Hello,

I'd like to welcome everyone who is new to the GBIG News! Thanks for giving us a chance to tell you about our B2B organization. Green Bay Innovation Group is a nonprofit foundation and business consortium bringing together people in the 5P Industries and converting in the Great Lakes Region.

Sometimes, it is not what you know, it is who you know! Business relationships play a pivotal role in success. I've experienced this many times in my printing and paper career and in my10 years with GBIG.

As the founder and executive director of GBIG, I'd like to personally invite you to expand your business opportunities by becoming a member. Together, we can drive the industry forward and advance the region as the world’s heart of innovation in Packaging, Paper, Plastic, Printing, Pulp, and Converting. 

Sincerely, 
Marty Ochs, GBIG Executive Director

MartinPOchs@gmail.com

What is Green Bay Innovation Group?

Green Bay Innovation Group (GBIG) is a nonprofit foundation and business consortium serving as a catalyst for collaboration across the Great Lakes Region’s Packaging, Paper, Plastics, Printing, Pulp (5P) and the Converting industries. GBIG operates under the leadership of a Board of Directors and Executive Director Marty Ochs, who has 50 years of industry experience. The consortium seeks to advance the industry and foster business relationships through education, networking, and strategic partnerships.

Why become a GBIG Member?

Innovation & Vision

Members explore industry trends and innovations at seminars, events, plant tours, and an annual expo,

Programs & Engagement

GBIG hosts events like facility tours, a golf outing, 5P Expo, and seminars focused on high-impact topics.

Strategic Partnerships

GBIG Executive Director Marty Ochs’ introductions are yielding multiple business transactions. Plus, the GBIG Membership Directory contains valuable contact info to facilitate collaboration.

Community Investment

GBIG donates to shelters, addiction centers, environmental ed. programs, people with disabilities, universities, and other nonprofits.

Communication & Promotion

GBIG News disseminates the latest industry news, innovations, and events to 7,600 inboxes. GBIG members share updates and milestones to promote their companies.

What is Women in the 5P?

Women in the 5P Industries (Wi5P) empowers women to excel at every stage of their paper and packaging-related careers – from the classroom to the boardroom. As a branch of Green Bay Innovation Group, Wi5P’s goal is to promote programs, connections, volunteer opportunities, and events that enable the development of the 5P community. 

Wi5P welcomes new members. Connect with Wi5P on LinkedIn to learn more about this active professional organization.