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tor women in print, offering education, peer forums, and leadership development. These include Women in Wide Format, Women In Screen Printing, and Girls Who Print. The Paperboard Packaging Council has established the Women’s Leadership Council, a vibrant and engaged com- munity of female leaders who come together regularly to discuss shared experiences and develop strategies for success. Emily Leonczyk has recently been elevated to presi- dent of the Paperboard Packaging Council (PPC) where she oversees a team mostly made up of women. “At PPC, we’re tracking incremental but consistent growth in the number of women engaging across the paperboard packaging industry and participating in PPC events, from operational roles to executive leadership,” says Leonczyk. “Over the last three years, we’ve seen an increase in women’s attendance at our major conferences.
across the organization, but it positioned the company for long-term success and strength in a competitive market. It was proof that when people believe in the vision and see progress, momentum follows.” For Rosado, the first major customer order symbolized more than revenue. It was a symbol of trust, a leap of faith from a customer who believed in their capabilities. Koenig & Bauer continues to see women rise in lead- ership roles at printing businesses. Accurate Box Com- pany recently promoted Samara Ronkowitz to executive vice president, the fourth-generation member of the Hirsh family to lead the business. She will proudly continue the legacy of female management at the firm. Industry Associations and Advocacy A growing number of organizations support and men-
As PPC’s first female president, this is a meaningful moment, especially alongside Hilda Murray, a dynamic leader who serves as vice president and co-owner of TPC Packaging and as Chair of the PPC Board of Directors.” “It’s an honor to serve as PPC’s Board Chair at such a pivotal time,” says Murray. “Converters share a spirit of creativity and collaboration that drives continuous im- provement. My goal is to support our mem- bers through change, celebrate one anoth- er’s success, and keep the industry moving forward together.” Another influential organization is the Women in Print Alliance. “The enthusiasm surrounding our first year as a membership organization has exceeded expectations,” said Lisbeth Lyons Black, director of the Women in Print Alliance. “We’ve built a pow- erful global network connecting women across roles, experience levels, and market segments.” Finally, for women working in the flexo industry, the Fourth Annual Women of Flexo is forthcoming in which women across all flexo roles – including administration, fi- nance, prepress, production, and leader- ship – can attend educational seminars and workshops to help enhance their positions. Koenig & Bauer sees vast opportunity for women to thrive across all areas of the graphic arts industry. It is a principle embedded in the compa- ny’s 208-year history, dating back to Fanny Koenig’s leadership and vision. That legacy continues to shape the company’s commit- ment to innovation, inclusion, and excel- lence today. Visit: www.us.koenig-bauer.com .
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