Pilot Your Business to New Heights at AICC's Spring Meeting

Registration Open: Super Early Bird Pricing Available Until February 14

Alexandria, VA – December 20, 2024 - AICC, The Independent Packaging Association, is thrilled to announce that registration is now open for its highly anticipated Spring Meeting, scheduled for April 30 through May 2, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point in Bonita Springs, Florida. This year's meeting is poised to fuel passion for the latest trends, breakthroughs, and opportunities, helping you connect, collaborate, and create the future of the paper packaging industry.

Themed around the challenges faced by entrepreneurs and business leaders, akin to pilots navigating through daily distractions, the 2025 AICC Spring Meeting calls for maintaining focus and steering your business with precision. This event promises an array of sessions designed to expand knowledge, network with industry leaders, and discover innovative solutions.

Program Highlights Include:

• Legislative Update: Insight into how the new administration impacts small businesses.
• Keynote Speakers: Hear from world-famous speakers John Foley, former Blue Angel Lead Solo Pilot, and Peter Goodman, renowned author and speaker.
• Breakout Sessions: Engage in discussions on the most pressing topics in the industry.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers and industry leaders to forge valuable relationships.
• Sales Managers' Forum - Moneyball Meets Sales Mastery: Led by Todd Zielinski, CEO of Athena SWC, and Trent Halasek, Sales Manager at Akers Packaging. Learn to apply a mathematical approach to sales strategies and performance management.
• Women in Packaging Breakfast: A session dedicated to empowering women in the industry, fostering growth and new opportunities.
• 11th Annual Independents' Cup Charity Golf Tournament: Hosted at the Saltleaf Golf Preserve, this tournament continues to be a highlight for attendees.

Industry experts like Diane Wolf of Carlisle Container Company and George Staphos of Bank of America Merrill Lynch will also share their insights, adding to an impressive lineup of speakers.

Early bird specials are available until February 14, 2025, with box plant specials available. To register and for more information on the meeting schedule, session details, and accommodations, please visit www.AICCbox.org/Meeting.

Do not miss the chance to be a part of this transformative event where you can truly learn to 'fly the plane' of your business amidst the currents of the paper packaging industry.

For additional information, please contact Cindy Huber at [email protected], Chelsea May at [email protected], or Laura Mihalick at [email protected] or 877-836-2422.

About AICC, The Independent Packaging Association

We are a growing membership association which serves independent corrugated, folding carton, and rigid box manufacturers and suppliers with education and information in print, in person, and online. AICC membership is for the full company and employees at all locations have access to member benefits. AICC offers free online education to all members to help the individual maximize their potential, and the member company maximize its profit. When companies invest and engage, AICC delivers success.