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PPC Unites Leaders at Inaugural PPC Next: Leadership Summit In Chicago The Paperboard Packaging Council (PPC) announced the success of its inaugural PPC Next: Leadership Summit, held July 17-19 at the RRD Corporate Offices in the Greater Chicago area. The sold-out event, with programming sponsored by Sappi North America, marked a significant milestone in the paperboard packaging community, bringing together top talent to foster community, sharpen leadership skills, and address the pressing issues facing many professionals today. The PPC Next: Leadership Summit was not just a gathering of industry professionals, but a platform designed to equip PPC member companies with practical tools to engage and retain their most promising leaders.
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The summit, held over three days, featured dynamic discussions, collab- orative sessions, and deep-rooted networking opportunities. The con- tent emphasized practical tools that left attendees equipped and ready to tackle the challenges faced in their respective roles. The ‘Leaders at Every Level’ session was a standout at the summit, offering a unique opportunity for personal development. Led by Teri Kinsella, Talent Optimization Advisor for PI MidAtlantic, Kinsella deliv- ered insights into The Predictive Index (PI) Behavioral Assessment and gave attendees a comprehensive understanding of their natural working styles and how they influence diverse teams. The ‘Self-Aware Leader Exercise’ that followed was a practical tool for identifying strengths and areas for improvement, fostering deeper self-awareness and hands-on techniques for effective teamwork and collaboration. Keynote speaker, Bakul Wadgaonkar, Director of Sustainability for Sappi North America, educated and inspired leaders with insights on sustainability in emissions reduction, forestry, water stewardship, stake- holder engagement, supply chain, and product footprint. Her keynote delivered actionable strategies for converters of folding cartons, em- phasizing the importance of incorporating climate-smart elements into everyday decisions. Wadgaonkar reiterated the importance of industry collaboration in her closing message, inspiring attendees with her mes- CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 PPC Board Member Lisa Pruett, President of the Packaging and Labels Seg- ment of RRD (middle right), stopped by to greet her team and welcome the leaders to their facility. RRD served as the warm hosts for the Summit, inspir- ing engagement, camaraderie, and partnership.
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August 19, 2024
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