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Why Join GBIG? We’re Committed to the 5P Industries & Community
Green Bay Innovation Group is very focused on the 5P (print, pulp, paper, packaging, plastics)
and Converting Industries providing education, networking, business opportunities and building
strong relationships. GBIG reaches out across the State of Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Illinois.
2025 Recap for GBIG
In 2025, GBIG grew our membership base by 25%, with projections to continue our growth in 2026. We had outstanding events in 2025:
- The 5P Showcase Expo attracted 550 people exhibiting and attending
- The De Pere tour of 5P Industry businesses and networking attracted 108
- The Swing Big with GBIG had approximately 300 golfers and attendees, and we raised $22,000 to donate to multiple nonprofits.
- The Specialty Paper Conference in Appleton was a sold-out event with exceptional speakers and attendees.
- We closed out 2025 with our October Fest networking event with 100 people attending.
Fostering Networking Opportunities
Wisconsin is called the Converting Capital of the USA. Additionally, our Printing, Packaging, Corrugated, Label and Plastics lead the nation in output. The 5P and Converting Industries in Wisconsin employ over 150,000 to 200,000 people. We help our members reach prospects and customers across town and across the United States. GBIG grows its membership every year, and we expect to keep growing.
Sponsoring Industry Tours, Seminars & Events
The Green Bay Innovation Group offers seminars, tours and a golf outing annually. We also sponsor an expo promoting Wisconsin industries and educating our attendees. Again, GBIG is very focused on the 5P Industries. We operate with a board of six directors who serve on a volunteer basis.
Connecting with 7,500 Readers via Newsletter
Our GBIG NEWS reaches over 7,500 readers on a bi-monthly basis, reporting on the 5P and Converting Industries. We add subscribers every month to our newsletter list, with readers from across the United States and more and more across the world.
Supporting 5P Industry Organizations
GBIG trades out memberships with the following and supports these professional organizations: The New North, The New Manufacturing Alliance, Wisconsin Sustainable Business Council, UW Madison, UW-Stevens Point, Great Lakes Timber Professional Association, Wisconsin Paper Shippers, Trees For Tomorrow, Fox Valley Chamber of Commerce and others. GBIG supports and promotes ALL of these organizations in our GBIG NEWS.
Donating to Green Bay-Area Nonprofits
Finally, as a NON-PROFIT FOUNDATION, GBIG donates the majority of its revenue back to the community. GBIG supports Apricity, VPI, St. John’s Ministries, Manna for Life, The Green Bay Children’s Museum, and other nonprofit community organizations in the Green Bay area.
Purchase your membership today!
Purchase your Membership today and join in partnership with the Green Bay Innovation Group. We are proud to be partnered with some of the best local businesses across the state and specifically Northeast Wisconsin. Join today!
