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PMMI provides critical business solutions and resources for companies in the packaging and processing industry - keeping you connected to customers all year long.

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PMMI is your answer.

PMMI provides critical business solutions and resources for companies in the packaging and processing industry -keeping you connected to customers all year long.

join
about pmmi

PMMI is your answer.

PMMI provides critical business solutions and resources for companies in the packaging and processing industry -keeping you connected to customers all year long.

join
about pmmi

PMMI is your answer.

PMMI provides critical business solutions and resources for companies in the packaging and processing industry -keeping you connected to customers all year long.

join
about pmmi

What's New?

Reserve Your Seat for Annual Meeting

Registration is now open for the PMMI Annual Meeting 2025, taking place Nov. 10–12 in Nashville. Join top leaders, hear fresh ideas, and enjoy exclusive experiences. 

Reserve Your Spot

Coming Soon!

Stay tuned for the recording of this year's PPWLN Breakfast featuring speaker Alison Fragale. Hear actionable strategies, conventional wisdom, and practical advice to navigate your career.

Learn More

Workshop for Sales Professionals

The best sales professionals aren’t just selling — they’re providing solutions. The key to closing more deals starts here:

Register Today

PACK Challenge Competition

Get your local schools involved with the PACK Challenge! A packaging competition for students that drives innovation, collaboration, and development of essential industry skills.

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Update Your Profile!

PMMI ProSource is making it easier for users to connect with the right suppliers, but if your profile isn't up to date, you could miss out on valuable leads.

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2025 State of the Industry is Here!

This in-depth report on the status of the packaging machinery industry contains the most up-to-date statistics, estimates, and analysis available on the U.S. and Canadian packaging machinery industries.

View Report

Reserve Your Seat for Annual Meeting

Registration is now open for the PMMI Annual Meeting 2025, taking place Nov. 10–12 in Nashville. Join top leaders, hear fresh ideas, and enjoy exclusive experiences. 

Reserve Your Spot

Coming Soon!

Stay tuned for the recording of this year's PPWLN Breakfast featuring speaker Alison Fragale. Hear actionable strategies, conventional wisdom, and practical advice to navigate your career.

Learn More

Workshop for Sales Professionals

The best sales professionals aren’t just selling — they’re providing solutions. The key to closing more deals starts here:

Register Today

PACK Challenge Competition

Get your local schools involved with the PACK Challenge! A packaging competition for students that drives innovation, collaboration, and development of essential industry skills.

Learn More

Upcoming Meetings & Events

10
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Nov
Young Professionals Network
Leadership Development ProgramLeadership Development Program

Leadership Development Program

November
10
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JW Marriot Nashville
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Nashville, TN
10
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12
Nov
Meetings
Annual MeetingAnnual Meeting

Annual Meeting

November
10
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November
12
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JW Marriot Nashville
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Nashville, TN
13
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14
Nov
Workforce Development
Packaging & Processing Equipment Selling in Today's MarketPackaging & Processing Equipment Selling in Today's Market

Packaging & Processing Equipment Selling in Today's Market

November
13
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November
14
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JW Marriot Nashville
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Nashville, TN, USA
2
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4
Feb
Joint Committee MeetingJoint Committee Meeting

Joint Committee Meeting

February
2
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February
4
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The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club
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St. Petersburg, FL
17
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19
Feb
Networking
PACK EXPO EastPACK EXPO East

PACK EXPO East

February
17
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February
19
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Pennsylvania Convention Center
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Philadelphia, PA
SEE FULL CALENDAR OF EVENTS
PMMI Roadshow in Dallas, TX
Dana Greenly at VDL Packaging in Chesterfield, VA
Dana Greenly at VDL Packaging in Chesterfield, VA
Dana Greenly at VMek In Midlothian, VA
Andrew Dougherty at LAKO in Perrysburg, OH
Joe Kusmisz (owner President), Steve Schellenberg, David Brown. Located in Canton, Georgia.
Glen Long, Sr. Vice President, PMMI, LIVE w/Jonathon Viens VP Sales & Marketing for Osgood
John Panaseny-CEO Rovema North America, Norcross Georgia and the elephant is (CHARLIE)
ESS Technologies, Inc. A Pacteon Company ribbon-cutting ceremony in Christiansburg, VA.
Additional Resources
PMMI Conveyor Newsletter

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Video Highlights
2025 and Beyond - PMMI Chairperson’s Report, Executive Leadership Conference
2025 and Beyond - PMMI Chairperson’s Report, Executive Leadership Conference
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Industry News

Robotics, AI shaping future of industry workforce

produce processing
OCT. 1, 2025

Agtech is branching beyond advanced combines and vertical hydroponics. Like many other industries, agriculture is embracing robotics and artificial intelligence (AI) as workforce aids for the next generation.

Experts say these assets are becoming critical fixtures for precision agriculture because of their ability to enable data-driven decision-making and make farms more resilient, productive and sustainable.

AGRICULTURE AUTOMATION DRIVERS

In 1950, around 9.93 million farmworkers — some hired, some family members — labored on U.S. farms, according to the USDA’s Economic Research Service. By 2000, that number decreased to 1.19 million, and shortages persisted.

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PMMI Foundation Golf Tournament Raises Over $40,000 to Support the Future Workforce

Show News

Team 7 Takes the Show Floor by Storm in the 2025 Amazing Packaging Race at PACK EXPO Las Vegas

Show News

PACK EXPO Las Vegas Marks 30 Years with a Record-Breaking Scale, Spotlighting Solutions for Today’s Biggest Challenges and Future Opportunities

Show News
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PACK EXPO Trade Shows

PACK EXPO EastPACK EXPO East
Now Accepting Exhibitor Applications
Feb 17–19, 2026
Philadelphia, PA
Now Accepting Exhibitor Applications
June 2–5, 2026
Mexico City, CDMX
Now Accepting Exhibitor Applications
Oct 18–21, 2026
Chicago, IL
Now Accepting Exhibitor Applications
April 12–14, 2027
Atlanta, GA
Save the Date
June 15–17, 2027
Guadalajara, Jal.
Save the Date
Sept 27–29, 2027
Las Vegas, NV

Business Drivers

BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE

Powerful research designed to move your business forward.

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

Timely, cost effective, flexible and geographically available training.

GLOBAL MARKETING

Resources to navigate today’s global markets.

INDUSTRY STANDARDS

Dynamic communities that benefit the industry.

OPX LEADERSHIP NETWORK

A forum that brings together CPGs and PMMI member suppliers to identify and solve common operational challenges.

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS NETWORK

Resources to retain valuable employees and groom them for leadership.

WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP NETWORK

A network designed to expand the presence and influence of women in the industry.

MAX MEMBER FORUM

Solution developer for key member business issues identified by PMMI programs.

Podcasts & Webinars

Podcast
Oct 8, 2025

Leadership in Balance

Guest: Justin Jackola, speaker and storyteller
In this episode, we dive into how today’s leaders can find balance between ambition, rest, and mental well-being. Motivational speaker Justin Jackola offers real-world ideas for managing stress, setting healthy boundaries, and building habits that help you recharge without losing momentum in your career.
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Leadership in Balance
Podcast
Sep 24, 2025

Bridging Marketing & Operations in the Sustainability Shift

Guest: Greg Berguig, president, PAC Machinery
In this episode, Greg Berguig, president, PAC Machinery, discusses the shift to sustainable packaging and what it means for legacy equipment, costs, and collaboration across the supply chain. He shares insights on the challenges, opportunities, and innovations shaping the future of sustainable materials in packaging.
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Bridging Marketing & Operations in the Sustainability Shift
Podcast
Sep 10, 2025

30 Years of PACK EXPO: What’s New in Las Vegas 2025

Guest: Laura Thompson, vice president, trade shows, PMMI
In this episode, we’re joined by Laura Thompson, PMMI’s VP of Trade Show, to get the inside scoop on what’s ahead at PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2025. This year marks the show’s 30th anniversary and its first time passing one million net square feet. Laura walks us through what to expect, from bigger pavilions and guided tours to the newest breakthroughs in automation, robotics, and AI.
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30 Years of PACK EXPO: What’s New in Las Vegas 2025
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