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Packaging Speaks
Blog and Podcast


Many senior structural designers do not want management. They want ownership.
Across our work and our ongoing Packaging Engineering Career Survey, a consistent pattern shows up. Experienced structural designers want to stay close to the work. They want responsibility, trust, and the ability to own projects from concept through execution. They are usually happy to mentor. They are often generous teachers. But most did not enter packaging to manage calendars or sit in meetings. They entered the field because they are creative problem solvers who enjoy de
christian
6 days ago2 min read


EPR: Everyone Is Talking About It
Fragmented data, missing data, bandwidth problems, changing strategy, lack of awareness… you name it. Everyone has a solution...
christian
Oct 7, 20252 min read


Jay Edwards on Why “Packaging Done Right Is Magic”
For the final episode of the season, Christian is joined by Jay Edwards, Author of Packaging Done Right Is Magic, and founder of Pack2Sustain.
The PackStaff Team
Sep 22, 20251 min read


Jen Benolken on Packaging Leadership, Standards, and Giving Back
In this episode of Packaging Speaks, Christian sits down with Jen Benolken, MDM & Regulatory Specialist at DuPont. With over 30 years in the packaging industry, Jen shares her journey across medical device manufacturers and suppliers, her passion for sterile barrier systems, and why she proudly includes “volunteer” in her job title. From the critical role of Tyvek to the future of sustainability, standards, and wicked problems yet to be solved, Jen brings a wealth of insight
The PackStaff Team
Sep 8, 20252 min read
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