Representatives from virtually every segment of the paper industry supply chain attend Paper Meets LIVE!
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July 21, 2025 - There's no better place to invest in your team's growth than Paper Meets LIVE! Whether you're developing rising stars or deepening relationships with key partners, maximize your visibility and impact by bringing multiple members of your organization.
Paper Meets LIVE! 2025, co-hosted by AF&PA and NPTA, will take place Sept. 16-18 at the Opal Sands Resort in Clearwater Beach, Florida. Representatives from virtually every segment of the paper industry supply chain attend this annual event.
Attending can spark collaboration and connection, accelerate leadership development, and align your team around industry trends and opportunities.
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Thursday, September 18 | 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. ET
At Paper Meets LIVE! 2025, don't miss the Emerging Leaders Workshop-a dynamic session built for up-and-coming professionals and those committed to building high-performing teams.
Gain firsthand insight from Andrew Snyder of Clampitt Paper Company and Todd Knicely of Metsä Board Americas — two professionals who advanced through the NPTA Emerging Leaders program to become respected voices in the industry.
You'll also hear from Paul Biesiadecki of MATIV — the 2025 Stanley O. Styles Industry Excellence Award recipient — who brings a wealth of experience and perspective as a recognized leader in the field.
Whether you're attending yourself or sending team members, this session offers unmatched value in leadership development.
The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) serves to advance public policies that foster economic growth, job creation and global competitiveness for a vital sector that makes the essential paper and packaging products Americans use every day.
The National Paper Trade Association (NPTA), founded in 1903, serves fine paper merchants, suppliers, converters and service providers who serve the printing, publishing, catalog, direct mail, imaging, retail and corporate markets. The association actively supports the success of its member firms through the delivery of networking, education, advocacy and industry trends focused on the health of the paper distribution channel.
SOURCE: NPTA