Zack Thomas, an account manager at Smurfit Westrock, discusses the role of packaging in EPR rules and the impact on companies. He explains the challenges and opportunities in the EPR landscape, emphasizing the need for education and preparation. He also covers the importance of spec management and compliance with EU regulations.

Check out Zack on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/zackary-thomas-pmp-b729b8138/

The conversation with Ronnie Kwesi Coleman from Puntt AI covers the journey of Puntt AI, its mission, and the impact of AI on packaging and design processes. Ronnie emphasizes the importance of AI in automating tedious tasks, freeing up time for more meaningful work, and enhancing the efficiency of white-collar workers. The discussion also delves into the domain-specific nature of AI tools, the role of AI in consumer behavior, and the need for organizations to adapt to the changing landscape of technology and consumer expectations.

Check out Puntt by heading to:
https://www.puntt.ai/

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Whats it like to work on packaging for the first time? Nick and Adam jump on to talk about their experience making their first Kickstarter - The Millrat Pack. Their Kickstarter is live now (through 8/12/26) and the link is in the description.

Millrat Pack
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/millratstudio/millrat-pack

Millrat Studio's Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/millratstudio/

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