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June 23, 2025

Dallas, TX | Registration Fee: $150

Hosted by the Emerging Leaders Committee

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! 

Registration is now open for the 2025 Young Professionals Conference! This full-day conference features a panel of industry executives sharing their career advice, three keynote sessions geared towards advancing your professional development, boosting your emotional health and well-being, and plenty of networking breaks to interact with and learn from your industry peers.

The conference will be hosted at the Ritz-Carlon in Dallas, Texas and will be hosted the day before the PMMI Roadshow. Attendees are encouraged to attend the Roadshow,which is free to attend.

If you are looking for education and networking opportunities that are tailored just for rising leaders in the packaging and processing industry, you won’t want to miss the 2025 Young Professionals Conference!

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This Conference Is Eligible for Financial Support from PMMI U
Take advantage of the PMMI U Skills Fund or Tuition Reimbursement Program to make this investment even more valuable.

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2025 Young Professionals Conference Agenda

8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.

Light Breakfast

8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Executive Panel Discussion

Join a dynamic panel of industry executives as they share personal stories, lessons learned, and practical advice on navigating a successful career in the packaging and processing industry. From discovering unexpected career paths to embracing mentorship,seizing opportunities, and cultivating leadership potential, this session offers a candid look into the journeys of those who’ve risen to the top. Young professionals will gain valuable insight into what it takes to grow, lead, and thrive—both professionally and personally. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from those who’ve walked the path and are now shaping the future of the industry.

- Panelist: Andrew Barreau, President and CEO,Felins, Inc.

- Panelist: Jacob Wall, Packaging Engineering Manager, PPC Flexible Packaging

- Panelist: End-User/CPG (Pending)

- Moderator: Glen Long, Senior Vice President, PMMI

10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Networking + AM Break

10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

The New Manager’s Playbook: Leadership Skills & Generational Confidence

Stepping into leadership for the first time can be challenging—especially when managing friends, having tough conversations, or leading people older than you. This session equips new managers with practical strategies to set boundaries, build trust, and lead with confidence across generational lines. Walk away with actionable tips to navigate the shift from peer to leader with clarity,empathy, and authority.

- Speaker: Kristi Dooley, Executive Coach and Consultant, True Purpose Leadership

11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Networking Break

12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Lunch

1:00 p.m. – 1:40 p.m.

Unlocking the Industry with ProSource

Discover how PMMI’s ProSource can be a powerful tool to deepen your knowledge of the packaging and processing industry while elevating your company’s visibility. Learn how to leverage this dynamic platform to connect with potential customers and position your business for greater success.

- Speaker: Dave Newcorn, President, PMMI Media Group

1:40 p.m. – 2:10 p.m.

Networking Break + PM Break

2:10 p.m. – 3:10 p.m.

Micro Sabbatical: Rest Lessons After 40-Days Alone in the Woods

This transformative keynote takes audiences on a deeply personal journey of self-discovery, rediscovering work/life balance, and mental rejuvenation. Drawing from the speaker’s experience of spending 40 days alone in the Rocky Mountains to overcome anxiety and reconnect with what it's like to feel normal again, this session offers powerful lessons on how to find rest and reduce stress in your daily personal and professional life. With practical tools and insights, this workshop empowers participants to manage their stress, create healthier habits, and integrate restorative practices into their hectic lives, ultimately fostering clarity, mental health, and a deeper connection to their lives.

- Speaker: Justin Jackola, Entrepreneur, Storyteller, Adventurer, and Leader

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3:10 p.m.

Event Concludes

6:30 – 8:30 p.m. 

Optional Dinner - YPC & Roadshow Attendees

This event is ideal for entry to mid-level industry professionals who are looking to advance in their careers and network with peers. These professionals have roles across the supply chain, from sales managers, to marketing coordinators, to engineers. Note: Attendees are recommended to be age 35 and under. 

Stay Connected

The network stays connected via a dedicated LinkedIn group, sharing original content and discussing a variety of leadership topics, and through e-newsletters. Opt-in to the Young Professionals Network by clicking here.

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