Conference Program
WED 29 SEPTEMBER
Technology and the global market
09:15 - 10:00 Introduction: global market overview
- An overview of the global label market
- Trends and growth region by region
- US market trends deep dive
Speakers:
Corey Reardon | President and CEO | AWA
Linnea Keen | President | TLMI
10:05 - 10:50 Digital embellishment technology
- Digital coating techniques explained
- What can digital embellishment achieve compared to plates and screens?
- Variable varnish, foiling and 3D effects
Speakers:
Hans Gerinckx | Vice President Global Sales and Channels | Flint Group Digital/Xeikon
Jim Kehring | West Coast Regional Sales Manager | AB Graphic International
10:55 - 11:40 Panel discussion: What are the benefits of hybrid printing?
- Optimal flexo+inkjet hybrid configurations
- ‘Digitizing’ the flexo press – inkjet modules and print bars
- Hybrid workflow considerations
Moderator:
Luis Rodriguez | North America Editor | Labels and Labeling
Panelists:
Taylor Buckthorpe | Director of Sales | Colordyne Technologies
Mike Pruitt | Industrial Printing Product Manager | Epson
Mark Turk | President and CEO | International Label and Printing
11:40 - 12:30 Lunch break and networking
12:30 - 13:10 Panel discussion: Should label converters diversify into flexible packaging?
- Does flexible packaging fit into your labeling operation?
- Understanding flexible packaging materials and constructions
- Key print and converting considerations
Moderator:
Linnea Keen | President | TLMI
Panelists:
Matt Bennett | Global Vice President Business Strategy, Packaging | Fujifilm North America Corporation
Bruce Hanson | CEO | AWT
Chris Baldwin | Sales Director | OMET Americas
13:15 - 14:00 Get smarter with the Internet of Things
- Adding ‘network intelligence’ to labels
- Cloud technology: consumer engagement and supply chain protection
- How will the Internet of Things impact labels and packaging?
Speaker:
Salisha Fingerhut | Market Development Manager, atma.io | Avery Dennison
14:00 - 15:00 Coffee and networking
15:00 End of conference
THU 30 SEPTEMBER
Future-proofing your business
09:15 - 10:00 Understanding data transparency
- Brand requirements for ‘frictionless’ data flow
- Understanding data exchange standards
- Establishing data links from converter to customer
Speaker:
Federico D'Annunzio | Founder and CEO | Transpar3nt.com
10:05 - 10:50 Panel discussion: How far can automation and Industry 4.0 go?
- ‘Lights out’ manufacturing. Myth or future reality?
- The autonomous printing press
- Machine learning and the intelligent label factory
Moderator:
Steve Metcalf | Chief Marketing and IoT Officer | Baldwin Technology
Panelists:
Michael Weyermann | VP Sales and Marketing | MPS
Mike Rottenborn | CEO | Global Graphics
Nate Hoogeboom | MIS Implementation Specialist | Cerm
Robert Buongiorno | President | BST North America
10:55 - 11:40 Panel discussion: How sustainable is your converting business?
- Vision: current sustainability priorities for the label converter
- Manufacturing: responsible use of natural resources
- End of life: recycling to circularity
Moderator:
Mike Ferrari | Founder and President | Ferrari Innovation Solutions
Panelists:
Julian Cass | VP North America NW | Flint Group
Kevin Clunie | VP Sales & Marketing and CELAB VP | Mactac
Abby Meyer | Research Engineer | Belmark
Danielle Jerschefske | Business Development Manager | Outlook Group
11:40 - 12:30 Lunch break and networking
12:30 - 13:10 Creating a culture of continuous improvement
- Aligning leadership with business process
- Resources you need to commit and benefits you can expect
- Overcoming obstacles to continuous improvement initiatives
Speaker:
Paul Brauss | Consultant and Executive Coach | Brauss Consulting
13:15 - 14:00 Panel discussion: How do you recruit and retain young talent?
- Key future knowledge and skill requirements for the label industry
- What aspects of company culture attract youth-oriented talent
- The industry leaders of tomorrow
Moderator:
Jordan Hart | Online Editor | Labels & Labeling
Panelists:
Elizabeth Yerecic | Key Account Manager | Yerecic Label
Katelyn Bohr | Director of Marketing | Colordyne Technologies
Nicole Rivera | Director of Administration and Operations | K Laser
Amy Chott | Student - Graphic Arts & Applied Sciences | Harper College, Chicago
14:00 - 15:00 Coffee and networking