TAPPICon® Features Tomorrow’s Leaders
Innovation, collaboration, and real-world solutions take center stage April 26–29, 2026, in Columbus, Ohio, at TAPPICon® 2026. Designed to bring the forest products industry together, this dynamic event creates opportunities to exchange ideas, solve pressing challenges, and build meaningful connections. Guided by the theme “Uniting the Industry. Powering the Future.”, TAPPICon delivers an environment where learning, networking, and innovation come together seamlessly.
Among the many highlights of this year’s event, the Poster Session and Student Poster Competition stand out as must-see experiences—offering a unique window into emerging research, fresh perspectives, and the next generation of industry leaders.
Poster Session: Where Ideas Take Center Stage
The TAPPICon Poster Session is more than a display—it’s an interactive forum where innovation comes to life. Researchers, students, and industry professionals present cutting-edge work in a format designed to encourage conversation, questions, and collaboration.
Whether you’re exploring new technologies, evaluating process improvements, or seeking inspiration for your own operation, the poster session delivers:
- Direct access to emerging research shaping the future of pulp, paper, tissue, packaging, and beyond
- One-on-one conversations with presenters to dive deeper into methods, results, and real-world applications
- Fresh perspectives from students and young professionals bringing new energy and ideas to the industry
This is your opportunity to engage with ideas at their earliest stages—before they hit the mainstream.
Meet the Next Generation of Industry Leaders
A key component of the poster session is the Student Poster Competition, where top students showcase their research and compete for recognition among industry experts.
These presentations reflect the future of the forest products industry—covering topics from sustainability and advanced materials to process optimization and innovation. Attendees gain valuable insight while also:
- Identifying emerging talent for future recruitment
- Supporting the next generation of engineers, scientists, and leaders
- Participating in the judging and feedback process, helping shape young professionals’ careers
TAPPICon actively integrates student engagement into the broader program, reinforcing its commitment to workforce development and industry growth.
Beyond the poster session, TAPPICon 2026 delivers a comprehensive experience designed to maximize value for every attendee. The event’s structured program blends practical solutions, technical expertise, and hands-on learning across multiple industry segments. In addition to the technical program, attendees will enjoy multiple networking events and a large exhibit hall featuring top suppliers in the industry.
For more information about the program, speakers, events, and exhibits, visit TAPPICon.org.