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9/9/2011	Two IoPP members inducted into PMMI Packaging Hall of Fame IoPP is proud to announce that two of its illustrious members have been inducted into the PMMI Packaging Hall of Fame class of 2011: Lawrence Dull, CPP and Tom Schneider, CPP. Click here for details.
9/9/2011	Chicago Chapter makes donation to IoPP Packaging Education Scholarship Fund During their Fall Chapter Kick-off Meeting on September 8, the Chicago Chapter donated $5,000 to the IoPP Packaging Education Scholarship Fund.
9/9/2011	IoPP endorses the China International Transport Packaging Summit 2011 The China International Transport Packaging Summit will be held by Duxes Business Consulting Inc. on 27-28 October 2011 at the Swissôtel Beijing Hong Kong Macau Center. Click here for information.
9/9/2011	September edition of IoPP Professional Perspective now available
9/8/2011	AAPEX new Packaging Showcase to reflect highest standards of design
8/23/2011	IoPP introduces two new awards to its AmeriStar program IoPP announces two new awards for its 2012 AmeriStar Package Awards competition. Click here for details.
8/22/2011	WPO announces WorldStar Student Awards competition Call for Entries IoPP encourages all student members to participate in this worldwide competition. Gain global recognition! Enter today!
8/2/2011	IoPP Packaging Learning Center speakers announced Take a close look at the exceptionally strong lineup of topics and speakers that IoPP has announced for its 2011 Packaging Learning Center Conference at Pack Expo Las Vegas, which runs from Sept. 26-28.
7/20/2011	IoPP Webinar focused on off-aromas in packaging Volatile Analysis Corporation, experts in off-odor problems, will address off-aromas in packaging in a webinar on August 18 at 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. CST. Learn how to identify odor issues in packaging and find solutions if you're experiencing this problem. Click here to register now.
7/15/2011	Sustainable Packaging Technical Committee meeting in August Taking place August 25-26 in Trenton, NJ, the SPTC meeting will address package design, the packaging Life Cycle, and how to best set sustainability goals. Click here for details.
6/27/2011	IoPP Packaging Machinery: Basics taking place in October Are you up to speed with packaging machinery? Packaging Machinery: Basics, taking place October 10-12, 2011 in the Chicago area, is for professionals who need to know more about machinery and how it integrates into the packaging process. Click here for registration and course details.
6/27/2011	Fundamentals of Packaging Technology almost full July semesters of Fundamentals, taking place in Schaumburg, IL, are nearly sold out. Don't miss this Chicago-based opportunity to learn about every major segment of packaging that will help you grow professionally! Click here to register now.
6/3/2011	Tom Schneider elected WPO President During its first board meeting of 2011 at Interpack in Dusseldorf, Germany, the World Packaging Organisation (WPO) elected Thomas L. Schneider, CPP, as WPO's new President for 2012-2014. Click here for more information.
5/13/2011	2011 AmeriStar Awards Dinner a great success Over 150 packaging professionals attended the 2011 AmeriStar Awards and IoPP Honors & Awards Dinner on May 10 to honor the best in packaging. Click here for event photos.
5/13/2011	Five package design trends discussed at IoPP’s Leadership Conference Brand owners and their packaging supply chains wanting to stay at the forefront of effective packaging strategies on store shelves should pay attention to current trends. Jim George, IoPP’s Director of Education, listed five trends at IoPP’s Leadership Conference on May 11. Click here for details.
5/12/2011	IoPP announces 2010 Honors & Awards recipients The IoPP Honors & Awards were announced during the AmeriStar & IoPP Honors & Awards Dinner on Tuesday, May 10, 2011. Click here for details/photos.
5/9/2011	IoPP announces Packaging Learning Center Conference call for papers IoPP's Packaging Learning Center Conference is taking place at Pack Expo Las Vegas, September 26-28. Call for papers runs through May 30, 2011. Click here to submit a paper.
4/18/2011	IoPP Scholarship winners for 2011-2012 announced Four $2,500 academic scholarships were awarded for 2011-2012. The IoPP Scholarship Fund recognizes exceptional college students headed for a career in packaging. Click here for winners.
4/18/2011	IoPP Leadership Meeting focused on IoPP goals, mission Taking place May 11, this annual IoPP meeting is focused on expanding and developing leadership skills to help packaging professionals in their careers as well as within the Institute. Click here for details.
4/17/2011	AmeriStar Dinner honors awards winners and outstanding IoPP members Don't miss this much-anticipated event to celebrate those on the leading-edge of packaging innovation as well as IoPP members who have provided outstanding service to the packaging community. Click here for details and to register for the AmeriStar and IoPP Honors & Awards Dinner.
4/4/2011	IoPP 2011 Salary Survey results are in
3/17/2011	IoPP announces AmeriStar winners
3/11/2011	New Jersey Chapter presents "Life Cycle Analysis" event
2/25/2011	Special EastPack 2011 offer for IoPP Members IoPP members are eligible for a complimentary admission to EastPack, taking place June 7-9, 2011, at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York, NY. Click here for details.
2/24/2011	IoPP Packaging Machinery: Basics 2011 taking place in March Packaging Machinery: Basics is taking place March 28-30, 2011, at Frain Industries in Franklin Park, IL. Click here for details.
2/22/2011	March edition of Professional Perspective now available
2/14/2011	AmeriStar - not just another awards competition Lisa Pierce, Editor, Packaging Digest, discusses how IoPP's AmeriStar competition invigorates and inspires. Click here for Lisa's perspective on the AmeriStar.
2/10/2011	2011 AmeriStar judging today!
2/9/2011	Packaging Education Scholarship Fund announced for 2011-2012 For the second year, IoPP is proud to offer four $2,500 academic scholarships to recognize exceptional college students headed for a career in packaging. Click here for details.
2/3/2011	IoPP 2011 Salary Survey now open IoPP surveys professionals employed in the packaging field to determine salaries, total compensation and job satisfaction. Click here to participate. Results will be published in April.
1/12/2011	Fispal Technologia taking place June 7-10 The 27th International Packaging, Processing and Logistics Trade Show for the Food and Beverage Industries is taking place June 7-10 in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Click here for more information.
1/11/2011	IoPP sponsors the 2nd China Safe & Sustainable Packaging Summit 2011 Taking place March 23-25, 2011 at the Crowne Plaza Hangzhou Grand Cana. Click here for details.
1/5/2011	IoPP officers for 2011 announced
1/3/2011	IoPP welcomes Litco as new Benefactor Litco is a leading supplier of cost effective transport packaging products since 1962. IoPP is pleased to announce their status as an Institute Benefactor.
1/3/2011	Packaging Digest announced as new IoPP Benefactor Packaging Digest communicates with the industry through a wide range of print products including a monthly magazine, annual Buyers Guide and PACK EXPO Insider show supplement.
1/3/2011	Have you entered the AmeriStar Package Competition yet? Deadline for entering packages is January 31! Be recognized for your work and packaging creativity. Enter now.
12/8/2010	IoPP Packaging Learning Center conference program sessions now available! You can now purchase ON-DEMAND these highly attended sessions from Pack Expo. Only $99 per session, each led by a mix of brand owners, industry experts and consultants. For details and to order sessions, click here.
12/7/2010	Call for Presentations announced for IoPP 2011 Packaging & Leadership Conference
11/29/2010	2011 Fundamentals of Packaging Technology dates announced Start 2011 right! Register for Fundamentals now!
11/29/2010	IoPP American University of Beirut student chapter extends global reach As IoPP’s first student chapter in the Middle East and North Africa, the chapter’s main objective is to increase knowledge in packaging through teamwork, enthusiasm and determination.
11/29/2010	Packaging Digest article emphasizes importance of IoPP Certification
11/15/2010	2010 Shipper's Guide now available in IoPP Bookstore
11/14/2010	WPO WordStar Student2010 winners announced
11/14/2010	Latest IoPP "Professional Perspective" column in Packaging World
11/13/2010	AmeriStar Student Package Competition now accepting submissions
10/19/2010	IoPP Conference program at PACK EXPO Presented through IoPP's Packaging Learning Center, conference program runs November 1-3 focuses on topics that are top of mind with packaging professionals. Click here for details.
10/18/2010	IoPP Technical Committees meeting at Pack Expo All meetings will be held in Meeting Room S-105BC at McCormick Place. Click here for details.
10/12/2010	IoPP Board of Directors call for nominations If you're interested in being considered for a board position within IoPP, e-mail Jane Chase, IoPP Chair, at jchase@iopp.org. Nominations will be accepted until November 1, 2010.
10/8/2010	2010 Leadership Conference packs them in Successful meeting focused on communications and growth.
10/6/2010	2009 Chapters and Technical Committee of the Year winners announced Top chapters as well as top technical committees were announced during the IoPP 2010 Annual Leadership Conference on September 29, 2010.
10/4/2010	Ed Landon inducted into PMMI Hall of Fame Class of 2010
10/4/2010	Two more Fundamentals semesters taking place in Chicago in October
10/4/2010	MidPak presents new equipment, packaging innovations
9/30/2010	WPO accomplishes its second annual meeting and the first part of the WorldStar jury in Turkey
9/13/2010	Have you registered for the IoPP Leadership Conference yet? Hosted by the Missouri Gateway Chapter, the conference is taking place in St. Louis, September 29-30. For agenda and speaker list, click here.
8/31/2010	Peter Henningsen passes away
8/30/2010	Greener Package Awards announced The 2010 Greener Package Awards competition—sponsored by Summit Publishing’s GreenerPackage.com—honor eight sustainable innovations. Click here for winners.
8/25/2010	Nominations are open for PMMI's 2010 Packaging Hall of Fame Nomination deadline is August 31. Click here to submit a nomination.
8/11/2010	Robert Kelsey, packaging consultant, editor and author passes away
8/3/2010	Packaging Machinery Course: Basics to start in September
8/3/2010	Benefactor Gros Executive Recruiters focused on packaging education Click screenshot above to watch video of Dennis Gros, President, Gros Executive Recruiters, discuss the company's support of IoPP.
7/28/2010	IoPP benefactor Berlin Packaging announces C-TPAT certification status
7/22/2010	Benefactor Adept Packaging supports IoPP mission Click screenshot above to watch video of Prateek Lal, Managing Director, Adept Packaging, discuss the company's support of IoPP's mission.
7/20/2010	The importance of a mentor Adept Packaging's Prateek Lal discusses mentorship in the June issue of Packaging Digest magazine. Jane Chase CPP, IoPP Chair featured. Click here for article.
7/8/2010	FREE Webinar on Sustainability and Transport Packaging Hosted by Sarah Tomasetti of the Transport Packaging Committee.
6/28/2010	Latest IoPP "Professional Perspective" column in Packaging World Written by IoPP member Tom Schneider CPP, July's column analyzes WPO's influence on the global packaging community. Click here to read article.
6/16/2010	WPO WorldStar accepting submissions Win an AmeriStar? Gain global recognition - submit to WorldStar
6/14/2010	Upcoming Fundamentals taking place in Minneapolis Learn about every major segment of packaging, grow professionally. Click here for details.
5/26/2010	AmeriStar 2009/2010 Awards Dinner honors the best
5/26/2010	IoPP Honors and Awards recipients announced
5/21/2010	IoPP Scholarship winners for 2010-2011 announced Check out coverage by Packaging World magazine.
5/21/2010	EastPack focused on packaging innovation
5/3/2010	May IoPP Professional Perspective now available
5/2/2010	PaperCon 2010 includes Sustainability Forum Produced by TAPPI and sponsored by IoPP, this single-day forum will focus on non-governmental initiatives that will transform how we think about sustainable packaging. Click here for details.
4/14/2010	Sustainable Packaging Technical Committee meeting scheduled in May Meeting takes place May 19-20 at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare in Rosemont, IL.
4/14/2010	Southeastern Chapter May meeting: What's Next for Packaging? Taking place May 4 at Coca-Cola Headquarters in Atlanta, GA, leading experts will provide insights on packaging technologies, R&D and innovations. Click here for details.
4/13/2010	Packaging World magazine features 2010 IoPP Salary Survey results Complete IoPP Salary Survey is available free to IoPP members by clicking here. Non-members can purchase the Salary Survey for $99 by visiting www.iopp.org/store.
4/13/2010	SouthPack spotlights packaging innovation
3/31/2010	IoPP Members - Meet FSAP webinar Do you have a passion for Food Safety Awareness? Are you concerned about the chemical, microbiological and physical hazards that occur in the food industry? If any of these strikes a chord with you, this webinar, taking place April 15 at 10:30 a.m. CST - will help you learn about the latest IoPP technical committee: the Food Safety Alliance for Packaging (FSAP).
3/26/2010	2009/2010 AmeriStar Winners Announced
3/25/2010	IoPP announces Student AmeriStar Winners
3/15/2010	Packaging Summit 2010 focused on packaging from concept to shelf
3/5/2010	Roll out the red carpet The AmeriStar and IoPP Honors & Awards dinner, taking place May 18 at the Packaging Summit, is like attending the Oscars for packaging - and you're invited! Don't miss it! RSVP now!
3/4/2010	Cascade Chapter hosting Sustainable Packaging seminar
3/2/2010	What does the new day at FDA mean for packagers? This IoPP web seminar, taking place March 10 at 3:00 p.m. CST and presented by Eric Greenberg, Principal Attorney, Eric F. Greenberg P.C., will explain the most important ways in which FDA is new, and how packaging makers and users are being affected. Click here to reserve your space now.
2/17/2010	Packaging Education Scholarship Fund IoPP to Offer Four $2,500 Academic Scholarships for 2010-2011!
2/16/2010	New Packaging Initiative at ISU The Illinois Board of Higher Education approved a new Bachelor of Science degree in Graphic Communications at Illinois State University.
2/2/2010	AmeriStar Student Package Competition judging today! Follow the action on Twitter all day!
2/1/2010	Its time to recognize your fellow IoPP Members! Nominate IoPP's outstanding members now.
2/1/2010	FSAP and IoPP announce publication of HACCP models for packaging materials
1/28/2010	AmeriStar judging today! Follow the action on Twitter all day!
1/20/2010	IoPP Packaging Machinery: Basics and Beyond course scheduled for March 22-24
1/20/2010	IoPP hosting Wine Bottling web seminar on February 11
1/19/2010	IoPP Benefactor All-Pak focused on education, service Click screenshot above to watch video of Dennis Crawford, President and COO, All-Pak, Inc., discuss All-Pak's status as an IoPP benefactor.
1/19/2010	IoPP wants your input for the 2010 Salary Survey IoPP’s goal this year with the 2010 Salary Survey is focused on the economy in 2009 and how it impacted your career. Take the survey now!
1/14/2010	Virginia/Carolinas Chapter Web Seminar focused on finding a job in packaging. Web Seminar is hosted by Dennis Gros, President, Gros Executive Recruiters.
1/10/2010	Blizzards, ice extend AmeriStar deadline Entry deadline extended to January 22!
1/4/2010	IoPP officers announced for 2010
11/30/2009	Fundamentals of Packaging Technology starts in January in Orlando If you don’t have a packaging degree or if you need more knowledge to deliver packaging solutions, then IoPP's Fundamentals seminar can help span the gap. Make packaging education your #1 priority for 2010!
11/23/2009	Cast your vote for IoPP's 2010 slate of officers
11/18/2009	Food Safety Alliance for Packaging and IoPP to Join Forces
11/10/2009	IoPP/FSAP agreement covered in Packaging World magazine
11/3/2009	Berlin Packaging announced as new IoPP Benefactor
10/13/2009	2009 AmeriStar Student Package Competition winners take global honors
10/6/2009	IoPP 2009 Annual Leadership Conference presentations now available
10/1/2009	IoPP 2009 Annual Leadership Conference focuses on state of IoPP Helps volunteers, chapters, technical committees expand leadership roles
9/14/2009	Packaging Students! Enter your package concepts into the AmeriStar Student competition!
8/31/2009	Italian Trade Commission 2009 IPTA winners to be honored at Pack Expo Las Vegas
8/31/2009	Latest IoPP Professional Perspective column in Packaging World
8/20/2009	IoPP Bridge Program keeps unemployed members active
8/20/2009	IoPP 2009 Leadership Conference taking place in October Scheduled for October 1-2 at the International Paper Design Center in Aurora, IL.
8/20/2009	Pratt Industries to host next Sustainable Packaging Technical Committee meeting
8/20/2009	IoPP's Packaging Machinery: Basics & Beyond boosts machinery know-how
8/19/2009	Join IoPP's LinkedIn Group - expand your network
8/19/2009	Chemical Packaging Committee meeting taking place in September
7/29/2009	PACK EXPO Las Vegas features machinery, processing innovations
7/22/2009	PMMI accepting nominations into 2009 Packaging Hall of Fame
7/22/2009	PMMI announces 2009 Packaging Hall of Fame Commission Jane Chase, IoPP President, named as member of the 2009 Hall of Fame Commission.
7/15/2009	IoPP Chicago Chapter Donates $5,000 to IoPP Scholarship Fund (more)
6/1/2009	IoPP announces new Director of Education
5/28/2009	IoPP announces Honors and Awards recipients
5/27/2009	AmeriStar 2008/2009 Awards Dinner honors the best
4/24/2009	2009 AmeriStar Student Package Competition winners announced
4/21/2009	IoPP Packaging Summit '09 continues leadership role, focuses on packaging economics Taking place May 19-20, 2009 in Rosemont, IL
4/17/2009	Awards Dinner to honor AmeriStar winners and leading IoPP members
4/10/2009	AmeriStar winners spotlighted in Packaging World magazine
4/10/2009	April edition of Packaging World puts IoPP Salary Survey up front Cover story focused on annual IoPP study, developed with Gros Executive Recruiters and Packaging World.
4/8/2009	Packaging Digest article emphasizes IoPP education, certification
3/31/2009	AmeriStar Package Awards Dinner sponsorships available
3/2/2009	IoPP announces AmeriStar 2008/2009 winners
2/4/2009	IoPP Sustainable Packaging Technical Committee meeting scheduled for March
2/2/2009	Transport Packaging seminar scheduled for April in Toronto
1/22/2009	IoPP HQ hosts AmeriStar judges
1/13/2009	IoPP Names New Executive Director
1/13/2009	IoPP 2008 Salary Survey now open Please take 5 minutes and participate in newly expanded salary survey. Developed with Gros Executive Recruiters. Media partner is Packaging World magazine.
1/9/2009	AmeriStar Entry deadline extended until January 15, 2009!
1/5/2009	Latest IoPP "Professional Perspective" column in Packaging World
1/2/2009	Packaging students - show us what you've got
1/2/2009	Deadline approaching for 2008/2009 AmeriStar Package Competition Call for Entries
11/17/2008	Updated Illustrated Glossary of Packaging Terminology is now available Click on "Packaging Technology Resources" to locate book in IoPP's online bookstore.
11/14/2008	Italian Trade Commission IPTA 2009 announced
11/14/2008	IoPP-hosted University Breakfast big hit at Pack Expo 2008
10/24/2008	AmeriStar winners awarded WorldStars
10/24/2008	Latest IoPP "Professional Perspective" column in Packaging World
10/21/2008	IoPP Food & Beverage Task Group to meet at Pack Expo
10/3/2008	IoPP Web Seminar - Europe's REACH Regulations - scheduled for October 17 Register now to find out how REACH Regulations are impacting packagers shipping goods to Europe
9/30/2008	Minnesota Chapter looking for MidPak volunteers
9/29/2008	Pack Expo 2008 highlights packaging solutions
9/25/2008	IoPP Technical Bag Committee meeting taking place in Montreal
9/12/2008	IoPP benefactor Sealed Air creates packaging solution to protect dinosaur fossil
8/18/2008	Chemical Packaging Committee meeting taking place in October
8/8/2008	Aveda to host upcoming Sustainable Packaging Technical Committee meeting
8/5/2008	IoPP Website Update 2008 Website upgrades designed to enhance your IoPP membership experience
7/1/2008	IoPP represented at WPO Board Meeting in Ghana
7/1/2008	Latest IoPP Professional Perspective column in Packaging World
7/1/2008	New Jersey Chapter awards student scholarship
6/30/2008	2008/2009 IoPP Officers named
6/16/2008	WPO announces 2007 WorldStar winners, new Sustainability Award
5/23/2008	Voting is now open for new IoPP Slate of Officers
5/22/2008	IoPP honors members, chapters, committees
5/19/2008	IoPP 2008 Annual Meeting emphasized "progress and growth"