IoPP UK News
IoPP to host seminar at North Print & Pack...
The IoPP will be focussing on the Representation of Packaging in a Digital World in its afternoon of Hot Topic Seminar sessions at North Print & Pack on 15 May. Expert speakers include Dr Cathy Barnes from Leeds Metropolitan University; Alistair Vince, from Watch me Think and Elmwood Design. There is also a networking opportunity and a chance to meet the team behind the IoPP UK.
For more information on what is happening in the Packaging Theatre at the show visit www.printandpack.co.uk
The most outstanding packaging for 2012...
You tell us! We want your view on what was the most outstanding piece of packaging in 2012? Let us know what you thought looked great, worked well and inspired purchase in 2012. Email your ideas to info-uk@iopp.org and the entries will be displayed and voted on, by visitors, at the Pakex exhibition. The individual or organisation who submits the entry with the most votes will win 2 tickets to the London Boat Trip, 2 free IoPP memberships and a free online consultancy session with one of our SIG ambassadors.
IoPP launch The Packaging Design Challenge at Pakex...
A brand new and exciting competition at the heart of the Pakex exhibition! Watch leading design houses and packaging manufacturers compete with each other to come up with new and innovative packaging formats and ideas to solve current packaging challenges. Watch them pitch to real investors, with the winning concept to be revealed at the show.
Masters of Research launched with Leeds Metropolitan University...
The IoPP is working in partnership with Leeds Metropolitan University Faraday Centre for Retail Excellence to deliver a higher level master's course which focusses on packaging design, but also explores the wider agenda including management of innovations, sustainability and marketing. The course is targeted at professionals already working in sectors such as packaging and technology, who are looking to continue studying and keep up with new trends as the industry evolves. The course will be available as a distance learning, research based course. For more information contact Adele Balzan on abalzan@iopp.org.
Dates for your diary
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Special Interest Groups
These groups form the core of the IOPP UK offer and they will centre on the latest topics and knowledge sharing, offering members the opportunity to network and gain information from professionals focussed on the same area. They are run by Ambassadors who form the IOPP UK board. If you have a topic you believe should have a Special Interest Group and would like to be considered for the role of an Ambassador then contact Kevin Vyse on kvyse@iopp.org
