News Release September 2023
GREEN BAY, WI: On September 26, learn about the businesses that set Wisconsin and the Midwest apart for manufacturing strengths. From packaging, to paper, plastics, and roll goods converting, this Showcase event is for producers, plus suppliers and services providers. Hosted by Green Bay Innovation Group (GBIG), the full day takes place at Green Bay’s Radisson Hotel & Conference Center.
“This expo features companies with industry updates, plus outstanding networking opportunities,” says Marty Ochs of GBIG. “We are at the center of technology and industry offerings.”
Aspects include:
- Packaging and printing on substrates including paper, film, and nonwovens materials.
- Paper, pulp, and related producers where Wisconsin still dominates.
- Technologies to increase volumes on production lines in converting and packaging.
- Suppliers who assist with branding strategies, marketing, and promotions.
- Testing expertise, to assist in meeting quality and processing specifications.
“We’re offering a forum for new companies coming on board,” says Susan Stansbury co-host. “This area is ‘the converting corridor™, with the premier manufacturers right here .” Some of the returning exhibitors include Auto ID Solutions, Gain Control, JP Graphics, PCMC, Printco-Industries, Reynolds Packaging, and Small Quantity Boxes. For a complete list, go to www.GreenBayInnovationGroup.com. Among the new exhibitors this year are Apricity, Box Latch Products, FLEXOgrafix, Precision Air Convey, KKI Integrated Logistics, Modular Web Solutions, Oshkosh Converting, and Specialty Tapes – to name a few.
Notes Marty Ochs, “This event also includes a panel and a featured speaker.”
Innovation Panelists
Dean Benjamin, Director of Product Development, Pixelle Specialty Solutions
Rodney Pennings, Sales Director of Paper Converting Machine Company
Dr. Rebecca Mick, Program Manager, Amcor
Featured Speaker
Sam Schlaich, Council of Government Affairs, Flexible Packaging Association
The location at the Radisson Hotel and Conference Center represents an expanded space for exhibitors. The cost to attend for the day is $50.00 including lunch and refreshments. The Expo Hall will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. followed by networking until 6:00 p.m. Look for more news to come.
Interested attendees can sign up at: www.GreenBayInnovationGroup.com and go to EVENTS to register. To exhibit, call or email: Marty Ochs, GBIG, 608.698.3333 martinpochs@gmail.com Susan Stansbury, Industry Consultant, 920.265.6407 SusanRStansbury@gmail.com
This event is hosted by Green Bay Innovation Group, providing news and platforms for paper, packaging, printing, plastics and converting industries.
