Paperboard Packaging Council Shares Member Stories On A Year Of Gratitude And Giving Back In appreciation for its members as the end of the year approaches, the Paperboard Packaging Council extended its deepest appreciation to its members. PPC takes pride in having members who not only contribute to the success of our industry but also make a lasting impact on their communities. This Thanksgiving, PPC asked its members what they are grateful for and how they have given back this year. Trent Tucker, American Carton Company: Trent’s gratitude extends beyond their business, from customers and employees to owners, suppli- ers, and the very source of our industry — trees. American Carton Com- pany’s commitment to giving back is truly commendable. This year, they presented the TICCIT program at a local elementary school, spreading environmental awareness and highlighting the renewability and sustain- ability of paper and paperboard packaging.
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They also took the lead as the title sponsor for an annual clay shooting event supporting medical research on the MTRFR gene defect. But their support doesn’t stop there – the company’s engagement in community events includes sponsorship of the Annual Methodist Hospital Mansfield Run With Heart 5K and half marathon, supporting the Mansfield Indepen- dent School District (MISD) Foundation golf tournament, and participating in various charity programs. American Carton Company goes above and beyond by employing in- terns from MISD Technical High School and the University of Texas Ar- lington, actively contributing to the development of future industry pro- fessionals. Eric Frank, Koenig & Bauer: On the heels of the successful Fall Meet- ing, Koenig & Bauer’s Eric Frank is feeling grateful for the tremendous and diverse opportunities in the folding carton industry and the positive effort by so many to bring in new people to our industry. There were lots of new faces at the recent event, and the industry has done an incredible job at welcoming new and diverse professionals to the table while still respecting history and institutional knowledge. Eric and his team go out of their way to work with their community, but also make an effort to sponsor numerous customer events. These events serve as platforms for knowledge exchange, collaboration, and relation- CONTINUED ON PAGE 16
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