Sustainable Packaging Innovation Forum USA

27th - 28th October 2026

Chicago, USA

Sustainable Packaging Innovation Forum USA

From risk to ROI: How to leverage packaging innovation for new value creation

27th - 28th October 2026

Chicago, USA

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Understand the 'why' and 'how' behind packaging innovation

This conference brings together 100+ key stakeholders and experts across the packaging and waste value chain to explore how companies are scaling packaging innovation for long-term value creation. Join leading brands, manufacturers, waste management, finance, policy and other key actors from across the packaging value chain for two days of open and candid dialogue. 

From consumer expectations to strategic compliance, we’ll explore how packaging R&D, innovation  and collaboration across functions can drive value and resilience.

Off-the-record
Full value-chain perspectives
No waffle, jargon or scripts
Practical problem solving
40+ speakers
100+ attendees
20+ practical sessions

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Agenda highlights

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  • How to leverage packaging as an asset – materials, logistics and operations, and innovation that actually drives ROI
  • EPR compliance infrastructure – what the rules require and what the market can deliver
  • From insight to innovation – how to translate consumer behavior and market signals into new business opportunities
  • Circular economy as industrial strategy – strengthening domestic value chains and local economies
  • Recyclability and compostability – reality check on technical advancements, gaps and impact of solutions
  • Work together to simplify, compete to differentiate – playbook for cross-industry collaboration

Download our brochure

The brochure includes more information on who attends, our conference style and how to get involved.

Who attends

Everyone in the room contributes a piece to the puzzle of solutions. We create a space for genuine connection, grounded in exchange of expertise.

70% decision-makers
65% brands, retailers and manufacturing
20% key industry organisations

"Very insightful and impactful forum, allowing for good conversations. The topics covered were very relevant, the absence of PowerPoints made discussions very interactive, and my objectives to learn and network were met."

Annebeth de Witte

Packaging Development Director
Thai Union Group

"I was looking to network, have a honest overview of other parts of the industry, and get inspired. I really liked the open format, without slides and lots of time to ask questions, giving the audience the opportunity to contribute to each session."

Monica Ordegno

Global Future of Packaging Strategy Manager
Pepsi Lipton

"I loved every aspect of it. Unlike other conferences, it offered exceptional interaction and participation. The panel discussions and roundtables were engaging and informative, bringing together a diverse group with differing viewpoints to find future solutions for plastic packaging and waste."

Jarno Weemers

Senior Application Development Scientist
Synthomer

"I got more out of this event than any other packaging conference. The engaging format, diverse opinions, and passionate participants from across the industry –policy makers, NGOs, suppliers, retailers, brands, and investors – made for great discussions and valuable connections."

Heidi Graham

Packaging Innovation Lead
Opella

"Lots of fruitful discussions and so many engaged professionals working to shape a sustainable future for packaging."

Martin Clemesha

Technical Advocacy Lead
Braskem

"The event brought together a strong mix of knowledgeable, senior attendees in an intimate setting that encouraged meaningful conversations. I achieved my goal of gaining practical insights into regulatory challenges and understanding the key issues shaping the industry."

Julie Vaughan

Counsel
Reed Smith

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27th-28th October 2026

Chicago

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