PPC NewsFlash
January 2012
Happy New Year!
New Website Launch
What better time, than the start of the New Year, to kick off the exciting new PPC website! The website is still packed with the important information members have come to depend on being able to find -- information such as upcoming meeting details and registration forms, previous meeting presentations, member-industry directories and many other valued features of membership in the Petroleum Packaging Council. All of that is still there - but the enhanced layout and improved functionality makes that information even easier to access.
We have also started new Affinity Programs. Member companies can now take advantage of special discounts, only available to PPC members, from companies such as, GTS Transportation, Yellow Freight, Staples and Grainger.
The PPC is a dynamic organization always striving to keep its members connected by providing access to relevant industry education and information. As with the new website, watch for the PPC to use all available communication tools to stay connected to its members and to reach out to those who would benefit from membership in the PPC. So please be sure to take a look around the new site -- and forward the link to your colleagues and associates!
Save the Date!
Spring Meeting 2012
"International Theme"
April 1st-3rd
The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel
The Woodlands, TX
Spring Meeting Topics:
- International Packaging Trends
- GHS and REACH
- Load Securement
- Export Overview
- Regulations & Legislation Update
- IPANA Update
- Two Tours
- New at this Meeting: Ask the Experts Panel
SPRING MEETING HOTEL RESERVATIONS
The Woodlands Waterway Marriott in The Woodlands, TX (outside of Houston) is accepting reservations for rooms for the Spring Meeting. To register, either call the hotel directly at 800-262-1509 and request the Petroleum Packaging Council Rate or reserve online at: The Woodlands Reservations.
We have secured a great rate at $169 per night (down from $199 when we were there in 2010). Internet, as always is complimentary and they have free parking behind the hotel. The deadline to make reservations at the PPC room rate is March 1st.
MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS
Membership renewals were sent out at the first week of the year. If you are not a current member, you can register for 2012 membership on the PPC website Membership Section at the following link: PPC Membership. All dues are due by February 17th to be included in the PPC 2012 Directory. Membership is required to attend PPC meetings.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
We have a lot of opportunities to get your company name out to the membership. We have three levels of sponsorship (Gold, Silver & Bronze) and each bring their own benefits. We also have the web banner sponsorships you see on the right side of the PPC website. Those logos link to the member's web page. There are also several other opportunities related to the golf tournament. Whatever your budget, there is a sponsorship for you! For more information on available sponsorships, see the PPC Sponsorships page.
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED
If you have college-aged children, this is a program for you! PPC offers two $2,500 scholarships for children of PPC members in good standing. Applications are now being accepted until April 1 for the 2012-2013 school year.
Eligibility Requirements
- Applicants must be either: (1) a child of a Regular or Associate individual member of the PPC in good standing for the year in which is the application is received; or, (2) a child of a designated representative of a Regular or Associate corporate member of the PPC in good standing for the year in which the application is received.
- Enrolled at a four year accredited university or college (or accepted to a four year accredited university or college if the applicant is an incoming freshman).
- 3.0 minimum cumulative G.P.A. (on a 4.0 scale) in current college (or high school if incoming freshman).
The forms can be submitted by email. Handwritten applications will not be accepted. Applicants can apply every year they qualify.
Applications can be dowloaded on the PPC Scholarships Page
SPRING MEETING KEYNOTE SPEAKER: GARRISON WYNN
"Making the Most of Difficult Situations, Changing Markets and Changing Times"
Garrison Wynn helps people learn how to make the jump
from being great at what they do to understanding and
developing the qualities it takes to be chosen for the job.
He gets them to understand why their products, services, or
leadership styles - or those of their competitors - are
selected. As he says, "If the world agreed on what's best,
everybody would choose the best and nothing else would
be considered. Decision making doesn't work that way."
As a keynote speaker, author, and consultant, Garrison has worked with some of the world's most effective corporate leaders and salespeople, from multibillion-dollar manufacturers to top New York Stock Exchange wire houses. He has a background in manufacturing, entertainment, telecommunications, and financial services. Garrison started as a sales and marketing person in a branch office of a Fortune 500 company at age 24 and was chosen to be department head at corporate headquarters three years later. He researched and designed processes for 38 company locations nationwide and developed and marketed products still being sold in 30 countries.
An experienced actor in films and a former professional stand-up comedian, he has hosted television specials and national radio programs. His new book published by McGraw Hill titled "The REAL Truth about Success: What the top 1% do differently and why they won't tell you" is available in all major bookstores.
Upcoming Meetings
2012 Spring Meeting
April 1st-3rd, 2012
The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center
1601 Lake Robbins Drive
The Woodlands, Texas 77380
(281) 367-9797
2012 Fall Meeting
August 19th-21st 2012
The Mills House Hotel
115 Meeting Street
Charleston, SC 29401
800-874-9600 (Toll Free)
The PPC NewsFlash is a monthly publication of the Petroleum Packaging Council. PPC Members can post announcements in the NewsFlash and on the PPC website. Comments and suggestions are welcome.
