Ed Zumbiel is not only the current Chairman of the IPG Association, but he is also President of Zumbiel Packaging - one of the largest privately owned paperboard converters in the United States.
No doubt he has a busy working life, but he always has the time and energy to dedicate to being the Chairman of this prestigious group and attending the bi-annual meetings – wherever they may be in the world!
It all began in 1962 when a Canadian Packaging Director was asked to visit the Interpack Show in Dusseldorf with the aim of searching out peer companies with manufacturing systems for the packaging industry.
In fact, Ed Maylem (Packaging Director at Rolph-Clark-Stone-Benallack Ltd) found another 8 like-minded family-run packaging companies.
Joining the IPG was the single most transitional event regarding networking that our company ever did. With innovation at the forefront, the IPG brings years of knowledge and expertise in the packaging industry to your doorst
Of the myriad of benefits that comes along with the IPG membership; I believe the diversity and global expertise that exists between our members and associate partners, to be our greatest strength. This along with our collective commitment towards collaboration to drive sustainability and innovation in packaging is our key differentiator. These characteristics allow us to future proof our businesses, create a competitive advantage whilst building the required resiliencies for sustainable growth within our rapidly evolving packaging category, globally.
Throughout our journey as a proud associate of IPG, we have witnessed firsthand the many benefits and business advantages that have contributed to each member's success:
The IPG membership is an enduring association of progressive converters, primarily in the folding carton packaging arena. It provides for a free and frank exchange of ideas where the members can learn from each other’s experience and cooperate to raise their standards. The diversity among the members by design, ensures that one is in touch with all the major trends and enables benchmarking of operations and business strategy.
Schur joined IPG in 1999. It has been a remarkable 25 years with friends and business associates from around the world who gathered each year to learn from another and renew friendship. I have been privileged to participate at the AGM every year since 1999 and also serve as Chairman and member of the Management Committee. We have established a strong technical agenda and managed to bring new committed members into the organization.
This year we are celebrating 60 years of brilliant membership.
60 years is a remarkable achievement for any business, and it is traditionally referred to as the diamond anniversary.
“IPG is not a trust, nor a group, but a real family.”
“Being a member of IPG means a lot : bringing your energy, sharing your ideas and data. Trust is the biggest value for an IPG member.”
“Nothing about taking, all about bringing…”
Membership in the IPG has proven to be a game-changer for Zumbiel. By collaborating with like-minded organizations from different corners of the globe, benchmarking key performance indicators, exchanging best practices, and fostering a spirit of cooperation, the benefits have been truly invaluable. Beyond the technical advantages, the personal connections forged with fellow packaging professionals have created a unique sense of international solidarity and camaraderie that cannot be replicated elsewhere.