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Ready to join the leading association for the converters and suppliers of all forms of paperboard packaging?

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Become a #BoXpert today and receive renowned benchmarking & industry trends, advocacy & regulatory defense efforts, world-class networking & connections, cutting-edge technology & training, and much more. A PPC membership is the premier place for box experts to hone their skills, expand their knowledge, and grow their network.

 

 

Sustaining your industry

You are a celebrated member of the paperboard packaging industry—and now it’s time to become a proud member of the premier paperboard packaging industry association. PPC membership sustains your company and your industry. Grow your business with a variety of tools, metrics, and educational programs. Build connections throughout the industry. Contribute to the powerful sustainability story that inspires countless consumers today.

We invite you to become a valued member of PPC. Browse the benefits below to see how we can help your business grow and thrive.


 

Here's why

Gain deep

Industry Knowledge 

In addition to timely and relevant articles, white papers, and industry briefs, you’ll have access to RISI’s annual Trends Report, created exclusively for PPC members. This extensive report provides invaluable insight into the folding carton market, both present and future. It’s designed to help executives, sales staff, and marketers identify potential opportunities for growth.

Access member-driven

Performance Benchmarks 

Hardworking and focused on their operations, many paperboard packaging manufacturers find it challenging to compare their operational metrics with those of their peers. But PPC membership makes it easy to benchmark and improve.  Members receive access to participate in exclusive benchmarking metrics in the areas of operations, safety, finance, and compensation, helping to remove blind posts and drive performance.

Develop serious

Bench
Strength 

Your PPC membership doesn’t just apply to you. Your entire team belongs. Here’s your chance to deepen your staff’s knowledge in areas of finance, operations, structural design, and human resources. Through targeted boot camps, seminars, and training, your team will learn what it takes to perform at the highest levels.

Establish a strong

Network
of Peers 

As a PPC member, you’ll be able to build a network of peers and gain access to thought leaders in the industry by attending conferences and workshops. Join one of our working groups in areas like government affairs, marketing and sustainability, and human resources. And remember, your PPC peers are just a phone call away if you find yourself in need of some practical advice.

Grow our

Sustainability Story 

The paperboard packaging industry was model of social responsibility before the concept came into vogue. As an industry, we champion environmental stewardship through our sustainable substrate and responsible business practices. We are committed to sharing paperboard’s powerful sustainability story. As growing numbers of consumers begin to factor sustainable packaging into their purchasing decisions, we’ll be there—front and center.

Benefit from

Legislative Advocacy 

PPC believes in educating legislators about the importance of paperboard packaging. We regularly coordinate with our members and industry allies like the American Forest & Paper Association to keep advocating at local and national levels. We track legislation impacting our industry at the state level, and we help bring local companies to the Legislature to advocate on behalf of the industry. Together, we can make our presence known.