People of Packaging Podcast

About the Guest(s): Jennifer Jablonski: Jennifer is a Business Development Manager at Graphic Packaging, focusing on the Boardio product. With a background at Graphic Packaging prior to AR Packaging's acquisition, Jennifer is pivotal in expanding Boardio/s market presence and sustainability initiatives. Max Goodman: Max is the Senior Product Manager for Boardio at Graphic Packaging. He has been in...

About the Guest(s): Doug Gibson is the founder and CEO of Infigo, a company specializing in web-to-print solutions designed to streamline printing processes. With over 14 years of experience leading Infigo since its inception in 2010, Doug has successfully expanded the company's global footprint, particularly strengthening its presence in North America. Originally a Scotsman, Doug's professional j...

Key Takeaways: * The People of Packaging podcast originated from a chance meeting between Adam Peek and Ted Taitt at a packaging event in New York. * Ted Taitt brings a unique blend of expertise with a background in mechanical engineering and a long history in both the packaging industry and music production. * The episode reflects on the growth and transformation of the podcast, particularly duri...

About the Guest(s): Kari Warberg Block is the innovative founder of EarthKind, a company renowned for its eco-friendly pest control solutions. As the daughter of an entomologist yet possessing a natural ethos about nature, Kari embarked on creating sustainable, humane pest control methods. Her product line, which steers clear from traditional toxic pesticides, has found massive success, selling ov...

About the Guest(s): Charlie Grace is the co-founder of Night Owl Martini, a burgeoning brand in the ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktail segment. Based in New York City, Charlie brings a wealth of expertise from the beverage industry, focusing particularly on innovative and consumer-oriented solutions in alcoholic drinks. His experience includes developing unique products that cut down on preparation tim...

About the Guest(s): Johnny Locarni is the founder of Magic Cactus, a pioneering company in the hemp beverage industry aiming to offer the most effective alcohol alternatives on the market. With a professional background that spans finance, film and television, Johnny ventured into the cannabis industry almost by accident but quickly found a niche serving the more cannabis-curious and lighter consu...

About the Guest(s): Sid Banthiya is an esteemed advisor and investor with a wealth of experience in consumer businesses. He began his career in investment banking with UBS and Credit Suisse, where he developed a strong foundation in finance. Sid transitioned into executive roles at prominent consumer brands like Blue Apron and Milk Bar, where he honed his expertise in financial strategy, operation...

About the Guest(s): Manya Rubenstein is the co-founder and CEO of the Industrious Spirit Company (ISCO). Originally from New York, she has made her mark in Rhode Island with her passion for sustainable and regenerative farming practices. Her professional journey started in publishing, but she later transitioned into the spirits industry, where she combines storytelling with a dedication to environ...

About the Guest(s): Alyssa Summers is the CEO of Print Base, a company specializing in providing marketing tools and services to commercial printing companies. She has a background from St. Ambrose University and is dedicated to assisting print businesses in optimizing their digital marketing efforts, even when operating on limited resources. John Bracamontes serves as the CMO of Print Base, bring...

About the Guest(s): Evelio Mattos is the host of the Packaging Unboxed Podcast and an expert in sustainable packaging. Known for his innovative approaches and thought leadership in the packaging industry, Mattos brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to his discussions. Adam Peek is a notable figure in the packaging sector, renowned for his insightful observations on packaging design and AI....

About the Guest(s): Rocky Batzel Rocky Batzel is the innovative inventor and CEO of Snapslide, a breakthrough company in the packaging industry. Hailing from Scranton, Pennsylvania, Rocky embarked on a journey to revolutionize child-resistant packaging after observing his family members struggle with conventional pill bottles. His entrepreneurial spirit led him from medical school into the world o...

This episode is meant to take you onto the Burlington Island trash clean up. The fine people over at Spearhead Project Earth have been going onto this island every Thursday to clean up trash for 3 years and have removed over 15,000 lbs of it. Insane. I joined them during climate week in NYC and did my best to document the trip. I’ll be curious how Deciphr.ai gets the show notes done! About the Spo...

About the Guest(s): Taylor Foxman is a seasoned professional in the beverage and cannabis industries. Starting her career in public relations and communications, she worked with major companies like Jameson Irish Whiskey and Beyond Meat. Taylor holds a degree from Boston University and has since built a successful career connecting beverage startups with investors, partners, and media outlets. She...

This is the replay from last Monday, but you can tune in right NOW and catch the live show Click this link and tap in to join the conversation on the paperization of packaging on LinkedIn. About the Sponsors: Specright has some amazing things happening! Please check them out below and help support the podcast! * Specright eBook - How to define sustainable packaging strategies! * Gartner Report * P...

About the Guest(s): Steffen Haaga is a professional with extensive experience in the MIS (Management Information Systems) sector, specifically within the packaging industry. He currently holds a significant position at Cerm, a Belgium-based company known for its advanced MIS solutions tailored for labels, flexible packaging, and folding carton markets. Steffen's expertise lies in optimizing produc...

About the Guest(s): Alex Bullock: Alex Bullock is the Business Development Manager for Omet in the United States. Currently living in Florida, Alex has been with the company for almost three years. He specializes in helping clients adopt and implement Omet’s innovative printing technologies, providing localized support and personalized consultations for various projects. Omet, an Italian company,...

About the Guest(s): Jan de Roeck is the Marketing Director for Industry Relations and Strategy at Esko. With numerous years of experience in the corporate marketing team, Jan specializes in public relations and serves as a storyteller for Esko. He is highly knowledgeable about the packaging and label industry, focusing particularly on the interaction between consumers and packaging. Jan's role enc...

About the Guest(s): Steve Lynn : Steve Lynn is the Director of Labels and Packaging for Durst North America. Originally from Northern England, he has over 25 years of industry experience in inkjet technology. Having served in the Air Force and worked with various companies in the inkjet sector, Steve has been part of the Durst team for seven years. Over this period, he has notably focused on intro...

About the Guest(s): Mel Bishop III is the Global Market Manager and Vice President of Sales for North America at Actega. Mel has over 20 years of experience in the printing and labels industry, providing strategic oversight and guiding market development globally, including North America, EMEA, Asia Pacific, China, and Brazil. With a background rooted in Charlotte, North Carolina, Mel is focused o...

About the Guest(s): Anthony Memme : Anthony Memme is the Digital Print Manager at Atlantic Packaging, with a storied career spanning over three decades in the printing industry. Beginning his journey straight out of university, he's worked at notable organizations such as SGSco before joining Atlantic Packaging. Anthony holds a background in graphic communications and management from Ryerson Unive...

You can go get the Google Plastic Free Packaging guide for free! Connect with Miguel on LinkedIn! About the Guest(s): Miguel Arevalo is a distinguished member of Google's packaging team. With extensive expertise in sustainable packaging solutions, Miguel has significantly contributed to Google's transition to plastic-free packaging. His role involves collaborating with various partners and leverag...

Hear all about what the team at US Plastics Pact is doing and check out their Roadmap 2.0 Thanks to CEO Jonathan Quinn for joining the Packaging Today show! Follow him on LinkedIn About the Guest(s): Jonathan Quinn Jonathan Quinn serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the US Plastics Pact. With a rich background in flexible packaging, Jonathan has consistently demonstrated his commitment to adva...

About the Guest(s): **Adam Millman and Danny Neeson** are the co-founders of De Nada Tequila, a pioneering brand in the spirits industry, particularly known for being the first to package tequila in aluminum containers. Both Adam and Danny hail from the New York City area and met at Tulane University. Their entrepreneurial journey began with a sustainable clothing line called "Pine Outfitters." Th...

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I guess the intro was too steamy for the Google machines to handle… About the Sponsors: Specright has some amazing things happening! Please check them out below and help support the podcast! * Specright eBook - How to define sustainable packaging strategies! * Gartner Report * Packaging Pros eBook * Home Page * Book a demo with Specright Meyers has some incredible sustainable packaging options! *...