Industry Leaders Attending PaperCon

PaperCon is the world’s largest technical conference for the paper and packaging industry. Considered the industry’s premier event, it draws mills and paper and packaging professionals from around the world eager to learn about the latest technologies and processes available and to discuss critical issues affecting the industry today. Click here to see who has already registered for PaperCon.

PaperCon also is a great platform for young professionals just starting their careers who need to learn the basics of paper and packaging as well as meet seasoned professionals that can provide valuable insight into the industry.

PaperCon 2017 will be held on April 23-26, 2017, in Minneapolis, Minn. Mills and industry professionals planning on attending are encouraged to register and start planning their conference experience today.

PaperCon attendees have the opportunity to customize their conference experience to best fit their individual needs.

Whether you are an executive, manager, supervisor, engineer, scientist, or are new to the industry, PaperCon offers you a wide variety of topics and key discussions to help you reach your goals. You also have the choice of multiple networking events to participate in to meet new contacts and strengthen existing business relationships.

Nine Technical Program Tracks – PaperCon offers nine different tracks that focus on specific topic areas. These tracks include: Papermaking Best Practices; Papermaking Additives; Process Control & Fluid Fundamentals; Management (PIMA), Coating & Graphic Arts, Tutorials, Nonwovens (NETInc), Recycled Paperboard (RTPA), and Maintenance & Reliability (OpEx). With nine different tracks for you to choose from, you can attend the technical presentations that most interest you. See the technical program.

Onsite Mobile App – The TAPPI Onsite mobile app will help you plan your conference experience and navigate the show floor. You can view the conference schedule and select the specific presentations and events that best fit your needs. Your customized schedule will help ensure you don’t miss anything. You can also communicate with exhibitors and fellow attendees. Download the app and get started.

Hotel and Travel – Don’t get caught without a place to stay while you are in Minneapolis. Book your hotel right away to ensure you have a room. Also, make your travel arrangements as soon as possible to get the best airfare and car rental rates. If traveling from another country and you need a visa, make sure you allocate enough time to get it processed and approved. Get more information about hotel and travel.

New and Popular Programs - PaperCon has added new programs to the conference schedule as well as included many popular programs that were requested by attendees. You can learn more about each program before the conference and decide which ones you want to be part of:

Networking Opportunities/Special Events – Known for its networking opportunities, PaperCon offers multiple special events throughout the four-day conference that will allow you to build new business relationships and strengthen old ones. They also let you have a little fun along the way! Plan which ones you want to attend and reserve your space now:

PaperCon 2017 is just three weeks away. Mills and industry professionals should start planning their conference experience now and are encouraged to bring their teams. Register today.