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S9E200 Are Your Competitors Out-Marketing You?
In our 200th episode, we talk with Manufacturing Happy Hour host Chris Luecke about what authentic marketing looks like for manufacturers today. We cover how small teams can create consistent,…
S9E199 Front and Center at PACK EXPO East
Recorded live from the show floor, Sean is joined by Liz Cuneo of Healthcare Packaging and Matt Reynolds of Packaging World to break down what stood out at PACK EXPO East 2026. They cover cold-chain…
S9E199 [EXHIBITOR EDITION] How Small Exhibitors Win Big at PACK EXPO
Today we’re joined by Heather Davis from Blentech Corporation to talk about what it really takes to succeed at PACK EXPO as a small to mid-sized exhibitor. If you’ve ever wondered how to compete with…
S9E198 Are Tariffs the New Normal?
In this episode, Founder and Chief Trade Strategist of TradeMoves LLC, Shawn Jarosz, pulls back the curtain on the new IEEPA tariffs—why they’ve become the “new normal,” and what a looming Supreme…
S9E197 Stop Collecting Contacts. Start Connecting.
This episode of unPACKed with PMMI is a playback from a PPWLN Learning Circle focused on Connections. Alison Fragale and Lisa Hurtz share why meaningful professional relationships are built through…
S9E196 PACK EXPO East Jumpstarts the Year in Packaging
PACK EXPO East celebrates 10 years in Philadelphia as the go-to regional show where the packaging and processing community comes together to kick off the year. From automation and AI to…
S9E195 [EXHIBITOR EDITION] Mastering Brand Voice on the Trade Show Floor
A clear brand identity doesn’t just shape messaging—it drives real-world results. In this episode, Julie Parsons, Co-Founder and Managing Director of District Marketing Group, shares how thoughtful…
S9E194 From Challenge to Win: A PACK EXPO East Success Story
In this episode, we chat with Charlotte Ashcraft of Just Born Inc. about how PACK EXPO East helps CPGs and brands solve real packaging challenges, from handling delicate products to navigating…
S8E193 [EXHIBITOR EDITION] Maximize Your Trade Show Investment
Trade shows can be a powerful marketing tool. Hear from Jay Menashe of Exhibitus, Inc. as he shares how to justify your trade show ROI to management and secure continued support for 2026 and…
S8E192 The Behaviors Holding You Back
In this episode, Alison Fragale breaks down the ideas behind Likeable Badass and why the mix of warmth and competence matters. She talks about power, status, the bias women still face in…
S8E191 Keep Your Throughput Up and Downtime Down with AI
In this episode, we sit down with Nick Haase, Co-Founder of MaintainX to discuss how AI is shifting from a buzzword to delivering real, practical value on the manufacturing floor. Nick breaks down…
S8E190 The Hidden Cost of Going Green
In this episode, we dig into the real challenges companies run into when they bring sustainable materials into the mix. From costs and unreliable supply to old machinery and confusing regulations,…
S8E189 You’re Not a Micromanager… Are You?
In this episode, we explore how great leaders balance creating culture, building relationships, and executing work. The discussion highlights the importance of trust, psychological safety, and clear…
S8E188 What It Takes to Lead the Next Generation
In this episode, we sit down with Senior Vice President of Industrial Automation Business, Andre Marino from Schneider Electric, to discuss how manufacturers can embrace new technology, manage…
S8E187 Leadership in Balance
Recorded at PMMI’s Young Professionals Conference, this episode dives into how today’s leaders can find balance between ambition, rest, and mental well-being. Motivational speaker Justin Jackola…
S8E186 Bridging Marketing & Operations in the Sustainability Shift
In this episode, Greg Berguig, President, PAC Machinery, discusses the shift to sustainable packaging and what it means for legacy equipment, costs, and collaboration across the supply chain. He…
S8E185 30 Years of PACK EXPO: What’s New in Las Vegas 2025
In this episode, we’re joined by Laura Thompson, PMMI’s VP of Trade Show, to get the inside scoop on what’s ahead at PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2025. This year marks the show’s 30th anniversary and its…
S8E184 Automation = Opportunity: How Robots Create More Careers with the Manufacturing Millennial
In this episode, Jake Hall, The Manufacturing Millennial, joins Sean to challenge outdated views of packaging and processing. He highlights how robotics, automation, and digital skills are reshaping…
S8E183 Smarter Training, Stronger Workforce
In this episode, Rebecca Marquez returns to share strategies for tackling the workforce crisis in manufacturing. From smarter operator training and AI insights to intuitive machine design and OEM…
S8E182 [EXHIBITOR EDITION] The Attendee’s Playbook: How to Plan for PACK EXPO Like a Vet
In this episode, PACK EXPO Veteran Robby Martin shares practical advice on when and how to start show prep, how exhibitor outreach can make or break a connection, and why personalization beats mass…
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