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Sustainable Packaging with Cory Connors presented by Atlantic Packaging

Cory Connors
Sustainable Packaging
Sustainability
Circular Economy
Extended Producer Responsibility
Recycling
Packaging
Paris Packaging Week
Waste Management
Consumer Behavior
Packaging Industry
Compostable Packaging
Climate Change
Reusable Packaging
Plastic Waste
EPR (extended Producer Responsibility)
Gen Z
Environmental Sustainability
Plastic Pollution
US Plastics Pact
Invasive Plants

Join industry leaders, innovators, and changemakers as we explore the future of packaging through the lens of sustainability. Hosted by Cory Connors, an industry expert with over 25 years of experience, and presented by Atlantic Packaging, the leader in innovative sustainable solutions, we dive into what’s working (and what’s not) from cutting-edge materials to circular design strategies that can... more

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In this episode, Cory Connors sits down with Sydney Grier, Packaging Lead at Mill, to explore how the company is tackling one of the most overlooked environmental problems: household food waste. Sydney shares her journey from studying environmental m... more

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In this episode, Cory Connors welcomes Kyle Pischel and Jake Wyns to discuss the Atlantic Packaging Solutions Center — what it is, how it came to be, and the innovative work happening inside it every day. Kyle shares his background in packaging, from... more

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In this episode, Cory Connors welcomes  Predrag Ozmo to discuss the sustainability story behind Ball Corporation — the world's largest aluminum packaging manufacturer, producing more than 100 billion cans per year. Predrag shares his background growi... more

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In this episode, Cory Connors welcomes Atlantic Packaging President  Wes Carter  and New Earth Ventures Managing Partner Matt Saunders for an exciting announcement: the official launch of New Earth Ventures (NEV), a venture capital firm launching in ... more

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Recent Guests

Kyle Pischel
Director of the Atlantic Packaging Solution Center
Atlantic Packaging
Episode: What Happens Inside Atlantic's Packaging Solution Center
Jake Wyns
Packaging Development Specialist and Solution Center Coordinator
Atlantic Packaging
Episode: What Happens Inside Atlantic's Packaging Solution Center
Predrag Ozmo
Sustainability Director at Ball Corporation
Ball Corporation
Episode: Inside the World's Largest Aluminum Packaging Manufacturer with Predrag Ozmo of Ball Corporation
Matt Saunders
Managing Partner of New Earth Ventures
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Episode: New Earth Ventures Launch with Matt Saunders and Wes Carter
Malcolm Waugh
CEO of Frugalpac
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Episode: The Future of Bottles Is Paper with Malcolm Waugh
Julia Bialetska
CEO and co-founder of S.Lab
S.Lab
Episode: Innovating Sustainable Packaging with Julia Bialetska
Matthew Wright
Founder and CEO of Forrest
Forrest
Episode: Revolutionizing Packaging Supply with CEO Matthew Wright
Ric Lee
Stretch Sales and Marketing Director, Atlantic Packaging
Atlantic Packaging
Episode: MUST Stretch Film System, Reducing Plastic and Saving Money with Ric Lee at Atlantic Packaging
Benjamin Draper
CEO of Hemp Paper Company
Hemp Paper Company
Episode: The Sustainable Paper Alternative with CEO Benjamin Draper

Host

Cory Connors
Host of sustainable packaging-focused conversations; guidance and industry expertise for practical sustainability outcomes.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 95 ratings
  • Great topics and Engaging!

    Cory does a wonderful job leading the conversation on Sustainable Packaging and has amazing guests on the show. The conversation is very engaging and I enjoy listening to the episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dana-P
    United States6 months ago
  • Unique and authentic

    The topics can seem dense at first but Cory keeps it light and easy going. Very good listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Treijohn
    United States6 months ago
  • Senior Leadership

    The passion that comes through from Wes Carter regarding sustainability and the opportunity to create real change is in itself inspiring

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Norm Dunlap
    United States9 months ago
  • Exciting Innovations!

    Cory is THE information source for the most exciting innovations in packaging. I love that his guests are from around the globe and are so willing to share their journeys. Look forward to more solutions that reduce waste and replace single-use plastic.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    #BeKind
    United States2 years ago
  • Informative sustainability packaging podcast

    As a beauty business owner looking at sustainability for packaging, this is a Great podcast! Wonderful ideas, resources, and connections. Thank you!

    Tan On

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kort Col
    United States3 years ago

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Inside the World's Largest Aluminum Packaging Manufacturer with Predrag Ozmo of Ball Corporation
Q: Can you tell us about decarbonizing aluminum and what the climate transition plan entails?
The plan outlines a concrete roadmap with timelines and data-backed actions to reduce emissions, including transforming primary metal sourcing to low-carbon or near-zero-carbon metal, increasing recycled content, and decarbonizing Ball's own operations, with emphasis on measurement and transparency.
Inside the World's Largest Aluminum Packaging Manufacturer with Predrag Ozmo of Ball Corporation
Q: But before we get into all that stuff, let's talk about you. If they don't know who you are, what do you do at Ball? How does sustainability become your focus?
Predrag describes his seven-year path at Ball across aerosol sustainability, major beverage customers, and now personal care and growth ventures, emphasizing his role at the intersection of science, operations, regulation, and customer expectations, with a long-standing focus on materials, environmental responsibility, and circularity.
Innovating Sustainable Packaging with Julia Bialetska
Q: What is the core material of S.Lab's packaging, and what makes it different from traditional options?
The material is a strong, durable composite made from plant waste and mycelium, capable of replacing polystyrene for secondary packaging and able to biodegrade, with the key advantage being its on-site manufacturing potential and environmental benefits.
MUST Stretch Film System, Reducing Plastic and Saving Money with Ric Lee at Atlantic Packaging
Q: How did Coca-Cola influence the development of MUST?
Coca-Cola's input helped shape the monitoring and data-driven approach early on, providing real-world testing and a large-scale use case that validated MUST's effectiveness across their numerous wrappers and loads.
MUST Stretch Film System, Reducing Plastic and Saving Money with Ric Lee at Atlantic Packaging
Q: What makes the program financially compelling for customers?
There is a guaranteed savings of at least 15 percent on wrap costs, backed by data from hundreds of millions of loads, with most customers seeing greater savings and reduced damage, which also lowers overall costs and protects brand image.

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A forward-looking show about sustainable packaging where guests range from startup founders to corporate leaders and policymakers. Episodes spotlight reusable systems, recycled materials, design for recyclability, and regulatory changes (like EPR) shaping the industry, with practical case studies, live demos, and real-world deployments that illustrate how circular packaging can cut waste and costs. A standout trait is the mix of technical depth and actionable insights, often anchored by concrete partnerships, pilot programs, and sponsor integrations from major players in the space, making it a go-to resource for procurement, product design, and sustainability teams exploring tangible sustainability outcomes.

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Recent guests on Sustainable Packaging include:

1. Kyle Pischel
2. Jake Wyns
3. Predrag Ozmo
4. Matt Saunders
5. Malcolm Waugh
6. Julia Bialetska
7. Matthew Wright
8. Ric Lee

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