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Sustainable Packaging Show Podcast

Author: Michael Markarian

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It's a podcast dedicated to sustainable packaging! Join host Michael Markarian, CEO of Contempo Specialty Packaging, on his mission to end greenwashing in packaging. It's not going to be easy, but it's going to be worth it. We will discuss how to actually create packaging that is good for the planet and will debate the many angles of eco-friendly and green packaging! We hope that we bring a great deal of education to the world through this podcast, so that more major brands and startups choose environmentally sustainable packaging.

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Hope you had an amazing April everybody! Your time is now!These clips are short and motivational thoughts to hopefully inspire action and get more brands to move to sustainable packaging.Visit Contempo Packaging, Mike's Family Business if your brand needs more sustainable packaging!Read Michael's Sustainable Packaging Newsletter on LinkedIn.Connect with Michael on LinkedIn.Are you a brand that already uses sustainable packaging? Get found on Packaged Sustainably! We are helping consumers shop...
Here are the 3 P's of sustainable packaging! These clips are short and motivational thoughts to hopefully inspire action and get more brands to move to sustainable packaging.Connect with Michael on LinkedIn:Read Michael's Sustainable Packaging Newsletter on LinkedIn:Visit Contempo Packaging, Mike's Family Business:Are you a brand that already uses sustainable packaging? Get found on Packaged Sustainably!
Plastics, which are the enemy of many sustainability circles, are not fully understood.Do plastics have a place in our society or should they just be banned?This is an eye.opening conversation with Steve Koenig of Husky Technologies.Agree or not, give this show a listen and you will come out with a better understanding of plastics and sustainability in general.This show is all about getting different viewpoints. Enjoy!Connect with Michael on LinkedIn:Read Michael's Sustainable Packaging Newsl...
Let's continue to figure out which packaging is actually sustainable in 2024!These clips are short and motivational thoughts to hopefully inspire action and get more brands to move to sustainable packaging.Connect with Michael on LinkedIn:Read Michael's Sustainable Packaging Newsletter on LinkedIn:Visit Contempo Packaging, Mike's Family Business:Are you a brand that already uses sustainable packaging? Get found on Packaged Sustainably!
How will you be remembered as it relates to sustainability? Will you look back and say you gave it your best?These clips are short and motivational thoughts to hopefully inspire action and get more brands to move to sustainable packaging.Connect with Michael on LinkedIn:Read Michael's Sustainable Packaging Newsletter on LinkedIn:Visit Contempo Packaging, Mike's Family Business:Are you a brand that already uses sustainable packaging? Get found on Packaged Sustainably!
Paper or Plastic: Which is actually more sustainable?In today’s show, Mike digs in deeper to the question “What is actually sustainable?” by asking a straightforward question: Do you want the red pill or the blue pill?Case study comparing various types of retail shopping bags:https://tigerprints.clemson.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1006&context=cudp_environment/Let’s make sustainable packaging the norm! Connect with my family business, Contempo Packaging!Subscribe to my LinkedIn Newsle...
Be careful who you listen to, because it's not too late! There is a golden window of opportunity opening for the next ten years.These clips are short and motivational thoughts to hopefully inspire action and get more brands to move to sustainable packaging.Connect with Michael on LinkedIn:Read Michael's Sustainable Packaging Newsletter on LinkedIn:Visit Contempo Packaging, Mike's Family Business:Are you a brand that already uses sustainable packaging? Get found on Packaged Sustainably!
In today's episode, our guest is the highly respected CEO of TIPA Compostable Packaging, Daphna Nissenbaum!She has a great perspective on the benefits of compostable films. This is a truly educational piece of sustainable packaging content that will benefit everyone who listens! Whether you are a fan of compostable packaging or not, you cannot deny that Daphna has a lot of valuable perspectives that will help you better understand the most important question: What is actually sustainable?Hope...
This month, I am introducing a new series on the podcast called Motivational Minute. We can have all the knowledge in the world about sustainable packaging, but without action, it does us no good. These clips are short and motivational thoughts to hopefully inspire action and get more brands to move to sustainable packaging.
Is moving away from plastic always the right move, even if it leads to more food waste?Welcome to The State of Sustainable Packaging for August 2023! In today’s show, we will cover:(Hopefully) Thought Provoking Question Of The DaySustainability Score for August 2023: Overall, are brands “checking the box” or are they fully committed? Headlines and EducationMy Take On Question Of The DayOur goal is to help you better understand the world of sustainable packaging, so you can make the ...
Very short episode today talking about the next steps for the podcast, as well as welcoming guests to reach out who want to be on the show!Let’s make sustainable packaging the norm! Subscribe to my LinkedIn Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7008446659688833024Download the Sustainable Packaging Worksheet today! https://bit.ly/407HVTTGot a new sustainable packaging project to work on? Email wow@contempopackaging.comConnect with me on LinkedIn! ...
When shopping at Costco, I saw two almost identical packages merchandising two near identical products. The difference: One required plastic and the other did not.What was the difference? A brilliant packaging engineer! I hope this episode inspires you to think about sustainable packaging engineering as a way to go more green! Let’s make sustainable packaging the norm! Subscribe to my LinkedIn Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7008446659...
If your state or country bans plastic retail bags, because they are a single use plastic, there are some great options that are great for the planet and also great for building your brand. Sometimes, the only thing with your name on it that leaves your store is the retail bag or in the cannabis industry, we sometimes call it an exit bag or exit package. Learn some great options to build your brand in today's show! Let’s make sustainable packaging the norm! Subscribe to my LinkedIn Newsle...
Let's look at how Amazon thinks about sustainable packaging. Maybe there is something we can all learn from the king of e-commerce when it comes to environmentally friendly packaging practices. Frustration Free Packaging video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bgw3EmszzLYLet’s make sustainable packaging the norm! Subscribe to my LinkedIn Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7008446659688833024Download the Sustainable Packaging Worksheet tod...
A lot of attention is currently focused on New York and Vermont for their emphasis on sustainable packaging in their regs. Both states, though eco-friendly packaging is a priority, are taking different approaches. Who did it better? I will give my thoughts on today's show! Let’s make sustainable packaging the norm! Subscribe to my LinkedIn Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7008446659688833024Download the Sustainable Packaging Worksheet today!...
It's time for another State of Sustainable Packaging! Tune in to hear the latest news in the sustainable packaging movement from March 2023.Enjoy! Let’s make sustainable packaging the norm! Subscribe to my LinkedIn Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7008446659688833024Download the Sustainable Packaging Worksheet today! https://bit.ly/407HVTTGot a new sustainable packaging project to work on? Email wow@contempopackaging.comConnect with me on Li...
Here are some more outside the box material options, like algae ink and cork paper. But are they actually sustainable? Let's discuss in today's show!Let’s make sustainable packaging the norm! Subscribe to my LinkedIn Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7008446659688833024Download the Sustainable Packaging Worksheet today! https://bit.ly/407HVTTGot a new sustainable packaging project to work on? Email wow@contempopackaging.comConnect with me on ...
There are many types of boards that are sustainable. In this episode, we talk about tree paper, mushroom trays, hemp paper, bamboo paper, boxed water, and more!Let’s make sustainable packaging the norm! Subscribe to my LinkedIn Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7008446659688833024Download the Sustainable Packaging Worksheet today! https://bit.ly/407HVTTGot a new sustainable packaging project to work on? Email wow@contempopackaging.comConnect ...
Glass and tin are both seen as very sustainable materials. True, but let’s take a deeper look and give you a little more information and context so you can make the best possible choice with your sustainable packaging! Let’s make sustainable packaging the norm! Subscribe to my LinkedIn Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7008446659688833024Download the Sustainable Packaging Worksheet today! https://bit.ly/407HVTTGot a new sustainable packa...
There is so much misinformation around sustainable plastics that I felt almost obligated to share what I've learned. I hope this serves you well!This is Part 1 and I'll be posting future episodes talking about tin, glass, and paper options. Let’s make sustainable packaging the norm! Subscribe to my LinkedIn Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7008446659688833024Download the Sustainable Packaging Worksheet today! https://bit.ly/407HVTTGot a...
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