Beyond the Shelf: The Product & Packaging Podcast

by Specright

Today, the world is demanding more of products and packaging: they need to meet consumer demands, be sustainable, and travel through complex supply chains. Simply put, companies that make things need to respond faster than ever to change. Welcome to “Beyond the Shelf: The Product and Packaging Podcast," presented by Specright. In this podcast, we’ll interview experts and industry leaders across food, beauty, CPG, and industr ... 

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Podcast episodes

  • Season 2

  • From the Food and Beauty Industries to the Technology Sector with Tom Preston, Live from Pack Expo 2023

    From the Food and Beauty Industries to the Technology Sector with Tom Preston, Live from Pack Expo 2023

    In this episode of Beyond the Shelf: The Product & Packaging Podcast with Laura Foti, Tom Preston shares his journey through the packaging industry, including working for some of the largest food and beauty manufacturers. Five years ago, Tom transitioned to the technology space and joined Specright, the leader in Specification Management.Laura chats with Tom from Pack Expo 2023 about his journey, lessons learned, and more importantly the trends we all should be keeping an eye on.To learn more about Specright click here.To listen to more Beyond the Shelf episodes click here.

  • The Packaging Podcast Extravaganza from Pack Expo 2023

    The Packaging Podcast Extravaganza from Pack Expo 2023

    In this episode of Beyond the Shelf: The Product & Packaging Podcast Laura Foti chats with Adam Peek of the People of Packaging Podcast, Cory Connors of Sustainable Packaging Podcast, and Evelio Mattos of Packaging Unboxd Podcast from Pack Expo 2023 in Las Vegas. Learn more about trends, challenges, and overall cool things happening in the packaging industry.To listen to more Beyond the Shelf episodes, visit: https://specright.com/post/podcastThe Beyond the Shelf: The Product & Packaging Podcast is presented by Specright, the leader in Specification Management software. Learn more, www.specright.comTo learn more about Adam Peek and the People of Packaging Podcast visit: https://www.peopleofpackaging.com/.To learn more about Cory Connors and Sustainable Packaging with Cory Connors Podcast, visit: https://www.corygated.com/sustainable-packaging-podcastTo learn more about Evelio Mattos and the Packaging Unboxd Podcast visit: https://www.packagingunboxd.com/

  • The Intersection of e-Commerce and Brick-and-Mortar Retail with Kathryn Flouton

    The Intersection of e-Commerce and Brick-and-Mortar Retail with Kathryn Flouton

    In this episode of Beyond the Shelf: the Product & Packaging Podcast, Laura Foti chats with Kathryn Flouton. Kathryn has 20+ years experience in the retail and CPG industry, including at Trader Joe's, Dean & DeLuca among others. She works at the intersection of brand direct-to-consumer e-Commerce and brick-and-mortar retail. These experiences have given her a unique operating expertise that leads to creative problem solving and team growth. She currently consults with growth stage startups and retailers, leading teams in the interim and fractional roles focused on change management, growth, and strategic business development.To connect with Kathryn on LinkedIn, click here.Beyond the Shelf is presented by Specright, the first patented, cloud-based platform for Specification Management. Learn more here.You can listen to other Beyond the Shelf podcasts here.

  • Packaging Sustainability: A Global Perspective with Pierre Pienaar, World Packaging Organization

    Packaging Sustainability: A Global Perspective with Pierre Pienaar, World Packaging Organization

    In this episode of Beyond the Shelf: The Product & Packaging Podcast, Laura Foti chats with Pierre Pienaar, President, World Packaging Organization (WPO). Pierre provides a global view on the "language" of packaging and the lack of knowledge around the importance of data management for things like sustainability and product innovation. Click here to connect with Pierre on LinkedIn, or learn more about the World Packaging Organization here.You can also listen to all of the Beyond the Shelf Podcast episodes here.

  • Transforming an Iconic Brand to Meet Consumer Demands, Stacey Tank, Heineken

    Transforming an Iconic Brand to Meet Consumer Demands, Stacey Tank, Heineken

    In this episode of Beyond the Shelf: The Product & Packaging Podcast, Laura Foti chats with Stacey Tank, Chief Transformation Officer at Heineken. In Stacey's role she is charged with developing and executing the 140-year-old company's new growth strategy "EverGreen" to ensure the organization adapts to the rapidly changing environment and to meet consumer demands. Take a listen to learn more about Stacey's experience and her vision for transforming such an iconic brand. You can learn more about Heineken here and follow Stacey on LinkedIn here. Beyond the Shelf: The Product & Packaging Podcast is presented by Specright, the leader in Specification Management. To learn more, click here. You can listen to all of our previous episodes here.