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      Thought leadership that's all about the packaging.

      Leading the Future of Printed Packaging

      Nosco Unpacked is your source for thought leadership that’s all about the packaging. Backed by 115 years of expertise in the printing and packaging industries, we deliver insights that matter—covering how it’s made, up-and-coming trends, sustainability, manufacturing and more.

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      Meet Your Host

      Craig Curran, Nosco President

      Craig Curran brings more than 40 years of experience in the printing industry and a deep passion for innovation – key drivers behind Nosco’s continued success. Since joining Nosco in 2005, Craig has:

      • Elevated Nosco’s brand and market presence
      • Built strong, lasting relationships with employees, suppliers and customers
      • Positioned Nosco as a leader in complete packaging and individual solutions

      Beyond his role at Nosco, Craig actively contributes to the global packaging community by serving on international boards and committees. His expertise in strategic sales and marketing, combined with his vision for growth, continues to shape the future of the industry.

      Recent Guests

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      Chris Verzal Director of Solutions Engineering, Chris brings a fresh perspective to supply and design trends in the marketplace.
      Nosco

      Chris Verzal

      Director of Solutions Engineering, Chris brings a fresh perspective to supply and design trends in the marketplace.

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      Karlville Converting

      Raul Matos

      Short lead in intro that includes guest title and industry. Stick to three lines, there is a self imposed 125 character max.

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      Raul Matos Short lead in intro that includes guest title and industry. Stick to three lines, there is a self imposed 125 character max.
      Karlville Converting

      Raul Matos

      Short lead in intro that includes guest title and industry. Stick to three lines, there is a self imposed 125 character max.

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      Dive into Nosco Unpacked episodes for thought-provoking conversations and actionable insights.

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      How Carthage Students Level Up Our Business
      Specialty

      How Carthage Students Level Up Our Business

      In this special episode, host Craig Curran joins Dr. John Swallow and student Dryden Hernandez to explore Carthage College’s career-focused partnership with Nosco.
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      How TECOBOX™ is changing the game.
      Cartons | Specialty

      How TECOBOX™ is changing the game.

      In this episode of Nosco Unpacked, Craig Curran sits down with Kyle Vlasak to explore TECOBOX™, a patent-pending, all-inclusive carton that’s reshaping tamper-evident packaging for regulated industries.
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      The Future of Labels: RFID
      Cartons | Specialty | Labels

      The Future of Labels: RFID

      This week on the Nosco Unpacked podcast, President Craig Curran begins a deep dive into RFID with Jacob Resnick, a Product Manager of Nosco.
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      Layered by Design: FBB Built for Performance
      Cartons | Specialty

      Layered by Design: FBB Built for Performance

      Join President Craig Curran as he chats with Director of Solutions Engineering Chris Verzal about the increasing importance of FBB (Folding Box Board) in the packaging industry.
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      The AI Advantage: Smart Packaging with Katie King
      Specialty | Events

      The AI Advantage: Smart Packaging with Katie King

      In this episode of Nosco Unpacked, Craig Curran sits down with Katie King, bestselling author and AI strategist at AI in Business, to explore how AI is transforming the printed packaging industry.
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      The Future of AI in Healthcare with Dr. John Whyte
      Specialty | Events

      The Future of AI in Healthcare with Dr. John Whyte

      In a recent episode of the Nosco Unpacked podcast, Craig Curran sat down with Dr. John Whyte, Chief Medical Officer at WebMD, to discuss how AI is transforming healthcare delivery, diagnostics and patient engagement.
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      Unpacked Spotlight: Folding Carton Materials
      Cartons | Spotlight

      Unpacked Spotlight: Folding Carton Materials

      Welcome to Nosco Unpacked Spotlight! In this video, we explore three major folding carton substrates—SBS, SUS and FBB—and what makes each unique.
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      Unpacked Spotlight: Smarter Packaging Through RFID
      Cartons | Labels | Spotlight

      Unpacked Spotlight: Smarter Packaging Through RFID

      In this debut episode, we're exploring RFID—a small technology creating big waves in printed packaging. From manufacturers to retail shelves, RFID is enabling real-time tracking, improved inventory management and better customer experiences.
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      What Makes a Great Pouch? Thought Leadership on Flexible Packaging
      Flexpack

      What Makes a Great Pouch? Thought Leadership on Flexible Packaging

      Thought leadership meets packaging innovation in our latest Nosco Unpacked Video Podcast. Nosco’s Craig Curran and special guest Raul Matos from Karlville Converting deep dive into the future of flexible packaging. Learn how digital technology is transforming packaging globally.
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      High-Speed Digital Labels: What’s Next with HP Indigo
      Labels

      High-Speed Digital Labels: What’s Next with HP Indigo

      The HP Indigo V12 is revolutionizing digital print – offering faster speeds, sharper details and less waste. In this week’s Nosco Unpacked Video Podcast, Nosco’s Craig Curran and HP’s Jim Runyon dive into how this groundbreaking technology is transforming the future of digital printing.
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      Behind the Scenes of Label Innovation with Avery Dennison
      Labels | Specialty

      Behind the Scenes of Label Innovation with Avery Dennison

      The Nosco Unpacked Video Podcast is here! In our first episode, Nosco’s Craig Curran sits down with Avery Dennison’s Josh Gehoski and Cory Keller to explore label innovations—from RFID technology to pharma-grade solutions. Discover how we’re adapting to customer needs and driving innovation in the industry.
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