Board Converting News, September 19, 2022

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Michael D’Angelo, President of AICC, said having box makers and suppliers all in the same room at the same time is incredibly efficient. While exhibitors are excited about the opportunity for a public-facing event tailored to their industry, box makers look forward to discovering companies and exploring new technologies and ideas. Organizers are expecting at least 1,000 people at the event, which will feature 150 exhibitors all within the same

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23,500-square-foot, easy-to-navi- gate space supported by 24 spon- soring companies. “We put 100 percent effort into getting attendees to the show so they can walk away with new infor- mation, ideas and products to im- prove their plants,” said Larry Mon- tague, President & CEO of TAPPI.

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“If there’s a product or service you need for your plant, you’re sure to find it on the Corrugated Week show floor.” Corrugated Week is pulling out all the stops with sev- eral receptions planned on the show floor and even a me- chanical bull to challenge attendees and exhibitors. So much is offered at this year’s show: The Venue The Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Anto- nio’s historic downtown is situated along the banks of the River Walk. When it’s time for a breather, this is an ideal setting to unwind and stroll along the walkways and bridg- es. Attendees can shop, dine, or hop on a boat, all while soaking in the history of the Alamo. “San Antonio is always a great place for people to meet. It’s got that wonderful downtown area. The hotel

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and the convention center are very close together, along with all kinds of other diversions and activities,” D’Angelo said. San Antonio is accessible to nearly everyone throughout the U.S., Canada and Latin America via a relatively short flight. Adding to that, the show takes place in a fa-

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cility that meets the highest standards of accreditation for cleaning and disinfection for large public venues. Based on encouraging member feedback, Montague said that TAP- PI has successfully held several in-person shows over the past year including SuperCorrExpo. People were ready. “We focused on making attendee and exhibitor safety a priority, made necessary safety adjustments, and contin- ued to promote safe practices,” he said. “We still offer we- binars and other virtual experiences throughout the year, but Corrugated Week will be live.” The Keynotes The thoughtfully curated program includes two key- notes this year:

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