A Green Bay-based business consortium has opened the door to mutually beneficial collaboration between diverse companies. The Green Bay Innovation Group (GBIG) is a business-to-business leader in the Packaging, Paper, Plastics, Printing, Pulp (5P Industries) and Converting industries in Wisconsin. GBIG supports the Great Lakes Region by empowering innovation and technology.
GBIG, which started in 2017 with one sponsor, has grown to 175 sponsors from across the U.S. and the world. GBIG builds authentic relationships while promoting business opportunities, education, and networking.
The key to GBIG’s success is the ability to highlight the innovations of world class manufacturing in the region. In the past, these industries were unrecognized for their innovation and technologies, yet they exported their manufacturing products across the globe. Northeast and Southeast Wisconsin form the Converting Corridor of the U.S., providing tremendous growth opportunities for the region.
Marty Ochs, GBIG executive director, has 50 years of experience in the 5P Industries. He recognized the importance of developing a business-to-business professional organization to serve Wisconsin’s diverse 5P and converting companies. GBIG hosts educational events, tours, seminars, a golf outing, and an annual expo. Recent GBIG events delved into the themes of PFAS in Food Packaging and Converting, Coating, and Sustainability.
GBIG publishes a free, bi-weekly e-newsletter called the GBIG News. The GBIG News shares the latest innovations, announcements, and events in the industry. GBIG also empowers women in the profession by supporting an offshoot of the organization – Wi5P (Women in the 5P Industries).
In addition to promoting collaboration and innovation in the 5P Industry, GBIG contributes to the broader community. The Green Bay Innovation Group Foundation donates to nonprofits, community outreach programs, education, and the business community.
GBIG offers free membership, supported by sponsors. To join GBIG, learn more about the organization, or subscribe to the GBIG News, visit www.greenbayinnovationgroup.com
