Sep 22, 202532 minS1
<p>Christian chats with Jay Edwards - packaging engineer, financial advisor, and founder of Pack2Sustain, about his unconventional career path and why he’s re-engaging the industry through fractional consulting and...
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Interviews with Packaging People. We cover topics like sustainability, career growth, industry trends, working conditions, and much more! Hosted by Christian Ellis, managing partner at PackStaff. New episodes bi-weekly
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What is Packaging Speaks about?
Interviews with Packaging People. We cover topics like sustainability, career growth, industry trends, working conditions, and much more! Hosted by Christian Ellis, managing partner at PackStaff. New episodes bi-weekly
What has Packaging Speaks covered recently?
Recent episodes include "PS Episode 13: Jay Edwards | Author of Packaging Done Right Is Magic" (22 September 2025, 32 minutes), "PS Episode 12: Jennifer Benolken | Regusalesgineerultantolunteer - Healthcare Packaging" (8 September 2025, 56 minutes), and "PS Episode 11: Calvin Lakhan, Ph.D | Director of Circular Innovation Hub at York University" (25 August 2025, 41 minutes).
How often does Packaging Speaks publish?
Packaging Speaks publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 39 minutes across 14 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Packaging Speaks?
Booking probability for Packaging Speaks is 19%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Packaging Speaks requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Packaging Speaks's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch Packaging Speaks?
The strongest fits for Packaging Speaks are Paper Products & Packaging and Plastic Products. Packaging Speaks has a business audience.
About the host
Packaging Speaks is a business podcast with 14 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Sep 8, 202556 minS1<p>In this episode 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...
Episode #11
PS Episode 11: Calvin Lakhan, Ph.D | Director of Circular Innovation Hub at York University
Aug 25, 202541 minS1<p>This week on Packaging Speaks, Christian sits down with Calvin Lakhan, Ph.D, Director of the Circular Innovation Hub at York University and an investigator at Waste Wiki, to explore where sustainability assumptions...
Aug 11, 202547 minS1<p>We sit down with Grace Cook, a packaging engineer turned sustainability strategist, who’s rethinking what it means to make an impact. With roots in package development at P&G and KAO, Grace now consults across...
Episode #9
PS Episode 9: Lauren LaSpina | The Packaging Co-op Founder & Champion of Collaborative Contracting
Jul 28, 202546 minS1<p>We sit down with Lauren LaSpina, Founder of The Packaging Co-op: a first-of-its-kind collective of independent contractors structured like a law firm. Lauren shares how she built a thriving network of experts who...
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Jul 14, 202540 minS1<p>Liz Mellone spent nearly 30 years at Colgate Palmolive, moving from packaging engineer to VP through a mix of cross-functional experience, clear communication, and a deep understanding of the role packaging plays in...
Episode #7
PS Episode 7: Jessie Schwartz | Founder & CEO of Strategic Packaging Partners | EPR Advisor
Jun 30, 202525 minS1<p>Jessie Schwartz reveals how she turned a post-layoff leap into a thriving consultancy; demystifying packaging data, fractional talent, and the coming wave of EPR compliance. Tune in for a masterclass on turning...
Episode #6
PS Episode 6: Rob Kaszubowski | Director, Packaging Optimization at NTT DATA | Packaging Strategist
Jun 20, 202549 minS1<p>Rob traces his path from hands-on engineer to global consultant, sharing candid stories and practical tactics that turn packaging challenges into wins for both brands and the planet. </p><p>Guest: Rob Kaszubowski...
Jun 6, 202523 minS1<p>In this episode, Vicki opens up about something too many professionals face and not enough talk about: unexpected job loss. </p><p>Guest: Vicki Catalina (https://www.linkedin.com/in/vickicatalina/) </p><p>Host...
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PS Episode 4: Camille Corr Chism | Founder of Indigo Packaging & Consulting | Packaging Instructor
May 23, 20251h 4mS1<p>Camille brings warmth, depth, and serious insight into how to navigate the industry with purpose, persistence, and a sense of humor.</p><p>Guest: Camille Corr Chism (https://www.indigopkg.com/...
May 16, 202550 minS1<p>From kicking off her career in the package testing lab at Estée Lauder to launching her own consulting firm out of Southern California, Danica’s story is packed with insights for engineers at every stage of their...
May 9, 202526 minS1<p>Learn how Elizabeth built a flexible, thriving packaging career, and what her journey can teach engineers considering consulting or remote work.</p><p>Guest: Elizabeth Jeffries, Founder of Packsmith Consulting...
May 2, 202542 minS1<p>An honest, heartfelt, and at times hilarious conversation with our founder (and father) Walt Ellis about the twists and turns of building not just a career, but a legacy. </p><p>Guest: Walt Ellis, Founder of...
Packaging Speaks
Season 1 Trailer
Apr 25, 20252 minS0<p>Announcing our new podcast, Packaging Speaks! New episodes every other Friday. Episode 1 premiers May 2nd, 2025.</p><p>Host: Christian Ellis, Managing Partner at PackStaff</p><p></p><p>Music: Awareness by A. Cooper...
Recent guests
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Jay Edwards
Pack2Sustain
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Jennifer Benolken
DuPont
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Lauren LaSpina
The Packaging Co-op
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Jessie Schwartz
Strategic Packaging Partners
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