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Top 3 Reasons to Attend MasterMinds 2017

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Topics: Pharmaceutical Events

It’s no secret. Everyone wants their brand to be ahead of the curve and a leader in the industry. Healthcare packaging brands are no exception. That’s why time and time again, healthcare professionals like you choose MasterMinds for their annual conference.

So why should you join us June 13-15 in the beautiful neighborhood of Buckhead near Atlanta, Georgia? Here are our top 3 reasons:

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Reason #1: It’s a chance to become a packaging trendsetter.

Experience cutting edge technology and learn actionable ways to improve your packaging efforts today. Not only will you learn from our industry experts, you will also have the opportunity to tour the HP Graphics Experience Center. This state-of-the-art facility in Alpharetta, Georgia features a 68,000+ square foot space and showcases HP’s latest printing and finishing technologies. Prepare to be inspired.

Have a packaging problem you need solved? We’ll give you the tools you need to find the solution and conquer your next packaging project. 

Reason #2: It’s packed full of industry experts.

Team up with industry experts and explore new ideas in the packaging world. Here’s a look at some of this year’s speakers:

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Murray Aitken
Senior Vice President

QuintilesIMS

Keynote Speaker
Murray Aitken is a renowned international healthcare expert who frequently speaks at major industry-related events. Throughout his career, Aitken’s work focused on addressing challenges facing the global healthcare industry, as well as prospects for improving patient outcomes, managing costs and maximizing access through better use of healthcare data.

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Rick Roszkowski
Sr. Director of Marketing
Cognex

The Future of Vision
Rick Roszkowski has worked in the machine vision industry for over 30 years. He began his career with the Allen-Bradley vision group in software development and vision application engineering. Since joining Cognex in 1998, Rick has worked in business development, global sales and engineering, helping develop Cognex’s largest product line, In-Sight Vision Systems. Today, Rick is the Sr. Director of Marketing for Cognex’s Vision Products Business Unit.

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Alex Kidd

Creative Design Manager
Avery Dennison

Progressive Packaging Ideation Session
Alex Kidd is the Creative Design Manager for Avery Dennison’s label and packaging materials. Alex provides creative direction to the design process and builds concepts that lead to new packaging and new products. As leader of Avery Dennison's Concept Lab, Alex fuels the innovation process by inspiring his team to push the boundaries of the materials. As a result, the Concept Lab becomes a creative hub that connects Avery Dennison to the creative packaging world.

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Rob Wiley

Director of Packaging Technology
Takeda

Best Practices for Launching a New Brand
Rob Wiley is an experienced leader in the healthcare industry with extensive work in packaging and project management. His career began at Bristol Myers Squibb and Baxter Healthcare, where he supported new product launches and material / process improvements in packaging facilities around the globe. In his current role as Director of Packaging Technology, Rob oversees global contract packaging at Takeda, assessing the technical capabilities of vendors and ensuring product supply.

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Brent Hansen
Sr. Packaging Program Manager

Takeda

Brent Hansen has worked in the healthcare industry for over 22 years. During his tenures at Alcon, Abbott, TAP and Takeda, he has served roles in packaging engineering, quality engineering and project management ­– launching numerous successful products in the OTC, generic, branded and specialty pharma markets. As a Sr. Packaging Program Manager at Takeda, Brent uses his experience in package design and development to manage product launches and transfers that account for a majority of Takeda’s annual revenue.

Click here to learn more about this year’s robust topic lineup.

Reason #3: It’s free and a lot of fun.

Many of conferences today require a hefty fee, plus food and lodging at a stuffy hotel ­– but not MasterMinds. Nosco recognizes the importance of industry-related events such as these and provides complimentary food and lodging throughout the three-day event. All we ask is that you cover your transportation to and from.

Not bad, right? You’ll get out of the office, bounce ideas off of other packaging pros and let your creativity flow.

So, what about the fun? When you attend MasterMinds, you will enjoy an evening reception with dinner and entertainment, a local outing and a few fun-filled activities. And while this year’s entertainment has yet to be announced, in the past we’ve had a lot of fun with things like scenic boat tours, Topgolf, wine tastings and even the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. You won’t want to miss it! Plus, it’s a great opportunity to network with other industry peers.

Convinced? Register today at www.nosco.com/mm2017. We hope to see you there!