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Pratt Industries Achieves Record-Breaking HP PageWide Performance

How PCA’s Acquisition of Greif Impacts Industry Professionals

Kruger Proposes $700 Million Modernization Projects Focused on Corner Brook Pulp and Paper

UPM Adhesive Materials to Expand Production Capacity of Advanced Label Materials in North Carolina

Pipe Beveling Machine: Electric Model Handles Heavy Wall Pipe

Progroup Remains on a Sustainable track: Sustainability Report 2024 Published

Industry-First Green Hydrogen Deals Signed by Andrex® and Kleenex® Producer, Kimberly-Clark

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.

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.

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.