PMMI Foundation Partners With FIRST To Advance STEM Education The PMMI Foundation, the charitable arm of PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, announced its official Alliance Partnership with FIRST. This partnership marks a significant step in PMMI Foundation’s ongoing commitment to developing the future manufac- turing workforce by supporting hands-on STEM education and robotics competitions. The PMMI Foundation was invited to join this partner- ship due to its contributions through the PMMI U Skills Fund. In 2024, the PMMI Foundation provided nearly $300,000 in funding to support FIRST Robotics Competi- tion teams, empowering students to gain real-world expe- rience in automation, engineering, and problem-solving. “Our partnership with FIRST aligns perfectly with PM- MI’s mission to build a strong pipeline of skilled workers for the packaging and processing industry,” says Kate Fio- rianti, director, workforce development, PMMI. “Through our continued investment, we are providing students with the tools, resources, and mentorship they need to explore careers in robotics, engineering, and manufacturing.” As part of this partnership, PMMI Foundation represen- tatives will attend two regional competitions and the FIRST Championship in Houston in 2025, engaging with stu- dents, mentors, and industry leaders to further strength-
en the connection between robotics and the packaging industry. FIRST Robotics Competition challenges students to design, build, and program industrial-size robots to per- form complex tasks in a competitive setting. These expe- riences not only enhance technical skills but also foster teamwork, critical thinking, and leadership — essential skills for careers in modern manufacturing. For more information, visit pmmifoundation.org . Registration Open For Amplify Print Finishing & Embellishment Event Amplify, the Print Finishing & Embellishment Event, a col- laborative venture of WhatTheyThink and the Foil & Spe- cialty Effects Association (FSEA), will include an exhibition and educational program spotlighting the entire print fin- ishing and embellishment value chain. The three-day ex- perience will take place June 10-12 in Rosemont (Chicago), Illinois at the Rosemont Convention Center. “We are excited to include more roll-to-roll label foil and embellishment technology at this year’s Amplify Print. Brands continue to see the benefits of embellishments for labels and packaging,” stated FSEA Executive Director, Jeff Peterson. For more information, as well as registration, hotel and a list of exhibitors, visit amplifyprint.org . To register for Amplify, visit amplifyprint.org/attend .
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