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MACHINERY MATTERS
Message from I
EXCITING TIMES AHEAD
the Chairman
t almost doesn’t seem possible, but with the winter solstice behind us we’re already halfway through the year. Shortest day aside, the APPMA has already begun longer-term planning for Packaging and Processing Week 2021.
After a highly successful Melbourne event in 2019, the challenge is now to outdo it. This is not just about bettering numbers – the 8000 trade visitors, largest floor space ever, highest international exhibitors, most P&P week activities – it’s very much about building on and bettering the value to exhibitors and attendees, and the benefits delivered to all.
While it’s two years away, the team is already focused on how to achieve this goal for Packaging and Processing Week 2021 in Sydney.
MEMBER DINNERS
The APPMA member dinners are an excellent place to network and discuss, in a convivial forum, the various aspects of the industry that affect members’ businesses.
Our first event was in early July in Sydney. I think many found the presentation by Paul Allen about taking back margin to be good timing with the new financial year. Paul’s a leading Australian authority in this area, and his interactive approach allowed members to work out not only how much profit they are unintentionally losing, but where and why.
Our next two member dinners will be held in Melbourne at the MCG on Tuesday, 10 September followed by a Brisbane dinner on Tuesday, 12 November. Both will run from 6-9pm. Guest speakers and a Brisbane venue will be announced soon.
AGM & DIRECTOR NOMINATIONS
A reminder that the AGM will be held at the MCG before the Melbourne members’ dinner on 10 September. I encourage every member to be there. This is your Association, and the AGM is the time to hear about how the APPMA is performing and our plans for the future.
This is also the time of year members are provided the opportunity to choose who represents them on the APPMA Board. This is the first year the new constitution comes into effect, whereby all members have the opportunity to vote electronically one week before the AGM. Director nominations are open, with all nominations due by 29 July. If you have any questions – either regarding nominations or in general – please do not hesitate to contact the APPMA office.
2020-21 BUSINESS PLANNING
Business plans for calendar years 2020 and 2021 indicate a very exciting time ahead for the APPMA.
So far we’re working on expanding industry networking and educational events, while increasing services and member interaction. As mentioned in our last Member Update, we’re also working on broadening our awards and recognition programs – so stay tuned for more announcements in the near future.
Please enjoy this issue of Machinery Matters, which is brought to you by the APPMA in an exclusive partnership with PKN Packaging News.
I encourage all members to make full use of the opportunities for publicity and learning in these pages.
MARK DINGLEY, CHAIRMAN
PLANNING FOR 2021 AND
“After a highly successful Melbourne event in 2019, the challenge is now to outdo it.”
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