2025 Annual Conference
February 23, 2025 - February 25, 2025
$250.00 – $1,095.00
Experience the premier event of the year for the flexographic pre-press platemaking industry at the FPPA 2025 Annual Conference. Discover cutting-edge innovations through supplier presentations, expand your professional network, and gain valuable insights that will help grow your business. Set in the scenic surroundings of Tucson, AZ, this conference is a must-attend event for industry professionals eager to stay at the forefront of technological advancements. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and propel your business forward!Â
Registration
Member (Single Ticket): $1095
Member (Group Rate 3+): $595
Guest/Spouse: $250
Location
Lodging
Click here to book your stay in the FPPA room block!
Rate: $269/night
Deadline: January 15, 2025
Travel
The nearest airport to Omni Tuscon National Resort is Tucson International Airport, 31 minutes from the hotel.
Attire
Business casual for all sessions.
2025 Annual Conference Schedule
***Schedule is subject to change
Sunday, February 23:
6:00 Welcome Reception/Dinner (Food, Fun & Networking) *Heavy hors d'oeuvres and your first drink is on Hybrid Software!
Monday, February 24:
7:00 a.m. Breakfast *Provided by FPPA. Guest registrations no not include breakfast or lunch
8:00 Welcome Remarks, Laura Wright, FPPA Board Chair
8:15 Demand for Corrugated Packaging, Hailey Ferrington, Dupont
8:35 Technical Presentation: Hybrid Software
8:55 Technical Presentation: Esko
9:15 Technical Presentation: MacDermid
9:35 Technical Presentation: XSYS
9:55 Break
10:10 Recruiting & Retaining a Young Workforce: Ashley Lown, Engagement & Placement Coordinator at Pima County Joint Technical Education District in Tucson, AZ
11:10 Updates in Plate Mounting: Lorenzo Sambri, Bieffebi
11:40 Break
12:20 p.m. Lunch *Provided by FPPA. Guest registrations no not include breakfast or lunch.
1:30 One-on-One Sessions
All Associate members must sign up for the One-on-one sessions to participate. Email fppa@markens.com to confirm your participation.
4:00 Managing the Young Workforce: Insights, Challenges, and Strategies: Peter R. Cappas, United Engravers, Hailey Ferrington, Dupont, Graham Saunders, Container Graphics Corp.
6:00 President’s Dinner *Provided by FPPA.
Tuesday, February 25:
7:30 a.m. Breakfast *Provided by FPPA. Guest registrations do not include breakfast or lunch.
8:30 One-on-One Sessions
10:00 Advancements in VOC Emission Reduction: Tom Korchak, Spring Coating Systems
10:30 AI Presentation, Marek Skrzynski, CSW, Inc.
11:00 Closing Remarks
Sessions + Speakers Coming Soon!
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Peter R. CappasGeneral Session Speakers
Marek Skrzynski
VP, Technology & Innovation
Generative AI in Packaging Development Cycle: Transforming Brand Communication with Disruptive Technologies
Technical Speakers
Hailey Ferrington
Account Manager
Topic: Demand for Corrugated Packaging
Trey Beckman
Director of Global Strategic Accounts
Topic: XSYS/MacDermid Merger
Rory Marsoun
Director of Sales
Topic: Esko Plate Making Technologies: Today and Tomorrow
Speaker TBD
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