Institute of Packaging Professionals (IoPP)

Lights?! Camera??! Action??! Our brand new "Why Packaging?" video highlights why packaging is a great career choice for students or nontraditional professionals looking to break into the industry. Packaging careers offer immense potential for growth, creativity, and innovation. As technology advances, so does the importance of product design, development, testing, manufacturing processes, and more — all areas critical to successful packaging initiatives. This video shows how opportunities in the packaging industry translate into meaningful work experiences and strong career paths. You'll hear perspectives from current packaging professionals working in areas like medical devices and sustainability, from future packaging professionals excited to join the industry, and you'll learn some impressive statistics on new graduates' salary ranges and job placement rates. Watch it now! #packaging #WhyPackaging

Explore how Styrofoam, AKA expanded polystyrene, is finding a new lease on life as a valuable resource in electronics, thanks to innovative research. Our October Spotlight partner, Packaging Digest, has more: https://buff.ly/3WYwTjh #packaging

Join us on Oct. 15 for the first in our Packaging for a Sustainable Tomorrow webinar series, where sustainable packaging solutions experts will cover how to use the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) digital Design? Guide to packaging with recycling in mind. Get all the details: https://buff.ly/3B6vdNa #packaging

?? Congratulations to FusionPKG for winning an AmeriStar Award in our Sustainable Packaging category! Their premium glass package with Atmos-One? technology combines durability, recycle-ready materials, and a sleek design. Find out more about the package: https://buff.ly/3yCw1sc #packaging #AmeriStar

Explore optimal design strategies for e-beam sterilization in medical packaging with insights from our October Spotlight partner, Packaging Digest. Discover how upfront optimization could enhance cost efficiency and scalability. Learn more: https://buff.ly/4dvTtpv #packaging

Advance your project management skills before 2025 with our online Fundamentals of Packaging Project Management course on Nov. 7. Perfect for all levels, this one-day course equips you to navigate and manage packaging projects effectively. There are only 13 seats left—register now: https://buff.ly/3KhnHQW #packaging

Check out our October Spotlight, featuring Packaging Digest articles covering packaging material development. Get the story behind 7UP's recent brand refresh misstep, weigh in on the aluminum vs. bioplastics debate for beverage packaging, explore the pioneering USP ?662? standard for metal packaging, and more: https://buff.ly/3BDprTK #packaging

As sustainability and efficacy rise in consumer priority, brands innovate to stand out and meet demand. Cosmetics Business dives into 2024's pivotal advances in ingredient tech and packaging in the cosmetics industry: https://buff.ly/3N6ZVIM #packaging

Around Town with IoPP: Last month, our Technical Bag Committee met in North Carolina for a fall meeting focused on food safety and sustainability. Highlights included expert insights on FDA packaging requirements and sustainable materials, plus a tour of Atlantic Packaging's Solutions Center showcasing innovative designs. Next stop: Florida for next year's meeting! #packaging

Today's the final call! Sign up now for our FSAP Food Safety Alliance For Packaging's annual meeting, Oct. 24-25, at Coca-Cola headquarters in Atlanta. Collaborate face-to-face with industry leaders on topics like PFAS regulations and sustainable packaging. You won't want to miss this unique learning and networking opportunity! Secure your spot: https://buff.ly/3XIRBVU #packaging