Hardware Podcasts

273 - TLMI is LlT!

People of Packaging · 9 Jul 2024 · 37m

What this episode covers

Ginnie Gandy of Channeled Resources Group and Mike Barry of Domino North America discuss the Tag and Label Manufacturers Institute (TLMI) and its Label Leaders of Tomorrow (LLT) program, which aims to engage emerging leaders in the label industry. They explain how LLT excursions, such as the recent digital printing tour hosted by Domino, provide accessible professional development and networking opportunities that bridge the gap between new employees and established industry veterans. The conversation highlights the collaborative, non-salesy culture of TLMI events and offers advice for young professionals to volunteer confidently and get involved early in their careers.

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established companies

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Companies
Channeled Resources Group, Domino North America, Avery Dennison, WS Packaging, Meyers Packaging
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TLMI, Label Leaders of Tomorrow

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