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8 PalletCentral • September-October 2023 palletcentral.com Sustainability Expert Matt Beck to Keynote Interpal O rganizers of Interpal 2023 are excited to announced that renowned sustainability expert, Matt Beck, e Delphi Group, will speak on October 5th from October 3-5 in Montréal, Québec, Canada. His keynote, "Unlocking the Power of Sustainability in the Global Supply Chain," will delve into the operational side of sustainability in the global supply chain. Drawing from extensive experience with Canada's leading organizations, Beck shares fresh approaches to creating value through sustainability-driven practices. His expertise offers manufacturers tailored strategies to optimize supply chains and thrive in a dynamic sustainability landscape. During this session, Beck will explore the following key areas: • From supply chain to value web: Learn how sustainable practices enhance relationships with suppliers, customers, and stakeholders while building efficiency, long-term growth and positive global impact. • Practical sustainability integration: See real-world examples of ways to tap into your existing business processes when setting up KPIs and metrics that support your business goals and align with sustainability principles. • Navigating uncharted waters: Understand the opportunities related to sourcing, production, and distribution that can help inform your strategy and manage climate-related policy and market uncertainty. • Data-driven sustainability messaging: Discover new options to select and share key data points that will demonstrate genuine commitment as you share your story with those who matter most – your stakeholders, customers, and investors. Following his presentation, Beck will moderate an interactive panel of industry leaders on carbon, sustainability and the wood pallet industry. Panelists include: Rob van Hoesel, FEFPEB (Europe); Mike Hachtman, 48forty Solutions (North America); Fernando Lopez Bello, Losifra (South America); and Lay Pheng Ooi, Berjayapak (Asia). NWPCA is nearly 90% sold out (at press time). With 18 countries represented at the event, it's a great opportunity to participate in this global gathering combining networking, education, exhibits, and plant tours of Herwood, Interco and LCN. Register and learn more about Interpal at palletcentral.com/interpal. INSIDENWPCA NWPCA Announcements and Upcoming Events Gething Leads SEC Board Meeting, Explores Carbon Accounting for Wood Products N WPCA's Vice President of Science & Technology, Brad Gething, participated in the Softwood Export Council (SEC) board meeting on August 1 in Hood River, Oregon. is marked Gething's inaugural role as SEC Board Chair. e Board agenda focused on the organization's key priorities and financial strategies, including opportunities tied to carbon accounting within the wood products sector. e SEC continues to be an important partner with NWPCA and the Pallet Foundation through collaboration and strategic resource allocation. While in the Pacific Northwest, Gething also visited with longtime member and new NWPCA Board Member Scott Vipond at the Girard Wood Products facility in Elma, Washington. NWPCA Presentation at MFPA Celebrates Sustainability and Wood Packaging P resident & CEO Brent McClendon had the honor of delivering the keynote address at this year's Missouri Forest Products Association Annual Meeting. McClendon's presentation centered on the dynamic wood packaging sector, highlighting its substantial economic contributions, market dynamics, and insights into sustainability within wood packaging. e presentation showcased the success story of wooden pallets and their climate-positive impact on the supply chain. McClendon also shared research findings and association initiatives that underscore the indispensable role of wood packaging in optimizing the supply chain's environmental footprint. NWPCA Call for Board Nominations is Open T he call for nominations for the 2024 Board of Directors election is now open. All members are eligible to submit a nomination or to nominate themselves. is year, five industry and one international industry Board member seats are available for election/re-election. Submit your nominee by COB Tuesday, October 31 at www.palletcentral.com/board-nomination.