Hosted by PMMI · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 211 episodes
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PMMI hosts unPACKed with PMMI, a technology show with 211 episodes published.
Consumer preferences, from high-protein foods to viral grocery trends, are reshaping the food and beverage processing industry in unexpected ways. In today's episode, we chat with Vanessa Lopez from Interact Analysis to
Jake Hall, The Manufacturing Millennial, is back in the feed — and this conversation is just as relevant as ever. Jake breaks down why outdated perceptions of manufacturing are holding the industry back, how robots are s
In this episode, we break down economic trends shaping businesses with economist Lauren Saidel-Baker. From inflation and labor shortages to AI and productivity, she shares what companies should really be watching over th
In this special Exhibitor Edition episode, we sit down with Chief Editor of Packaging World, Matt Reynolds, and Director of Custom Research at PMMI, Rebecca Marquez, to explore why trade shows matter in an AI-driven worl
Losing great people isn’t just about pay. Ultimately, it’s about leadership, culture, and connection. We sit down with Jim Weber to see what REALLY drives employees to stay or go so, listen in and hear how leaders can bu
Mike Rowe, best known for Dirty Jobs , joins the podcast to talk about why so many skilled trade careers are still misunderstood. He shares why he thinks perception, not opportunity, is the real barrier and why telling b
In this week's episode, Lisa Apolinski from PhatKat Consulting breaks down how suppliers can build trust and stand out by creating value-driven, story-based content that reduces risk, cost, and time. We also cover how AI
In this episode, Jessica Lawshe from PMMI and Don Kline from Map Your Show explain how AI-powered tools are making it easier for buyers to find the right exhibitors and navigate trade shows. We also cover how exhibitors
Where do careers in manufacturing really begin for women? In this episode, Meaghan Ziemba shares why the path often starts long before college or a first job, shaped by early exposure, encouragement, and what young girls
Festo joins us to talk about how they’re working with PMMI to tackle the manufacturing workforce challenge through training and certifications. We also break down why the skills gap might not be what it seems, and how it
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, meaningful content without
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 growth, measurable su
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 the massive booths,
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 Court ruling could mean
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 empathy, curiosity, an
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 sustainability, new exhibitor prog
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 brand strategy and ear
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 sustainability and EPR requ
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 beyond. Register for PACK EXP
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 male-dominated fields, and shares
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