Global Food & Beverage Packaging Summit

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Today Is Different.  Health, nutrition, public perception and brand authenticity are critical.

Competition Is Rampant.  Downward pressures on process and margin continue while distribution, material and other input costs are rising with demand.

The manner in which companies choose to convey brand identity and respond to these challenges will shape the future of packaging and the industry for years to come.

Benefits of Attending:

2013′s 2-day format will offer an exclusive senior level experience that focuses directly on effective package development and processes behind crafting the most effective consumer engaging packaging on shelves today.

Topics will include:

  • Consumer perception and current packaging design drivers
  • Evaluating the true balance of sustainability in packaging initiatives vs. external and pricing pressures
  • Branding and the evolution of packaging in changing demographics
  • New packaging concepts as consumers continue to shop online
  • Emerging technologies and material developments
  • Assessing disruptive changes in: Labeling, digital printing, augmented reality, modified atmosphere packaging (MAP), active packaging (AP) and more
  • Network with over 100 of your peers in a constructive atmosphere of innovation
Dennis YoungSpecialist, Professor Packaging Development Technology, MSU School of PackagingMegan DaumVice President Sustainability, Can Manufacturers Institute
Joseph HotchkissDirector, School of Packaging / Director, Center for Packaging Innovation and Sustainability, Michigan State UniversityDenise LefebvreVP, Global Beverage Packaging, PepsiCo

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