2025 Spring Outlook & Strategies Conference

Location

JW Marriott Indianapolis
10 S West St, Indianapolis, IN 46204

The night of Tues., April 22nd is SOLD OUT of the PPC Room Block. If you require a hotel room for this night, alternative options are available using the link here. If you do not need a hotel room for the night of Tues. April 22nd, please book your reservation in the PPC room block here.

Rooms will be allocated on a first–come, first–served basis. Reservations will be accepted at the discounted group rate until the room block is full or the cutoff date (whichever comes first). After that, reservations will be honored based on availability at regular hotel rates.

If you have any trouble reserving your hotel room, please call Rose Morris at (413) 686-9191 or email info@paperbox.org

Rate: $219

Book your Room Now!

Air Travel

Indianapolis International Airport (IND)

Wednesday, April 23

7:30 am–7:00 pm: PPC Registration Desk Open

Learn more about sessions + speakers here.

8:30 AM : Power Pitches & Committee Meetings

PPC Power Pitches: Technical & Production Forum

Formerly known as the Principal Member Breakfast, the Technical & Production Forum at PPC’s Spring Meeting is now a fast-paced, interactive experience designed to connect Converter and industry Supplier in a dynamic, discussion-based format.

The reimagined event features a speed-pitching structure where Supplier Members rotate through tables hosted by PPC’s Executive Committee and Board Members. Rather than traditional presentations, the small-group discussions will provide an engaging way to explore the latest advancements in technology, equipment, and production solutions.

Our elevated forum offers a valuable opportunity for Converter Members to gain industry insights and for Supplier Members to showcase innovations in a more interactive setting. The Technical & Production Forum is designed to help drive real-world improvements in paperboard packaging operations by fostering meaningful connections while highlighting technology.

If interested in attending, please indicate so when you register or email Rose Morris, Meetings & Sponsorships Manager, rose@paperbox.org.

Marketing + Membership Committee Meeting
If interested in joining the Marketing + Membership Committee, please email Lauren Zuber, Director of Marketing, at lauren@paperbox.org.

Executive Committee Meeting (Closed)

Board of Directors Meeting (Closed)

AF&PA Sector Meeting (Closed)

Women in Leadership Council Meeting
Join us for a presentation on Effective Communication hosted by Ann Bowers-Evangelista, Psy.D., MBA.  Registration is required. Select the meeting in your registration or email Kyra Slocum, Membership Manager, at kyra@paperbox.org to add to an existing registration.

Industry Benchmarking Committee Meeting
Open to all members. Join us to learn more about PPC’s Industry Benchmarking Program and how to get involved.

Rigid Box Committee  – CANCLED:
Virtual Meeting will take place following Spring Meeting. More info coming soon!
Open to all Rigid Box Members.

Associate Member Committee Meeting
Open to all Associate Members.

6:00 pm: Offsite Reception at the Indianapolis Zoo

Kick off your Spring Meeting experience by joining us for an exclusive event at the Indianapolis Zoo’s Dolphin Exhibit and Underwater Viewing Area! Watch dolphins up close in a unique setting as they interact in the underwater viewing dome.

Enjoy dinner and beverages while networking with industry peers and leaders. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to connect, exchange ideas, and build relationships in a memorable environment.

All times and sessions are subject to change.

Thursday, April 24

8:00 am–4:30 pm: General Session

Learn more about sessions + speakers here.

7:00–8:00 am: Breakfast

8:00 am: General Session

Stabilize, Then Strengthen, A Culture Driven Approach to Long Term Success
Lisa Pruett, RRD PPC EC

Avoiding Costly Employment Lawsuit in Today’s Turbulent Times
Jessica Rosen, Greenwald Doherty LLP

The Courage to Collaborate: Navigating the New Packaging Landscape Together
Paul Nowak, GreenBlue

Safety: No Secrets, Just Smarter Choices
Galen Killam, Great Northern Corp

From Plan to Practice: Making Cybersecurity a Daily Habit
Darryl Carlson, Royal Paper Box

12:00 – 1:30pm: Lunch | NGL Lunch | NGL+ Lunch

PPC Committee Updates

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT – Pressing Forward: The 3A Press Journey from Family Roots to Industry Leadership
Marie Rosado, 3A Press

Breakout Sessions

Film Fest

Economic Shifts in 2025: Where Are We Now?
Chris Keuhl, Armada Corporate Intelligence

6:30 pm: Welcome Reception followed by Chair Safety Awards Ceremony + Dinner

Identified through PPC’s Annual Safety Boxscore report, the Chair’s Safety Award is the top award within our Industry Benchmarking Program. This prestigious accolade is given to the company or plant that finishes the year with the most hours worked without an OSHA recordable incident.

All times and sessions are subject to change.

Friday, April 25

8:30 am–11:30 am: General Session

Learn more about sessions + speakers here.

7:30–8:30 am: Breakfast

8:30 am: General Session

Ai’s Biggest Questions, Myths, and Mysteries & The Seven Things Your Company Should Do with AI
Beth Z, Nerdy Best Friend

Associate members are invited to submit a 1-2 minute video highlighting their company’s unique attributes and special distinctions. Don’t worry about making it professional—the best videos are made in just a few hours with an iPhone! The only requirement is to have fun and be creative.

Submit the form here to show your video at future PPC Annual Conferences. Videos will be displayed at upcoming meetings in the order they are submitted, as time allows.

Other sponsorship opportunities are available for PPC Associate Members. Visit paperbox.org/sponsorship, or submit your request below!

Submit Your Request