Strong attendance, special events, and a sold-out exhibit hall kept the energy high at TAPPICon, held April 28 - May 1 at Cleveland's Huntington Convention Center. Better Together host Jan Bottiglieri was in Cleveland to try to capture that energy at the podcast booth. In this episode, we bring you six fun, short interviews—here's a sampling of what you'll hear: Brian Mock—President, Event Capture Systems: "We want to reduce waste and delay... and we want to do that in such a way that allows the paper maker to increase efficiencies of the overall process."  Heather Jennings—Director, Hum ..read more

Strong attendance, special events, and a sold-out exhibit hall kept the energy high at TAPPICon, held April 28 - May 1 at Cleveland's Huntington Convention Center. Better Together host Jan Bottiglieri was in Cleveland to try to capture that energy at the podcast booth. In this episode, we bring you seven fun short interviews—here's a sampling of what you'll hear: Bobby Hyde—Application Specialist, Valmet: "If your heart rate doesn't get up... because you're in an uncomfortable spot, then really at the end of the day, are you learning anything?" Lu Athnos—Regional Sales Manager, Pulp & Pape ..read more

In this episode, host Jan Bottiglieri speaks with Bud Chase and Alfredo Sarli, members of the TAPPI Tissue Division Dust Mitigation Committee. This growing, active group of professionals meets to discuss a critical issue: managing the risk of tissue mill dust fires. Listeners will learn more about the science behind dust combustion; how vendors and manufacturers are working together to identify new mitigation goals and techniques; the potential risk involved; and what top things our experts feel every tissue mill must do to manage this risk. Bud Chase is vice president—tissue at EDT (Enzymatic ..read more

WIN Division Panel Discusses Leadership Models in the Pulp, Paper, Packaging & Tissue IndustriesIn this special episode of Better Together, host Jan Bottiglieri is joined by three guests from TAPPI's Women in Industry Division. This dynamic group provides programming, events, and networking opportunities for women and men throughout the industry, with a focus on personal growth and career development For this Episode, our panel includes ·       Amanda Kernan of Valmet, who is our WIN Program Chair and a WIN Division Vice Chair; ·      Gabriele Pinckney, a ..read more

Welcome back for the second of two episodes of Better Together recorded at CorrExpo 2023 in Cleveland, OH, August 29 and 30th. More than 1,200 people attended the event, which featured an active exhibit floor, memorable networking events, and an expert-led technical program. Whether you were lucky enough to be there or not, these mini-interviews capture some of the engagement and excitement on site. In this episode, we'll be speaking with: ·      Matt Condon, business development manager, digital printing, Domino  Host Jan Bottiglieri asks Matt about new developments in di ..read more

If you're interested in the latest corrugated industry innovations, you're in the right place! This is the first of two episodes of Better Together recorded on site at CorrExpo 2023 in Cleveland, OH, August 29 and 30th. The event was a resounding success, with more than 1,200 people in attendance, an active exhibit floor, memorable networking events, and an expert-led technical program.  In this episode, we'll be speaking with: ·      Jonathan Fore, commercial lead at Baldwin TechnologiesJonathan tells host Jan Bottiglieri about Baldwin's cool new e-resource, PrintEnomic ..read more

This episode of Better Together welcomes Bob Chapman, chairman and CEO of St. Louis, MO-based Barry-Wehmiller, a $3B global capital equipment and engineering solutions company with more than 12,000 team members. Over the past two decades, Chapman's approach has evolved from traditional management practices to Truly Human Leadership—a people-centric approach where his team members feel valued, cared for, and integral to the company’s purpose. Bob Chapman will also be the opening keynoter at CorrExpo in Cleveland, OH, August 28-30.  In this inspiring conversation, Bob talks with Better Toge ..read more

TAPPICon 2023 was a huge success with attendees and exhibitors. Boasting high attendance and a top-notch program, the conference offered plenty for attendees, including a multi-track technical program and an exhibit floor packed with new technology. The event took place April 22 - 26, 2023 at Cobb Galleria in Atlanta, GA.  Better Together Host Jan Bottiglieri was right there at TAPPICon interviewing exhibitors and attendees to capture some of that energy live, while it was happening. The energy and enthusiasm from the folks she met make these interviews lively and informative. Here are t ..read more

TAPPICon 2023 was a huge success with attendees and exhibitors. Boasting high attendance and a top-notch program, the conference offered plenty for attendees, including a multi-track technical program and an exhibit floor packed with new technology. The event took place April 22 - 26, 2023 at Cobb Galleria in Atlanta, GA.  Better Together Host Jan Bottiglieri was right there at TAPPICon interviewing exhibitors and attendees to capture some of that energy live, while it was happening. For this special "Live from TAPPICon 2023!" episode, she's joined by guest host Mark Rushton, senior edito ..read more

In this episode we welcome John Dyck, CEO of CESMII - The Smart Manufacturing Institute, a post he has held since June of 2018. CESMII is a Manufacturing USA Institute chartered with transforming the US manufacturing market and increasing global competitiveness through the democratization of Smart Manufacturing technologies, knowledge, and business practices. Join Mr. Dyck and Paper360° Editorial Director Jan Bottiglieri as they discuss some of the innovative ways that CESMII is working to make that happen--and what it may mean not only for the leading companies in the pulp and paper industry ..read more