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AICC, The Independent Packaging Association, announced an upcoming webinar, Scoring Big in Sales: Using the Moneyball Strategy to Transform Your Sales Model, available to AICC members at no cost. The webinar, scheduled for Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. ET, promises to equip participants with a formulaic approach to driving…

AICC, The Independent Packaging Association, announced the addition of Rebecca Rendon as Senior Manager of Education and Training. With an impressive background in the packaging industry, Rebecca brings a wealth of knowledge and hands-on experience to her new role, where she will support the development and implementation of educational initiatives to…

Vanguard Companies announced the appointment of two National Account Managers: Jerry Solberg and Chadd Lenartowicz. “We are excited to welcome Chadd and Jerry to Vanguard Companies where their industry insight, retail expertise, and passion will help drive new growth opportunities,” said Chris Cummings, Executive Vice President of Sales. “Working with our…

TAPPI announced two new members recently elected to the Corrugated Packaging Council (CPC): Danny Lopez, VP, New Machinery Sales, The Haire Group, and Tom Staal, Director of Management Systems, Coastal Containers. The CPC acts as the governing body of TAPPI’s Corrugated Packaging Division, developing strategic plans, press products and events. Lopez…

Kolbus America announced that Daniel Medina will be joining the service team as a Field Service Technician. With nearly a decade of experience at Kolbus Mexico and extensive training in Germany with Kolbus GmbH, Medina brings a wealth of expertise and a deep commitment to customer satisfaction. During Medina’s tenure with…

Ryan Vest has been named Director for North America for Anderson & Vreeland, Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of flexographic printing supplies and equipment. With a career that spans almost 30 years in the flexographic industry, Vest contributes an array of expertise to the team. He will assist the Anderson &…

AICC, The Independent Packaging Association, announced that Finn MacDonald of Independent II/Hood Container has been awarded the AICC Champion Award during this year’s SuperCorrExpo. This annual award is presented to an AICC member who has made outstanding contributions to advancing the Association’s membership efforts. As a long-serving and dedicated Membership Committee…

The Flexographic Technical Association Board of Directors and Foundation of FTA Board of Trustees named Nathan Ridnouer as the association’s new President. As president, Ridnouer will lead FTA’s day-to-day operations, manage its various business units, and establish short and long-term strategic plans that enable the Association to evolve to meet its…

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Harry Rohde, a visionary in the corrugated packaging industry and a cherished family man. Harry passed away peacefully at the age of 95 on September 11, 2024, in Las Vegas, Nevada, surrounded by his family. Born on July 2, 1929,…

AICC, The Independent Packaging Association, announced the election of a new slate of officers held September 10 during SuperCorrExpo. The new leadership team will guide AICC through the year, continuing to uphold the it’s commitment to education, advocacy, and innovation within the independent packaging sector. AICC’s Officers and Directors for 2024-2025…