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ASSOCIATION NEWS Sean Riley Senior Director, Media & Industry Communications
Nancy Wilson Selected as a 2020 STEP Ahead Awardee
Nominate Rising Young Professionals
A champion of growing and developing women and the next generation in the workplace, PMMI board member and CEO of Morrison Container Handling Solutions Nancy Wilson was selected as a 2020 STEP Ahead honoree. Convened by The Manufacturing Institute, the annual STEP Ahead Awards recognizes women in science, technology, engineering and production careers who exemplify leadership within their companies. Wilson’s outstanding work as a manufacturer and leader in her community earned her recognition as a 2020 honoree. “Nancy is known in the industry for her unwavering commitment to growing and developing the roles of women and the next generation in today’s workforce,” says Tracy Stout, vice president, marketing and communications, PMMI. “PMMI is honored to have Nancy extensively involved in our organization and we look forward to celebrating her achievements during the STEP Ahead Awards.” An active PMMI member for more than a decade, Wilson helps drive the strategic plan for the industry as an elected member of the Board of Directors. As Chairperson of the Future Workforce Committee, she led the group in establishing $500,000 in matching funds to help members work locally to build the future manufacturing workforce.
Do you have a young professional in your company displaying extraordinary leadership qualities? Recognize this individual's achievements by nominating them for PMMI's On the Rise Awards. Winners will receive complimentary airfare, registration, and hotel stay for PMMI’s Annual Meeting, Oct. 5-7. • Candidates must be 35 years old or younger by July 31, 2020 • Entry-level young professional(s) employed by a PMMI member company for at least one year • Demonstrates leadership qualities and achievements in their role, and shows potential to lead the future of packaging and processing • Individual displays a desire to advance their career in packaging and processing • Only one employee can win per member company • Prior winners are excluded from consideration Submit a nomination at: oemgo. to/ontheriseawards
Organizations with Effective Leaders Outpace Competitors
The PMMI U Leadership Development Program was designed to assist PMMI member companies develop the future leaders and managers in their organizations. The program features a personalized leadership development plan for each participant, based on a multi-dimensional assessment measuring behavior, motivation, and leadership attributes. Help your future leader(s) stand out from the crowd and nominate them for PMMI’s upcoming Leadership Development program, starting virtually on June 12. To learn more about the Leadership Development Program and how to register, visit: oemgo.to/ leadershipdevelopment
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PACK EXPO Green for a More Sustainable World Launching at PACK EXPO International and Healthcare Packaging EXPO 2020 (Nov. 8-11; McCormick Place, Chicago) the PACK EXPO Green Program will highlight the commitment of PACK EXPO and all of its partners, vendors, and exhibitors working together to create a more sustainable world. Exhibitors providing sustainable solutions, either via new materials or technology such as biodegradable packaging or new packaging reduction processes, can highlight these efforts to reduce the carbon footprint with the new PACK EXPO Green Icon. Log into the Exhibitor Dashboard at oemgo.to/packexpo and click the PACK EXPO Green tile to get started or contact the PMMI Show Department at expo@pmmi.org.
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