Institute of Packaging Professionals (IoPP)

Lights✨! Camera🎥! Action🎬! Our brand new "Why Packaging?" video highlights why packaging is a great career choice for students or nontraditional professionals looking to break into the industry. Packaging careers offer immense potential for growth, creativity, and innovation. As technology advances, so does the importance of product design, development, testing, manufacturing processes, and more — all areas critical to successful packaging initiatives. This video shows how opportunities in the packaging industry translate into meaningful work experiences and strong career paths. You'll hear perspectives from current packaging professionals working in areas like medical devices and sustainability, from future packaging professionals excited to join the industry, and you'll learn some impressive statistics on new graduates' salary ranges and job placement rates. Watch it now! #packaging #WhyPackaging

Sustainable packaging isn’t one-size-fits-all—it’s about balancing durability, environmental impact, and market demands. From recycled content to plastic reduction, the right approach depends on the product. The Packer looks at the challenges and opportunities: https://buff.ly/435pNOs #packaging

The deadline for our Packaging Education Scholarship Fund is this week! If you're a junior or senior pursuing a packaging degree, apply by February 28 for a chance to earn support for your education. The application is quick and easy—get yours in now: https://buff.ly/3SNLhbL #packaging

Meet our 2025 Board Members | Nicole Kandoth has been an IoPP member since 2008 and has served on our board since 2022. For her, IoPP is more than a network—it’s a career-shaping resource. If you’re looking for a community that supports your growth in packaging, IoPP is where you belong: https://bit.ly/4hTJ3Ty #packaging

Your packaging deserves the spotlight! Our AmeriStar Awards competition is open for entries—this is your chance to earn industry-wide recognition. With 17 categories, there’s a place for your best work. Submit your market-ready designs by April 30: https://buff.ly/3PEeYuL #packaging

AI is shaking up packaging design, from accelerating label creation to generating 4D visuals in real time. With usage surging across industries and age groups, what does this mean for the future of creativity? DairyReporter takes a closer look: https://bit.ly/3CTqJek #packaging

Struggling with primary packaging, testing, or sustainability? Our Packaging Consultants Council connects you with experts like Danica VanBeek, CPP, who bring strategic solutions to tackle your toughest packaging challenges. Find the right consultant for your needs: https://buff.ly/3Q932BG #packaging

Stay connected with the latest in packaging! From IoPP programs and events to industry news and trends, our weekly newsletter has it all. Check out this week's issue: https://buff.ly/3Qtoul0 #packaging

Boosting the circularity of post-consumer polypropylene in food packaging means tackling one big challenge—proving it’s free of harmful substances. Packaging Europe shares insights into a European-wide initiative aiming to overcome this challenge: https://buff.ly/4b8kmAs #packaging

Packaging professionals are driving sustainability, and our Fundamentals of Sustainable Packaging course, April 22-24 in Atlanta, gives you the tools to lead the way. Learn from industry experts, explore real-world strategies, and tour a recycling facility. Only 35 seats are available! Register now: https://buff.ly/3V7mIch #packaging