Responsibility | Voices impact, including third-party validated certifications, stood front and center, signaling a collective push toward transparency and responsibility. 2Record Engagement With Sustainability Education The enthusiasm for sustainability-related education sessions was palpable. Our 7:30 a.m. workshop with Brianna Mazze of SRG drew an engaged crowd, proving that We’re not just talking about sustainability – we’re living it, modeling it and inspiring it. The journey is far from over, but this year’s Expo proved that we’re on the right path, and we’re moving forward together. commitment to learning about sustainability transcends convenience (or even a good sleep in some cases). The fully booked behind-the-scenes tour with Kristen Royal, MGM Resorts’ director of sustainable operations, further highlighted the partnership between PPAI and Mandalay Bay to create a waste-free event. Seeing attendees eager to learn about The PPAI Expo’s waste diversion efforts was a clear reminder of the appetite for action in our industry. 3Sustainability Takes Center Stage During The Pitch Sustainability took the spotlight during The Pitch, where judges declared it a must-have consideration, and every contestant spoke to it in their product reviews. Rupt, the winner of this year’s competition, exemplified the industry’s evolution: The supplier prioritizes transparency with products featuring detailed carbon footprints, comprehensive material lists and packaging designed for a second life as an additional product. It was a defining moment that underscored how far we’ve come in making sustainability a nonnegotiable criterion for success in promo. PPAI • MARCH 2025 • 23 PPAI/113818 SAGE/56440 Pentelimprint.com Below EQP Sale on Budget Gel Ink Retractable! EnerGel® liquid gel ink dries so fast even left handers love it! No smears No smudges No globs! SCREEN PRINT Includes a one-color imprint Minimum order 300 pcs. Imprint: 1 1/2”w x 5/8”h $1.49(C) EQP Sale Below 1 Color Screen Translucent Barrels Black Ink Refillable BL107 Translucent Barrels Scan to see all details on this style
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