TUE 12 MARCH
09:00 - 09:55 Exposition and conference registration
09:55 - 10:00 Welcome address and opening remarks
The markets and trends
10:00 - 10:30 Industry overview: The changing global market
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New international label and package printing developments by region
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Technology trends and future growth opportunities
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The potential for collaboration and knowledge-sharing
10:30 - 11:00 Colombia and the wider region: market analysis and forecast
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Key trends in a post-pandemic industry
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Economic, political and supply chain challenges
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Developing new markets in Latin America
11:00 - 11:30 Demystifying label and package printing sustainability
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Separating the myth from the truth against a legislative backdrop
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Compostability vs recyclability vs bio based: the difference
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Can a sustainable label business also be profitable long-term?
11:30 - 12:30 Networking break and exposition
12:30 - 13:00 Keynote address: The Colombia Plastics Pact
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Latin America and the circular economy: greenwashing vs greenhushing
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Progress since the World Economic Forum on Latin America 2016
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What the Plastics Pact means for you: more than just box-ticking
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How label converters can contribute towards a circular economy and support brand owners
13:00 - 14:15 Networking lunch and exposition
Packaging design and branding
14:15 - 14:45 Exploring innovations in packaging design
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The latest packaging design trends capturing consumer attention
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Connected packaging and the rise of e-commerce
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The versatility of folding cartons
14:45 - 15:15 Neuromarketing insights for the label converter to consider
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Unlocking the mind of the consumer: the psychology of packaging
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How neuromarketing can influence packaging design
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Case studies
15:15 - 16:15 Networking break and exposition
16:15 - 17:00 Creating the perfect coffee label
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Key considerations when designing and producing coffee pouches and labels
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Case study
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Collaboration tips and insight to inspire your coffee journey
17:00 End of conference and closing comments – exposition open
17:00 - 19:00 Networking drinks and exposition
WED 13 MARCH
09:00 - 09:55 Exposition and conference registration
09:55 - 10:00 Welcome introduction
Business markets and opportunities
10:00 - 10:30 Business diversification: How to become a one-stop-shop
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Key considerations when moving into new print segments such as flexpack, in-mold and shrink sleeve
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Making the move into mid and narrow web
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Attracting new clients by expanding your business capabilities
10:30 - 11:00 Unlocking your continuous improvement potential
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Is the profit on the shopfloor?
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Tips for improving operational efficiency and financial management
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Prioritising your business investment choices
11:00 - 11:30 Upskilling to adapt to new talent challenges in the market
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Attracting and retaining fresh talent post-pandemic
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How technology is changing the recruitment landscape
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Diversifying your workforce and bridging the skills gap
11:30 - 12:30 Networking break and exposition
12:30 - 13:15 Panel discussion: Pan-regional growth opportunities for the label converter
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How can you take advantage of regional prosperity?
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Making your converting business more commercially viable
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Choosing the right suppliers to expand your business
13:15 - 14:30 Networking lunch and exposition
14:30 - 15:15 The rise of counterfeiting and opportunities in brand protection through traceability
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Brand engagement and managing metrics
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Traceability via smart labels and digital product passports
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RFID and QR codes
15:15 - 16:00 Panel discussion: The converter of the future: What will it look like, and are you ready?
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The impact of digital technologies and automation
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Digital vs flexo: balancing budget, volume and quality considerations
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How is data set to transform labels and package printing long-term?
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Is “lights out” converting on its way?
16:00 End of conference and closing comments – exposition open
16:00 - 17:00 Exposition