NPTA

The National Paper Trade Association provides networking, education, and advocacy for the paper distribution channel.

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⚠️ Think your Form I-9 process is fine because it's worked for years? Recent guidance could change that.

Read the full Q&A: https://t.co/CoD2kE0Glg

#HRCompliance #HumanResources #WorkplaceCompliance #I9 #EmploymentLaw

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A major incident at a Washington paper mill has prompted a large-scale emergency response and raised questions about worker safety, recovery efforts, and potential environmental impacts.

Read the full story: https://t.co/MrJIOj4DWi

#PaperIndustry #IndustryNews #PaperChain

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Leadership was on display at yesterday’s #PaperMeetsLIVE luncheon. Congratulations to Bill Garvey on receiving the 2026 Stanley O. Styles Industry Excellence Award, and thanks to Suzanne Shelton for an engaging presentation on leveraging sustainability to drive market advantage.

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The NPTA Business Management Academy returns this fall, kicking off September 8 with a 10-week, digital-first experience designed for both current and emerging leaders.

Save $200 with early registration, now through Friday, May 29.

Learn more: https://t.co/MM5GRbQEd5

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In the latest PaperChain Chat, Kingsley Shannon discusses returning to the industry, joining Pixelle Specialty Solutions during a pivotal moment of change, and the strategic investments shaping the company’s future.

Watch now: https://t.co/szLceTcaVy

#paper #strategy #business

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Happy Arbor Day. 🌳

Before paper becomes a carton, a sheet, or a label, it begins with a tree. Today, we're looking upstream at the forests, sourcing decisions, and regeneration cycles behind everything we do.

Read now: https://t.co/5I5xcMI6vg

#ArborDay #PaperIndustry #NPTA

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A simple upgrade led to a 90% reduction in water use at a U.S. paper mill.
The result? Lower costs, improved reliability, and a major sustainability win, all from rethinking a critical piece of equipment.
What can the rest of the industry learn from it?
👉 https://t.co/HAWJpzCk0q

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The fight over Oregon’s EPR packaging law is escalating.
AF&PA has joined a broader lawsuit challenging the program following a preliminary injunction already in place for some stakeholders.
What’s at stake for the paper industry?
👉 Get the full story: https://t.co/R4MJQH5kd6

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NPTA congratulates Bill Garvey of Athens Paper on being named the 2026 Stanley O. Styles Industry Excellence Award recipient. With 40+ years of leadership in the paper and printing industries, Bill has made lasting contributions to our community. https://t.co/b2KpijZyYJ

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Wausau Coated Products has promoted Adam Frey to Executive Vice President of Sales & Marketing. After 13 years with the company, Frey steps into the role with a clear focus on leadership development, customer service, and long-term growth.
https://t.co/LJ0Zt6wWl0

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UID 2026 brings together professionals from across wholesale distribution for an education-driven experience centered on learning, insight, and professional development.

See who’s speaking and register today: https://t.co/XPSmZtj8QS

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Arcadia Paper Mills is bringing paper manufacturing back to St. Helens, Oregon. The newly acquired mill is already hiring and set to produce paper towels and napkins as recommissioning gets underway—read more on what this move signals for the industry.
https://t.co/ZcIqASqhIT

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The 2026 NPTA Board of Directors recently came together at PDC 2026, continuing important conversations around leadership, collaboration, and the future of paper.

Meet the full 2026 Board of Directors: https://t.co/XitSZULLqB

#leadership #paper #PDC2026

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What’s Your MVP? Leadership Lessons From the Coach Who Inspired Ted Lasso brought energy, perspective, and purpose to the final day of #PDC2026.

Thank you to Donnie Campbell for challenging us to reflect on our personal and professional MVP—mission, values, and principles.

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The first-ever NPTA Cornhole Challenge brought a fun, new way to network to #PDC2026.
Thanks to Bio Pappel Scribe for sponsoring this great addition!

#Networking #Paper #Leadership

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There was great networking and friendly competition at the annual NPTA Golf Tournament during #PDC2026. It's a longtime favorite for building connections outside the conference.

Thanks to Bio Pappel Scribe for sponsoring!

#Leadership #Paper #Networking

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Regulatory change continues to shape the future of distribution, and yesterday morning’s #PDC2026 session on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) offered valuable clarity. Thank you to Brian Wild for outlining what EPR means for our industry and how companies can prepare.

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Today's Opening Keynote, Leading in the Age of Generative AI, set a bold, future-focused tone for PDC 2026 this morning.

Thank you to Aaron Proietti for delivering a keynote that helped leaders make sense of complexity through innovation, systems thinking, and AI.

#PDC2026 #AI

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This morning's #PDC2026 session, Adapting to Disruption: Managing Supply Chain Resilience, delivered timely insight on navigating volatility in today’s distribution landscape.

This session provided a strong reminder that adaptability isn’t optional; it’s a leadership skill.

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Yesterday’s Emerging Leaders Workshop at #PDC2026 was an energizing and impactful way to bring together the next generation of leaders in the paper industry.

We’re grateful to all who participated, asking thoughtful questions and contributing to meaningful discussions.