$50 Gets You into Green Bay's Premier
5P Showcase Expo on Feb. 24: Register Now!
The GBIG 5P Showcase Expo brings together industry experts and leading innovations in the 5P Industries, converting, and food packaging. Don’t miss your chance to attend or exhibit at the 5P Showcase Expo on Tuesday, Feb. 24, at Oneida Casino Hotel in Green Bay.
Register today. The cost is $1,000 to exhibit and $50 to attend. The Expo is open 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with industry experts presenting at 9:00 a.m. and 1 p.m. and a free, onsite networking event from 3:30-5 p.m.
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Making the World Safer with Packaging
Laura Bix, PhD, is the Interim Director for the School of Packaging at Michigan State University. She leads the Packaging HUB - Healthcare, Universal Design and Biomechanics. Her interdisciplinary efforts regarding healthcare packaging and ease of use have been recognized by industry experts.
Prof. Bix will present "Making the World Safer with Packaging" at 9 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24, at the 5P Showcase Expo.
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Current Trends in Printing & Packaging
Rick Stokes. Vice President – Market Management at Sun Chemical, has been in the packaging industry for 34 years. He has worked in manufacturing, sales, and marketing for a wide range of adhesives, coatings, and inks.
Rick will review the events and trends affecting the printing and packaging industry in his presentation, “Current Trends in the Printing and Packaging Markets” at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24, at the 5P Showcase Expo.
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High Speed Printing is HERE!
Kim Barham, Sun Chemicals Business Development Executive, and Steve Howell, Sun Chemicals Advanced Application Specialist, will present “High Speed Printing is HERE!” at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24 at the 5P Showcase Expo. Kim and Steve will share their knowledge gained from 30+ years in the printing industry.
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GBIG is Hiring a Membership Director
GBIG is growing and is seeking to hire a motivated and relationship-driven Membership Director.
If you enjoy engaging with local businesses and organizations and have experience in the 5P Industries and marketing, check out this part-time contractor position.
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2026 Economic Forecast
First Business Bank will present "2026 Economic Forecast: Expert Insights From Industry Leaders" from 7:30-9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21, at Holidays Pub & Grill in Appleton.
Nancy Johnshoy, CFA, Senior Vice President - Portfolio Manager & Market Strategist, will break down economic data. A panel of leaders from Northeast Wisconsin will speak. Seating is limited, and registration is required.
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Industry Tour
Women in the 5P are organizing an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Green Bay Packaging, a leader in innovative, sustainable packaging solutions. The tour is at 1p.m Tuesday, Feb. 10, at 1601 N. Quincy St., Green Bay. This event is limited to the first 10 registrants, so register today.
Women in the 5P Industries (Wi5P) empowers women to excel at every stage of their paper and packaging-related careers.
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AI in Action
Small business owners, managers, and entrepreneurs looking to use AI confidently are encouraged to attend AI in Action for Small Business Owners. The online event, presented by the Green Bay Packers Mentor Protégé Program, is from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 22.
Attendees will learn how to translate content for bilingual customers, summarize Excel data, create SOPs and flow diagrams, and brainstorm new product ideas.
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Breakfast Briefing
Amundsen Davis will present a complimentary webcast in its Breakfast Briefing Series: Reasonable Accommodations in the Workplace.
The webcast begins at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21. It will focus on evaluating accommodation requests, managing the interactive process, and addressing employee and supervisor questions.
The Breakfast Briefing Series takes place at 8:30 a.m. on the third Wednesday of every month.
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2025 Printing Industry Census
Led by PRINTING United Alliance Media Brands Editorial Director Denise Gustavson, the 2025 Printing Industry Census offers the most comprehensive portrait to date of the people who power the modern printing industry.
Through its blend of statistical insights, personal testimonies, and human-centered storytelling, the report paints a vibrant picture of an industry rooted in centuries-old craftsmanship while continually adapting to new technology, shifting workforce dynamics, and evolving cultural expectations.
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Sustainability Report
Sun Chemical released its 15th annual Sustainability Report, detailing progress toward advancing circular product innovation and industry collaboration.
The report outlines Sun Chemical's ongoing efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and achieve net carbon neutrality by 2050. The company has reached 86 percent of the way toward its 2030 target.
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ERP for Printing & Packaging
SolutionsX, a leading provider of advanced ERP solutions, will exhibit at the 5P Showcase Expo. Solutions X will demonstrate how a modern ERP solution streamlines operations and drives growth for the printing and packaging industries.
For over 20 years, SolutionsX has leveraged its firsthand industry experience to deliver tailored, cutting-edge technology solutions and industry-leading business practices that accelerate the flow of accurate, relevant information and enable employees to make data-driven decisions.
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Generator Enclosures
Robinson is an industry leader in the production of reliable generator enclosures at virtually any scale. Robinson's design and fabrication teams deliver the performance needed to protect generators from the elements, thereby extending product lifespan and maximizing ROI.
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Facility Design
Carrus Group, an operational efficiency consulting firm, and the Green Bay Packaging Alliance are spotlighting a pragmatic, model-first approach to facility design that helps packaging and converting operations reduce risk, improve flow, and align building investments with real production performance.
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Architect & Builder
Keller, Inc. will be the Architect and General Contractor/Builder of a 70,624 sq. ft. addition building project for Wisconsin Pallet & Storage in Monroe, Wis. The addition will provide space for approximately 8,000 additional pallet positions. Completion is expected in summer 2026.
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The mission statement of the Green Bay Innovation Group is to bring together and create opportunities for networking between Wisconsin companies involved in the Paper, Printing, Pulp, Plastics, Packaging, Converting and Supplier Industries. GBIG creates an open dialog between companies. GBIG webinars, meetings, etc. talk about current and new products, technology, innovation, sales, marketing, social media/web design, new equipment, etc.
GBIG is looking to create new products, new markets and expand the presence of our industries in Wisconsin. We are here to help you push the norm and challenge one another to help make our companies and our communities better.
Finally, we are bringing financial support to our communities, especially to those most in need through the donations from our Sponsors.
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