2011 Packaging Conference to Focus on Post-Recession Challenges, Growth Opportunities

Merger and acquisition activity, supplier consolidations, technology breakthroughs and projections from major brand owners will be the key themes of the 2011 Packaging Conference February 7-9, 2011, at ARIA Resort in Las Vegas.  Discounted early registration is available until January 14.

Dr. Anne Roulin, Nestlé’s global head of packaging and design will give a keynote presentation on Opportunities and Challenges in Food and Beverage Packaging—a look at how the world’s largest food and beverage company approaches these issues. Her presentation will include a discussion on emerging technologies and legislative trends projected to shape the face of packaging.

Additional speakers will include representatives from Invista, Berry Plastics, St. Gobain Containers, Husky Injection Molding, American Beverage Association, Amcor Rigid Packaging, Kureha, NAPCOR, Beverage Marketing Corporation, Blaige & Company and several other key industry executives.

“This is an important time for companies involved in the packaging channel.  As we transition out of the recession, everyone from suppliers to brand owners is looking for ways to address challenges and capitalize on growth opportunities. The 2011 Package Conference will be the platform for that dialogue,” said Frank Semersky, vice president and chief innovation officer, Plastic Technologies, Inc. (PTI)

The conference, produced by PTI and SBA-CCI, Inc., also includes presentations on sustainability, market analysis, merger predictions, plastic resin supply/demand, emerging technologies and applications. The event will also feature tabletop exhibits from several key industry suppliers.

“The conference is designed to provide the latest information for those in the packaging supply chain.  Attendees range from retailers and brand owners to resin suppliers, technology providers, equipment manufacturers and converters. Now, more than ever, a dialog between all supply chain participants is key to meeting packaging objectives,” said John Maddox, president, SBA-CCI.

Registration is $1,995, or $1,795 for early registration, which include two nights deluxe room at ARIA Resort at CityCenter, conference sessions and proceedings, breaks, lunch and a Monday evening reception.