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In this lively episode of "Packaging Today," hosts Evelio Mattos, Adam Peek, and Cory Connors engage in a frank and humorous discussion about the realities and misconceptions in the packaging industry. From personal anecdotes to tough industry critiques, the episode traverses various aspects of packaging, including recyclability, materials, and the swift pace of social media marketing.
The conversation kicks off with a debate on whether any packaging material can be considered 100% recyclable, with Peek ardently challenging the often misused marketing term "infinitely recyclable." The trio addresses the complexities of recycling and its dependability on consumer behavior and recycling infrastructure. Peek's exchange on LinkedIn with a CEO critiquing his views on recyclability leads to a broader examination of industry marketing practices and the importance of transparency with consumers.
No packaging material is 100% recyclable 100% of the time, and terms like "infinitely recyclable" are often misleading within marketing contexts.
Consumer education and ease of recycling are critical factors in improving recycling rates, even more so than the recyclability of the packaging itself.
There exists a notable inflexibility and reluctance in parts of the industry to embrace newer marketing strategies, including agile responses in social media.
Brand engagement on social media can lead to significant marketing opportunities if a company is quick to harness momentous events, as shown by Nike's example.
Packaging professionals should strive to stay informed and adaptable to the evolving landscape of consumer interaction and technology advancements.
To design packaging you must understand sustainability, materials, engineering, communication, and design. These episodes will get you started on your path to designing your own award-winning and band building packaging design.
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Everyone talks about sustainable packaging, but what exactly is it? Well, that depends, and our guest Tom Szaky agrees as sustainability depends on many factors. In this episode we discuss what is sustainability, the business...
How do you build a packaging design agency when you're not in a big city known for design? Ask Mat Bogust of Think Packaging and he'll tell you to just start posting and the world will notice! Today, New Zealand …
Learn what it takes to design, buy, and launch packaging for a start-up. we discuss numbers, concepts, and next steps.
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