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2024 International Women's Day WIN Panel
TAPPI's Women in Industry Division hosts an International Women's Day panel focused on inspiring inclusion in the pulp and paper industry. Mid-career professionals gain insights from industry leaders discussing gender inequity challenges, practical allyship strategies, and organizational inclusion initiatives. The discussion covers mentorship, advocacy, workplace culture transformation, and actionable steps for creating equitable environments. Panelists share real-world examples from Billerud, Valmet, WestRock, and Solenis, emphasizing that inclusion strengthens entire organizations rather than taking away from others. The session provides leadership development insights, benchmarking opportunities, and networking connections essential for advancing technical careers in manufacturing environments.
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My TAPPI Story: Greg Jones
Greg Jones, Executive VP of Sun Automation Group, shares his inspiring TAPPI career journey from industry newcomer in 2012 to board leadership. Discover how TAPPI mentorship, volunteer opportunities, and the Corrugated Packaging Council transformed his professional development in the corrugated industry. Jones emphasizes the power of industry relationships, knowledge sharing between suppliers and box makers, and the exciting contribution of young professionals bringing fresh ideas to seasoned veterans. His story demonstrates how TAPPI membership delivers career-advancing networking, leadership exposure, and meaningful volunteer experiences that benefit both individual growth and industry innovation.
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2024 International Women's Day Panel
Join TAPPI's Women in Industry panel discussion exploring practical strategies for inspiring inclusion in pulp, paper, and corrugated manufacturing workplaces. Young professionals will learn actionable approaches to overcome gender inequities, build inclusive workplace cultures, and advance their careers through mentorship and advocacy. Expert panelists share real-world experiences, discuss effective ally behaviors, and demonstrate how diverse teams drive better business results. Discover networking opportunities through TAPPI's Women in Industry division, upcoming events including the Women's Summit at TAPCON, and professional development resources designed specifically for early-career engineers and analysts in the paper industry.
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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.
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VOITH Paper
Foil Paper stands as North America's largest full-line paper manufacturing supplier, delivering comprehensive solutions for operations managers and R&D professionals. From complete paper machines to stock preparation systems, consumables, and digital tools, their proven expertise supports every stage of your equipment lifecycle. With intelligent papermaking backed by incomparable technical knowledge, Foil Paper provides the trusted partnership that manufacturing leaders need to optimize operations, reduce costs, and demonstrate measurable ROI to stakeholders while maintaining production efficiency across complex manufacturing environments.
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Edit 2: Background: Paper Industry (Honoree: Adele Elice-Invaso)
This compelling career journey showcases how early exposure to professional associations can shape lifelong industry leadership. Starting at age 13 through family connections with APPITA, this pulp and paper professional transitioned from agricultural science to become a senior application specialist covering Asia Pacific markets. The story demonstrates the value of industry networking, continuous learning through advanced degrees, and leveraging professional relationships for career advancement. For seasoned executives, this narrative highlights how mentorship opportunities and knowledge transfer can inspire the next generation of industry leaders, reinforcing the importance of supporting young professionals through scholarship programs and association involvement.