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The 2026 program places leadership strategies at its core. Professional speaker and former CEO Dan Irvin will lead a multi-session experience that blends keynote insight with interactive workshops. His programming fo- cuses on intentional leadership, adaptability, and clarity in high-pressure environments — equipping leaders with practical frameworks they can apply immediately within their organizations. Leadership development will continue beyond the main stage through the Women in Packaging session and leadership brunch, led by long-time facilitator Ann Bow- ers-Evangelista, which provides space for meaningful con- nection and peer exchange, while roundtable discussions will challenge attendees to articulate the value and future of fiber-based packaging with confidence and alignment. The speaker line-up includes: Keynote: Dan Irvin, Professional Speaker & Author In his keynote presentation, From Production to Pres- ence: 3 Habits of Consciously Intentional Leaders, Dan invites his audience to step away from the daily demands
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of production and performance to reflect on who you are as a leader, not just what you produce. Drawing from his leadership journey and his book Stop Being Busy, Be More, Dan shares three habits of con- sciously intentional leaders through real stories, lessons learned, and
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practical application. Attendees will leave with clear, ac- tionable next steps to lead with greater clarity, presence, and impact inside their organizations. Dan Irvin is a high-energy, fun-loving leader, consultant, motivator, author, and public speaker whose valuable in- sights and relatable stories of success and passion con- sistently set up entrepreneurs and employees across the nation for personal and professional growth. As a former CEO and COO, Dan helps leaders remove distractions so that they can lead intentional, fulfilled, and meaningful lives. His popular presentations and train- ings offer structure, fun, and best practices that are both thought-provoking and buck the age-old mentality of “this is how it’s always been done.” Too often, we become uber-focused on “being busy” and ultimately lose sight of our goals. Dan’s thoughts and ideas get you back on track. Dan’s message will have you laugh and cheer, and his per- sonality will convince you to stop taking life so seriously. Visit: www.danirvin.com . SESSION: The Touch Advantage: Untouched is Unsold Vicki Strull, Principal, Vicki Strull Creative Collective, will share findings from a Sappi-commissioned study con- ducted with Clemson University. The research demon- strates that physical engagement with premium packag- ing can increase purchase likelihood by up to 50 percent, reinforcing the role of folding cartons as both a protective
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