DUSSELDORF, GERMANY — interpack is holding its first ever “Women in Packaging” event during the annual trade show set for May 4-10 at the fairgrounds in Dusseldorf, Germany. The event was created to give women a space where they can share experiences as well as connect and make new contacts within the industry.
The program will feature a panel discussion with top female speakers from across the world, along with networking opportunities. Moderated by Nerida Kelton, VP of sustainability and save food at the World Packaging Organization (WPO), the panel will feature the following speakers:
- Nadia Taylor, co-founder and director at tna solutions
- Afsaneh Nabifar, head of global market development biopolymers, BASF
- Valentina Aureli, CEO of Aetna Group
- Marjo Halonen, VP communications of Metsä Board
- Gabi Bauer, head of marketing and communications for Uhlmann Pac-Systeme
With the packaging and processing industry being predominantly male, women in leadership positions is uncommon. This event will draw attention to barriers and areas where companies can benefit from more diversity.
The event is also structured around opportunities for women to join the processing and packaging sector and strategies for attracting young talent such as providing support through mentoring programs, creating image campaigns for the sector and offering equal opportunities and attractive working conditions.
Supported by World Packaging Organization (WPO), the event will take place on May 8 at noon (12 p.m.) in the International Lounge.
