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Recycling Multilayer Plastic Packaging by Solvent-Targeted Recovery and Precipitation Webinar
TAPPI presents advanced plastic recycling research through STRAP (Solvent Targeted Recovery and Precipitation), a breakthrough process that recovers high-quality resins from difficult-to-recycle multilayer packaging films. Professor Reid Van Lehn demonstrates how computational modeling guides selective solvent choice to dissolve specific polymer components while maintaining chemical purity. The process achieves 70% lower energy requirements compared to virgin resin production, targeting pilot-scale operations by 2026 with commercial implementation planned for 2028-2029. This physical dissolution method offers sustainable alternatives for packaging waste streams that cannot be mechanically recycled, providing leadership insights for operations managers pursuing advanced recycling technologies and ROI-driven sustainability initiatives.
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TAPPI 2025 Value of Sustaining Membership
This brief video content appears to contain minimal verbal communication, consisting primarily of casual greetings. For seasoned industry professionals and legacy leaders seeking meaningful engagement opportunities, this format may not align with typical knowledge-sharing preferences. Senior executives and retirees often value substantive content that supports their goals of staying informed, maintaining professional relevance, and contributing expertise to industry standards. More comprehensive video resources featuring in-depth discussions, technical presentations, or mentorship opportunities would better serve professionals looking to give back to their field while maintaining their influential role in shaping industry practices and professional development initiatives.
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Applying Numerical Optimization Tools to Lime Kilns Webinar
Industry experts Peter Gorog and Wesley Gilbert demonstrate advanced numerical optimization tools for lime kiln energy reduction and decarbonization. This comprehensive webinar covers proven 1D modeling approaches, data reconciliation techniques, and automated simulation methods that can reduce energy consumption from 9+ million BTUs per ton to under 7.2 million BTUs per ton. Mid-career professionals will learn practical optimization strategies including insulation upgrades, chain modifications, and alternative fuel transitions from natural gas to renewable options like wood biomass. The presentation addresses critical pain points in data collection, validation processes, and ROI quantification while showcasing real-world case studies and implementation roadmaps for operational excellence in kraft mill lime kiln operations.
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Eupidio Scopel - My TAPPI Story
Graduate student shares how TAPPI's Nano Division transformed her career trajectory by combining her passion for nanotechnology with renewable materials research. Through mentorship from former student division members, she discovered networking opportunities and leadership development within the nanocellulose community. Now serving as vice co-chair of the student committee, she actively builds essential leadership skills while staying current with nano renewable materials trends. Her experience demonstrates how TAPPI membership provides young professionals with hands-on leadership roles, technical knowledge advancement, and meaningful industry connections that support career growth in emerging materials technology sectors.
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The Likeability Trap sponsored by the WIN Career Catalyst Committee
TAPPI's Women in Industry Career Catalyst Committee hosted a virtual book club featuring journalist Alicia Menendez discussing her book 'The Likeability Trap.' This exclusive session explored how mid-career professionals can navigate workplace authenticity without compromising leadership effectiveness. Menendez shared strategic insights on reframing subjective feedback, focusing on results-driven communication, and building supportive professional networks. The discussion addressed common challenges including managing team dynamics, proving ROI to employers, and balancing people-pleasing tendencies with authentic leadership. Participants gained practical tools for career advancement, including techniques for handling pushy feedback, establishing clear work objectives, and creating safety through collective action, directly supporting professional development goals and leadership pipeline advancement.
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The Likeability Trap sponsored by the WIN Career Catalyst Committee
Join TAPPI's Women in Industry virtual book club discussion featuring journalist Alicia Menendez, author of The Likeability Trap. This professional development session explores how young engineers and analysts can navigate workplace expectations while maintaining authenticity. Menendez shares practical strategies for handling critical feedback, building genuine professional relationships, and advancing leadership skills without compromising personal values. The discussion covers real-world scenarios including managing perceptions, asking for promotions confidently, and creating supportive networks. Perfect for early-career professionals seeking mentorship insights and leadership development opportunities in technical industries.
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The Ideal Team Player: Cultivating High-Performance Teams in the Pulp & Paper Industry
Learn to build high-performing teams in the pulp and paper industry using Patrick Lencioni's proven three-virtue framework: humble, hungry, and people smart. This comprehensive webinar reveals practical assessment tools, structured interview questions, and coaching strategies that mid-career professionals need to enhance team dynamics, reduce hiring mistakes, and drive operational excellence. Discover how to identify ideal team players, address common team challenges like communication gaps and misaligned goals, and create accountability systems that boost retention and performance. Gain actionable insights from real industry examples and access free resources to immediately improve your team leadership effectiveness.
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2025 International Women’s Day Panel Webinar #AccelerateAction
This International Women's Day webinar explores accelerating action for gender equality in pulp, paper, and manufacturing industries. Young professionals and early-career engineers discover practical strategies including advocating for women's PPE sizing, creating psychological safety, addressing workplace violence, and building professional networks through TAPPI. Expert panelists share actionable insights on work-life balance, mentorship opportunities, and breaking down barriers in male-dominated fields. Participants learn evidence-based approaches to close the confidence gap, sit at the table, and support the next generation of women in STEM careers while developing essential leadership skills.
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TAPPI Woman of the Year Award - Honoree: Adele Elice-Invaso
TAPPI's Women in Industry Division presents the 2020 Woman of the Year Award to Adele Vasso, recognizing her 23-year leadership journey across pulp and paper industry roles including management, advocacy, and technical consulting. As executive director of the Australian Asian Pulp and Paper Technical Association, Adele champions next-generation professional development through innovative programs and industry mentorship. Her acceptance speech emphasizes the critical responsibility of seasoned industry leaders to guide emerging talent and foster diversity within traditional sectors, demonstrating how established professionals can maintain relevance while contributing to industry evolution and standards development.
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Final Women Summit Full Video
Dr. Mary Lou Frank, a licensed psychologist and mediation expert, delivers an empowering presentation on leadership resilience for women in technical industries during crisis. Drawing insights from successful female world leaders who managed COVID-19 effectively, she addresses imposter syndrome, emotional intelligence, and self-advocacy strategies. Frank explores how young professionals can overcome self-doubt, leverage natural leadership abilities, and build supportive networks while navigating career challenges. The session combines psychological research with practical tools for professional development, emphasizing the importance of empathy, authentic communication, and recognizing personal accomplishments in building confidence and advancing careers in engineering and technical fields.