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Packaging Perception Is Not Always Reality by Greg Kishbaugh T wo Sides Europe has released two recent reports focusing on consumers in the United States and Europe and their percep- tions toward print, paper, and paper packaging. The reports demonstrates the awareness in the United States has
Uteco, a manufacturer in the printing and converting industry, held an Open House, May 11-12 at its headquarters in Verona, Italy. Uteco’s demo center, the Conver- drome, welcomed more than 190
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approved, nominally, and that for European consumers miscon- ceptions about the environmental impact of the paper industry remain. The 2023 study encapsulating Europe found that consumers still perceive forests as decreasing in size, with 60 percent be- lieving European forests are shrinking, although this number has improved since 2021 from 64 percent. The number of consumers who understand European forests are actually growing in size has (Cont’d on Page 3)
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improved to 15 percent in 2023 compared to 10 percent in 2021. The truth is, European forests are growing in size, and between 2005 and 2020, grew by a 58,390 square kilometers — an area larger than Switzer- land and the equivalent to 1,500 football pitches of forest growth every day. The survey also showed regional differences in understanding: • Italy has the highest number of consumers (71 percent) who believe European forests are reduc- ing in size; Finland has the lowest number of consumers (48 percent) who believe European forests are reduc- ing in size; • Denmark has the highest number of consum- ers (24 percent) who believe European forests are growing; • Only 9 percent of UK consumers believe that European forests are growing; In the UK, there has been a shift in the way 18- 24 year olds (Gen Z) think. In 2021, they had the highest belief that forests are shrinking (69 per- cent) whereas, in 2023, they had the lowest belief that forests are shrinking (44 percent). Likewise, this age group has the highest number of consum- Packaging Perception (Cont’d from Page 1)
ers who believe European forests are growing (31 percent). Another common misconception about paper is the amount that is recycled. The survey found that only 18 percent of European consumers understood that the paper recycling rate exceeds 60 percent. Again, this has improved slightly from 2021 when it was 16 percent. The survey showed that 41 percent of European consumers believe that paper and pa- per packaging is wasteful. In reality, Europe’s paper recycling rate is currently 74 percent, with paper packaging even higher at 83 percent. • In 2020, a total of 56 million tons of paper was collected and recycled in Europe; • Belgium has the highest number of consumers (26 percent) who believe the European recycling rate exceeds 60 percent; • Denmark has the lowest number of consumers (13 percent) who believe the European recycling rate exceeds 60 percent; • 67 percent of consumers think only recycled pa- per should be used. Paper and print products are among the lowest greenhouse gas emitters at 0.83 percent, whereas the ICT industry accounts for more than 2 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions (as much as
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Flint Group Launches PRISM Sustainability Framework Flint Group has outlined its plans to reduce its environmental impact under its new sustainability framework. The company’s PRISM sustainability framework includes a range of targets such as circular econo- my product development, reducing operational im- pacts, and building a diverse workforce. Plans include Flint Group’s recent commitment to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), with the company reducing carbon emissions in line with the 1.5°C scenario set out in the goals of the Paris Agreement. Different Colors In the same way a glass prism separates white light into different colors, the company’s PRISM framework breaks the complexity of sustainability down into three essential parts: Products, People, and the Planet. It is designed to embed sustainabil- ity into the business, focusing on the most critical issues affecting the organization, its customers, and its stakeholders. Specifically by designing products for the circular economy, helping customers be more efficient, and lowering the carbon footprint of its core products.
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In addition to the Onyx Go, Uteco introduced the pre-release of Sleevebot, reportedly the fastest sleeve changeover robot on the market.
Uteco treated guests to a wide range of Italian de- lights; cooks prepared authentic Italian pizzas on- site, and the event also featured La Romana gelato. The festivities continued into the evening with a dinner at the historic Palazzo Verità Poeta, located in Verona’s city center. On May 12, Uteco extended its hospitality by in- viting attendees to a wine tasting experience at the Tenuta Masi Canova, nestled near the Garda Lake in Lazise.
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Miraclon Recognizes Channel Partners
Miraclon recognized its top channel partners for their sales, marketing and technical efforts in its annual Channel Partner Awards Program, launched last year. With the award scoring system assessing the company’s sales performance and market devel- opment initiatives in all commercial, marketing and technical areas, Proveedora Gráfica GX in Mexico was named the Global Channel Partner Award Win- ner for their strong performance during 2022. “Proveedora Gráfica GX worked tirelessly through- out 2022 to demonstrate the value proposition, ef- ficiency benefits and financial savings that KODAK FLEXCEL NX Technology offers trade shops and converters, which saw them upgrading customers to larger format systems, helping trade shops grow their FLEXCEL NX Plate volumes, and driving the adoption of PureFlexo Printing at a number of sites,” said Grant Blewett, Chief Commercial Offi- cer for Miraclon. “They also did an excellent job overcoming industry wide inflation and price pres- sures, and continued to grow despite these chal- lenges. This included making sizable marketing in- vestments by participating in local trade shows and completing technical training.” Miraclon also announced its top channel partners in each regional territory: • Asia Pacific Region Winner: Kamitani, Japan • Asia Pacific Region Runner-Up: Ideal Marketing & Manufacturing Corporation, Philippines • Europe, Africa & Middle-East Region Winner: DigiPrint Technologies, Pakistan • Europe, Africa & Middle-East Region Runner-up: Amos CZ, a.s., Czech Republic • Latin America Region Winner: Imagex Color, Peru Vetaphone Joins Flexo Xperience Center Vetaphone has become a partner of the Flexo Xperience Center (FXC) in Atlanta, Georgia. The FXC is a 1,200-square-meter facility designed for in-person and virtual events that give flexo in- dustry companies and personnel an opportunity to learn about emerging technology and train staff in the process of improving workflow. The FXC brings the flexo industry together by in- volving suppliers, printers, converters, brand own- ers and CPGs, along with students and education- al institutions that have a unique opportunity for hands-on learning, research, and access to intern- ships by networking with industry leaders.
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FPA Announces 2023 Board Of Directors
The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA), an ad- vocate for the U.S. flexible packaging industry, has announced the election of its 2023 Board of Directors.
William Jackson, Ph.D., Chief Technology Officer, Amcor Flexi- bles, is the new Chair of the FPA Board of Directors. Jackson suc- ceeds Kathy Bolhous, CEO of Char- ter Next Generation, who served as Chair of the FPA Board of Directors from March 2021 – March 2023.
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The 2023 Board of Directors were elected by FPA voting members via ballot for a one-year term, ex- cept the Chair’s two-year term, and assumed their directorship on March 29, 2023, during the FPA An- nual Meeting held March 29-30, 2023, in Amelia Is- land, Florida. New Board Newly appointed Directors include Evan Arnold, Glenroy, Inc.; Sean Bowie, Bryce Corporation; Ri- tika Kalia, Dow; Nicki Kerrigan, Flint Group; and David Nunes, Hosokawa Alpine American, Inc. The 2023 FPA Board of Directors includes: William Jackson, Ph.D., Chief Technology Officer, Amcor Flexibles, Chair of the Board Kathy Bolhous, CEO, Charter Next Generation, Immediate Past Chair of the Board Guenther Hering, Vice President, Flexible Packag- ing NA, Henkel Corporation, Treasurer Executive Committee Members at Large: Curt Begle, Berry Global Stan Bikulege, Novolex Dhuanne Dodrill, PAXXUS, Inc. Russell Grissett, Sonoco Flexible Packaging Kevin Keneally, PPC Flexible Packaging David Love, Printpack President & CEO (non-voting member): Alison Keane, Esq., IOM, CAE, Flexible Packaging Association Directors: Evan Arnold, Glenroy, Inc. Todd Becker, NOVA Chemicals, Inc. Sean Bowie, Bryce Corporation Jarred Carter, Siegwerk Laura Clark, Sealed Air Corporation Tricia DeLaney, ExxonMobil Chemical Company
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all air traffic). If left unchecked, the ICT footprint could increase to 14 percent of global emissions by 2040. Despite this, 56 percent of European con- sumers surveyed in the report think electronic com- munication is more environmentally friendly than paper communication. Whilst again, this figure has improved from 2021 (60 percent), it still underlines the ongoing misconceptions around the sustain- ability of both the paper and electronic communi- cations. Environmental Impact As U.S. consumers become increasingly aware of the environmental impacts of the products they use every day, there remains a wide gap between perception and reality when it comes to the sus- tainability of paper products – but the gap has nar- rowed over the past two years. Overall, 44 percent of consumers believe paper products are bad for the environment, down from 48 percent in 2021. Packaging Perception (Cont’d from Page 3)
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Fifty-five percent of those surveyed believe U.S. forests are shrinking, an improvement over 2021, when 60 percent of consumers said they believe U.S. forest area is decreasing. The facts: U.S. forest area grew by 18 million acres between 1990 and 2020, according to the U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization’s most recent Global Forest Resources Assessment. That’s an area equivalent to 1,200 NFL football fields every day. According to the survey, only 12 percent of con- sumers know the U.S. recycling rate exceeds 60 percent, up from 11 percent in 2021. Four in 10 consumers believe the paper recycling rate is less than 30 percent. The facts: More than two-thirds (68 percent) of all paper and paper-based packag- ing in the U.S. is recycled, and more than 91 per- cent of corrugated cardboard is recycled according to the American Forest and Paper Association. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) re- ports that paper is the most recycled material in
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the country, compared to plastics at 9 percent, glass at 25 percent and metals at 34 percent. Sixty-eight percent of U.S. consumers surveyed believe that electronic communication is more en- vironmentally friendly than print on paper, up from 67 percent in 2021. Greenhouse Gas The EPA reports that the pulp and paper industry accounts for only 0.6 percent of total U.S. green- house gas (GHG) emissions – which isn’t surprising since 64 percent of the energy needs at U.S. pulp and paper mills are met using renewable, carbon neutral biofuels, mostly biomass. In contrast, the rapidly expanding information communication technology (ICT) industry has a growing carbon footprint arising from GHGs re- leased during all stages of the electronics life cycle. A recent meta-analysis (Freitag, Berners-Lee, et al, 2022) estimates the ICT industry is responsible for up to 3.9 percent of global GHG emissions and that those emissions will continue to increase without both regulatory and industrial intervention. Unlike the recycling of paper products, only 15 percent of the approximately 7 million metric tons of e-waste generated in the United States each year gets recycled, according to the 2020 Global E-waste Monitor. Mondi To Modernize Dynäs Kraft Paper Mill In Sweden Mondi, a provider of sustainable packaging and paper, is upgrading its Dynäs pulp and paper mill in Sweden. The modernization program will report- edly increase efficiency and further improve the overall environmental performance of the mill to meet customer demand for sustainable paper and paper-based packaging solutions. The Dynäs mill produces speciality kraft papers, used for a variety of paper-based packaging solu- tions for industrial and consumer industries. The project includes the installation and upgrade of machinery and equipment such as a new cook- ing plant and bark boiler, which will improve the mill’s energy efficiency. Upgrades will also further reduce air and water emissions, and result in better wood utilisation at the mill. The Swedish Land and Environmental Court (Mark-och Miljödomstolen) approved Mondi’s works application in March 2023. Construction is expected to be completed by the end of 2026. Packaging Perception (Cont’d from Page 7)
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Baldwin Releases Narrow Web Printing eBook Baldwin Technology Co. Inc. has launched a new set of resources for narrow web printers at Prin- tEnomics.com, centered on a new eBook entitled “Untangling the Web,” analyzing trends facing the industry and how narrow web printers can success- fully navigate them. Baldwin is a global manufacturer and supplier of process-automation equipment, parts, service and consumables for the printing, packaging, textile, plastic film extrusion and corrugated industries. The new narrow web eBook is the latest addi- tion to its PrintEnomic$ resource hub, which hous- es separate eBooks, videos, testimonials, podcasts, instructional guides and industry organization and trade publication links. This custom content is care- fully curated to help printers maximize profitability in the narrow web, corrugated and offset printing spaces. Baldwin interviewed customers, reviewed the lat- est reporting, spoke with fellow industry experts, and consulted with its in-house engineering team to ascertain and explore three primary trends currently impacting narrow web printers: Sustainability, brand and product integrity, and labor challenges. Download “Untangling the Web” at printenomics. com. DRG Technologies Acquires La Fiesta Label & Packaging DRG Technologies, a provider of labeling and packaging solutions, has acquired La Fiesta Label & Packaging Systems, a provider of labeling solutions in Chandler, Arizona. The acquisition will expand DRG Technolo- gies’ product portfolio with the addition of shrink sleeves, flexible packaging, digital, board stock, and strengthen its presence in the labeling and packag- ing industry. With this acquisition, DRG Technologies will have access to La Fiesta’s technology and expertise, en- abling the company to offer a wider range of label- ing solutions to its customers. The company plans to invest in new technologies and resources to further strengthen its product of- ferings and capabilities. DRG Technologies and La Fiesta Label & Pack- aging Systems will work together over the coming months to integrate their operations and products, with no disruption to customer service during the transition.
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Adheso-Graphics, Inc. www.adheso-graphics.com
AGI manufactures, distributes and converts current technology flexo mounting tapes and backing sys - tems for corrugated plate mounting. Flexstik hard vinyl, FlexSoft, bi.esse brand, Gold Series. Thin tapes for sleeve and Narrow web plate mounting. Specialty tapes that cover the vast thick - ness range requirements and specific adhesion systems for all flexo mounting requirements. We provide technical service and problem solving ser - vices for unique customers & applications. A&V manufactures a complete line of photopolymer plate processing systems and is a leading distribu - tor of flexographic platemaking materials. A&V also sells digital imaging systems and software specifical - ly designed for flexography. Apex International www.apexinternational.com Anderson & Vreeland, Inc. www.andersonvreeland.com Apex International is an award-winning global lead - er of anilox rolls, sleeves, glue sets, metering prod - ucts, and print maintenance solutions. With five production facilities on four continents, a grow - ing portfolio of clients in over 80 countries, and a high-performance continuous-improvement culture, Apex’s mission is the customer’s production suc - cess. Through technical innovation, service, and manufacturing precision, Apex delivers reliable, durable, and predictable metering solutions to its client’s presses every day. ARC International www.ARCInternational.com ARC International is a world leader in the manufac - turing of roller products for flexography. The latest nanotechnology laser engraving in our Charlotte and Las Vegas manufacturing facilities ensures superior quality and consistency in anilox rollers. Eaglewood Technologies, LLC www.eaglewoodtech.com Eaglewood Technologies provides the award-winning Sitexco Laser Systems, Sanilox ™ Systems and Sani- Blast ™ Mobile Service. Sitexco Laser Systems are the latest technology in anilox roll cleaning and are perfect for packaging and label printers. Sanilox ™ Systems are the global standard of reliable, environmentally safe anilox roll cleaning. Sani-Blast ™ cleaning service has been cleaning rolls for over 20 years and offer several cleaning options to minimize downtime.
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Imageworx To Host Event For Innovation Center Imageworx will officially open the new Image- worx Innovation Center at a grand opening, open house, June 27-28 in Levittown, Pennsylvania. The two-day event will feature more than 35 vendors, showcasing their latest label, shrink sleeve and package printing technologies. The education, equipment demonstration and net- working agenda will repeat on the event’s second day, so attendees can select which day to attend that is most convenient. The morning’s program will be highlighted by in- troductions and technology overviews. During the afternoon, visitors will have the opportunity to visit with and view equipment demos of whichever ven- dors pique their interest. The centerpieces of the Imageworx Innovation Center are the made-in-Italy Lombardi Synchroline 430 UV flexo press and a Lombardi Digistar 430 UV flexo finishing machine. The Synchroline press fea- tures nine flexo print stations with cold foil, a turn bar, a Domino K600i inkjet industrial printer and a BST Tubescan 100 percent inspection system. In addition to the Lombardi equipment, also being showcased is a FlexoMatrix plate mounter from Leh-
ner, slitter rewinders from KOR Engineering, an an- ilox cleaning and parts washing system from Alpha- sonic, and much more. Among participating vendor partners that will be on hand are Miraclon, Harper, Cyngient, Kocher + Beck, UPM Raflatac, Apex, Air- Trim, Berkeley Machinery, Web Techniques, Label Traxx, Spinnaker, Wausau Coated, Klockner Penta- plast, Phoseon, FLEXcon, Lohmann, Kutz, Universal Engraving and tesa. Labelexpo Mexico 2023 Welcomes 6,000 Visitors The inaugural Labelexpo Mexico 2023 exhibi- tion, held at the World Trade Center in Mexico City, attracted 5,878 visitors from 46 countries and 145 exhibitors. While the great majority of visitors (80 percent) were from Mexico, there were significant num- bers from the United States, China, Columbia, Brazil, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Peru, Ecuador and Argentina. The next edition of Labelexpo Mexico will be held in Guadalajara, Mexico, in 2025. Label Summit Latin America has now been confirmed for Bogota, Co- lombia, from March 12-13, 2024.
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Sihl David Radtke has been named Segment Director, Labels & Tags for Sihl.
DuPont Packaging Graphics www.cyrel.com/na
Radtke joined Sihl in 2016 as head of Group Marketing. In this role, he is responsible for the strategic de- velopment of the various brands and products. Furthermore, in ad- dition to his management position in marketing, he has been global pricing manager since 2022. Radtke is a graduate engineer in printing and media technology with 20 years of professional expe-
DuPont Packaging Graphics is the world’s leading supplier of flexographic printing systems in digital and conventional formats; including Cyrel® brand photopolymer plates, Cyrel® FAST processing equipment, Cyrel® round sleeves, mounting and fin - ishing products. For more than 35 years, beginning with Cyrel®, the first photopolymer printing plate, through to to - day’s digital workflow revolution, DuPont has been driving innovation in the Flexo and package printing industries. The Digital Cyrel® FAST imaging system has been broadly recognized for its efficiency, productivity, print performance, and environmental benefits. Flint Group www.flintgrp.com Flint Group Flexographic Products develops, man - ufacturers and markets an extensive portfolio of printing consumables, including: nyloflex ® photopoly - mer printing plates and processing equipment, and dayCorr ® die-cutting blankets and anvil covers. With a strong customer focus, unmatched service and support, and superior products, Flint Group strives to provide exceptional value, consistent quality and continuous innovation to customers around the world. Harper Corporation of America www.harperimage.com We’ve made ceramic anilox rolls longer than any - one in the world and pride ourselves on being the best in the world. Whether wide web, narrow web, newspaper, or corrugated markets, Harper continu - ously strives to bring new flexographic products and services to the printing industry that will improve the quality of your graphics. Flexotecnica’s patented Safe Sleeve Change ® system and Speedy Clean ® auto washup system are designed to give converters a competitive edge through Flexotecnica’s commitment to research and development. Sales, service and support for Flexo - tecnica presses is provided by KBA North America, Inc. in Dallas, Texas with U.S. resident technicians, an extensive spare parts inventory and an experi - enced, dedicated service staff. KBA-Flexotecnica – Get the Edge www.kba-flexotecnica.com/en/
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rience, particularly in the printing industry. Prior to joining the Sihl Group, he was responsible for the European Wide Format Printing Media business as marketing manager for Fujifilm Germany. As direc- tor product management at GMG GmbH & Ko. KG, he worked closely with global key accounts from the packaging and label industry. Apex Marian Waterschoot has been named Director of Apex Embossing B.V. for Apex International, Hap- ert, the Netherlands. As the current CEO of Apex International, Water- schoot will be succeeded by Ruud van Cuijk as she moves into her new role in the embossing industry, beginning May 1, 2023. Marina Waterschoot Waterschoot has led Apex International as Chief Executive Officer for the past 22 years. She joined Apex International in 1990, one year after the Ral- ton family introduced Apex Netherlands to the printing industry. Navigating various management positions within the company for more than a decade, Waterschoot became CEO in the Spring of 2001. Throughout the years, Waterschoot led the com- pany in various initiatives, including the start of its laser engraving division, sleeve and base roll production, and research and development for the GTT2.0 anilox engraving. She was CEO during the companies expansion into seven global manufactur- ing sites. In 2022, Waterschoot introduced Apex In- ternational to the embossing industry. Through her efforts, Apex International acquired Keller Dorian and Panhuizen, two global power companies in the embossing roll manufacturing market.
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Sun Chemical Releases Regulatory Newsletter Sun Chemical has released its Spring 2023 Regula- tory Newsletter for customers. The latest newsletter features details about the European Union General Court’s ruling about ti- tanium dioxide and how it will affect the Classifi- cation, Labelling and Packaging (CLP) regulation. The report also provides a wide variety of updates about food-contact materials on packaging, includ- ing inks, coatings and adhesives. Here’s a list of some of the latest regulatory up- dates about food-contact materials featured in the newsletter: • Opinions about cobalt and restrictions on per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances under EU REACH and the Clean Water Act in the United States. • Updated reporting requirements for manufac- turers of products containing “priority control sub- stances” in South Korea’s K-Reach Amendment. • California’s intention to list glycidyl methacry- late as a carcinogen under Proposition 65. • The first recommended changes to the U.S. cos- metics regulations since the passage of the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act of 1938. • Toy migration limits in Israel. • The addition of 42 new compounds to China’s Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances. • Updated guidelines by Environment and Cli- mate Change Canada to help companies adhere to Canada’s New Substances Notification regulations for chemicals and polymers. • New restrictions of mineral oil-containing sub- stances in Article 112 of the French Decree No. 2020-1725 on the “Fight Against Waste and the Cir- cular Economy”. • Possible amendments to Brazil’s National Health Surveillance Agency (ANVISA) Resolution RDC 20/2007 and RDC 498/2021. Visit www.sunchemical.com/regulatory-news- letters to obtain a copy of Sun Chemical’s Spring 2023 Regulatory Newsletter. Bobst Acquires Majority Share In Dücker Robotics Bobst Group SA, Mex/Switzerland has acquired 70 percent of the equity of Dücker Robotics s.r.l., Momo/Italy. Dücker Robotics offers robots for use in loading and palletizing in the corrugated board sector, while offering opportunities in the folding carton industry. The current management team of Dücker Robotics will remain in place.
Industry Events
Labelexpo Europe September 11-14, 2023 Brussels Convention Center Brussels, Belgium
FTA Fall Conference October 9-11, 2023 Louisville, Kentucky
TLMI Annual Meeeting October 15-17, 2023 The Broadmoor Colorado Springs, CO
Labelexpo Asia December 5-8, 2023 SNIEC Shanghai, China
Labelexpo Americas September 10-12, 2024 Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Rosemont, Illinois
FTA Annual Meeting May 4-7, 2025 David L. Lawrence Convention Center Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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Print & Graphics Scholarship Foundation Nick Gawreluk has assumed the role of Treasurer on the executive committee for The Print & Graph- ics Scholarship Foundation.
Gawreluk replaces Dr. Niels Winther, Chairman and Owner of ThinkPatented, who held this po- sition over the past 4 years. Gaw- reluk will collaborate directly with the staff and serve as chair of the organization’s finance committee. Gawreluk was a PGSF Scholar and attended Rochester Institute of Technology, graduating in 2013
Nick Gawreluk
with a BS in Print Media. He recently graduated with his MBA from the Frankfurt School of Finance and Management in Germany. He currently works for Taylor Corporation in Minnesota where he is Director of Account Management. Wausau Coated Products Juan Pablo Orozco has been named new outside sales representative for the North- east region for Wausau Coated Products Roll Label Stock Products. Prior to his new role, Orozco has been participating in a Wausau Coat- ed Products 12-month sales train- ing program that took him through every aspect of the Wausau Coated Products business and focused on growing his industry knowledge. FLEXcon Aimee Peacock has been promoted to CEO for FLEXcon Global, Spenser, Massachusetts. Juan Pablo Orozco This promotion aligns FLEXcon Europe, Asia, and North America under one global executive team led
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