery incredible results through his company www.tridimage.com . If you want to deliver a challenge to the status quo, make sure you check out our partner, Specright at www.specright.c...

Sponsored by Specright!  Are you tired of managing your specs in spreadsheets, PDFs, or relying on suppliers to do it for you? Learn how Specright can help you digitize and take control of your data to drive sustainability reporting, SKU rationalization, and more.  Go to specright.com/pkg to learn more today. Adam sits down with Kate Kalivoda and we talk about the upcoming Bioengineered Labeling l...

If you want to get access to the State of Digital Maturity for the Packaging industry, check out what PackIOT put together at https://packiot.com/digitalmaturity/ Greg Constantine, co-founder of Air Company, along with his team are creating products using the carbon that's in the air! Super interesting movement happening with carbon capture. You can connect with Air Company at https://aircompany.c...

Huge shout out to our sponsor, PackIOT - change your game by going to www.packiot.com to learn more Charlie Webb is the guest today! He's an incredible wealth of knowledge around medical device packaging and is also the host of SPOT Radio Connect with him at https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlie-webb-cppl-1367b813/ or send him an email charlie@vanderstahl.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor...

A new episode with Sara Miltenberger who is making climate cool! 2 ways she suggests to make a difference today 1) Keep brands accountable through engaging on IG. They listen 2) Wait 48 hours before making a purchase. Connect with her on IG (@makeclimatecool) Follow her podcast - Make Climate Cool. It’s dope! She’s also on Clubhouse 👋 Please remember to like, share and subscribe! --- Support this...

Avallen is changing how we will think about the drinks we consume and they set out to build the most sustainable spirits brand in the world!   Listen to Tim talk with Adam about all the incredible work they are doing for the planet all while delivering a great tasking drink   Connect with Tim on Linkedin ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/timetheringtonjudge/ )   Make sure you also read their latest PR...

If you're wondering how to get started on building your personal brand and making some extra income online, I HIGHLY recommend the IAPP course from Justin Welsh. It's actionable and the absolute best value on the market! Go to https://gumroad.com/a/176591987/xMjHA or to www.peopleofpackaging.com and click sponsors to check it out! This episode is with Andy Kurtts ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy...

We continue on with some incredible guests on the show and Adam is joined by the incredible Matthew Wright from Specright. Hear about the story of Specright and how Matthew got it all going! You can connect up with the team at Specright by going to www.specright.com or email matthew@specright.com or laura@specright.com . Join brands like P and G, Beyond Meat, and Taylor Farms. Head to their site a...

What a great way to end the month with the incredible, Beth Smith from Sticker Giant! At Sticker Giant ( www.stickergiant.com ) they believe every sticker has a story and we believe every person has a story! What a great match. If you want to find ways for your stickers, labels, packaging, and brand to tell a better story, make sure you support our partner, Continuum XR ( https://www.continuum-xr....

It finally happened! Deborah and Adam got to connect and talk printing, packaging, and personal branding. First, if you're wondering how your print and packaging is connecting with your brand and your customers, you should check out one of our podcast supporters, Retail Aware. They are bringing brands, retailers, and partners real time in store shopping data that has been missing forever. You can...

Thanks to the IOPP (Institute of Packaging Professionals) for being a supporter of the podcast. Head over to www.iopp.org and snag your membership today! Let them know Adam Peek sent you ;) Today's episode is with the CFR (Chief Feather Ruffler) of Archer Roose Wines, Marian Leitner-Waldman You can find their product in stores or online at www.archerroose.com and check out their focus on People, P...

Today's episode is straight fire and is brought to you by Retail Aware. Make sure you know your shopper and get real time data analytics on how your products and packaging are performing in the retail environment. Go to www.retailaware.com and contact them today Shawn drops some great knowledge on the state of recycling and what the folks at Hi Cone are doing to improve it. They are closing the lo...

Episode 2 is now LIVE and you will definitely not want to miss my interview with the Executive Chairman of Packsize, Hanko Kiessner . His story of coming to the US from Germany and using his father's technology to help revolutionize our e-Commerce shipping and change the world is remarkable. Make sure you connect with Packsize at https://www.packsize.com/ and request your free evaluation! You can...

Megan is on a mission to P.I.M.P your packaging. She brings a joy to her job coupled with a systematic approach to bring your projects to life. Please connect up with Megan at https://www.linkedin.com/in/megangamble/   This episode is sponsored by Fortis Solutions Group. Fortis is a leading manufacturer of labels, flexible packaging, shrink sleeves, folding cartons, and label applicators. If you a...

Well, a lot happened this season, especially in Ted's life and we wanted to wrap this up with his crazy year and why you should be excited to hear more from him in Season 4 coming this May Also, Adam's TEDx talk on Packaging came out this week. Check it out at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-WOBqfJM2lk&t=3s --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/peopleofpackaging/support This is a public...

HUGE thanks to DocXellent for their Season 3 sponsorship of the Podcast. Head over to www.peopleofpackaging.com and get your eBook and stop dealing with all of those loose and irregular specifications. Likewise, make sure you check out what Lisa and the brandkey team are doing by taking their 30 day virtual press check challenge https://brandkeygraphics.com/f/take-our-30-day-challenge or connect w...

If you want to learn more from Brian, please connect up with him over at https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-sanner-19338491/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/peopleofpackaging/support 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 much overdue episode, I got to chat with Cory Connors from Orora Landsberg about a ton of things from social selling to his non profit! Connect with Cory on TikTok @corygated Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-connors-780b9993/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/peopleofpackaging/support This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or...

I had a great time chatting with CBX partner and packaging design visionary, Satoru Wakeshima about some amazing recent projects! Connect with Satoru - https://www.linkedin.com/in/satoru-wakeshima-6762785/ Connect with CBX - https://cbx.com/ Support the pod - www.peopleofpackaging.com Get a sweet packaging email every day - www.packaging.tips --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/peopleofpac...

Remember to support the podcast by going to www.peopleofpackaging.com to get your free eBook from DocXellent ALSO! Join the www.packaging.tips newsletter to get your daily packaging industry newsletter. You can connect with George on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-w-dempsey-jr-06b43154/ Check out what's going on with Raptor Packaging - https://raptorpackaging.com/ Please remember to...

First of all, make SURE you connect up with Chemere at https://www.linkedin.com/in/chemeremathis/ , she's graduating in May and you will love her conviction and knowledge and story here. Also, you need to head over to www.packaging.tips to help the team there give away $250 and feature your company. We would love if you put People of Packaging in the Company link ;) Finally, this season is sponsor...

We kick off March Madness with 2 episodes featuring current college students with this week's episode with Dee Sridhar. Dee is a dynamic communicator and passionate about sustainability. Connect up with her over on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/dekshitha-sridhar/ You can help us win the March Madness challenge by going to www.packaging.tips and subscribing to their newsletter and putting...

The first professional athlete we've ever had on the podcast! Jib Hunt is the CEO of Kemper Snowboards ( www.kemper-snowboards.com ) and he is reviving a classic snowboard brand. This former pro rider turned designer and marketer drops some knowledge in this can't miss interview! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/peopleofpackaging/support This is a public episode. If you would like to di...