The Packaging & Processing Women's Leadership Network (PPWLN) is dedicated to supporting the recruitment, retention, and advancement of women in the packaging and processing industries.

Our network provides valuable resources through both online and in-person events, fostering a vibrant community where members share information and engage in meaningful networking. To connect with like-minded professionals and stay informed, we invite you to subscribe to keep up to date on events and resources. Engage, learn, and grow with us as we empower women in our field!

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Invest in Your Momentum!

During PACK EXPO International, join women from across manufacturing at the PPWLN Networking Breakfast on Oct. 20, from 7:30 to 9:00 a.m. This year, hear from retired U.S. Air Force Colonel and first female Air Force Thunderbird, Nicole Malachowski, as she shares insights from a career spent breaking barriers and leading under pressure.

It’s your time; come make the most of it!

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We're excited to share that this year's PPWLN Networking Breakfast keynote speaker at PACK EXPO International is Nicole Malachowski! In the newly released unPACKed podcast episode, she shares why vulnerability is a leadership strength, how to build high-performing teams, and what it takes to lead through constant change.

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Featured Podcast

People Over Process: Leadership Lessons from the Cockpit

Nicole flew F-15Es in combat, led the Thunderbirds, and advised the White House over a 21-year Air Force career, and her take on leadership isn't what you'd expect. She joins the pod to break down why vulnerability, not authority, builds high-performing teams and how to lead people through constant change.

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Latin America Chapter

Learn more about The Packaging & Processing Women's Leadership Network's Latin America chapter which serves to inspire, recruit, retain and advance women's careers in packaging and processing.

We do this through online and in-person events, information-sharing and networking.

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Digital Resource

To demonstrate how far modern manufacturing has come and the need for diversity in the industry, PMMI’s Packaging & Processing Women’s Leadership Network (PPWLN) has an ongoing program in place that connects multiple generations of women currently in the industry or interested in learning more.

Now, PPWLN and the OpX Leadership Network have teamed up to deliver an easy to access digital resource that outlines five core characteristics that will help women navigate a career in manufacturing.