George

1. How can SPE better leverage its global network to promote sustainable practices within the plastics industry, and what role can individual members play in this initiative?

Nicole

Absolutely love how SPE is bringing together experts and fostering connections in the plastics community! Excited to see what advancements come from the upcoming ANTEC 2025. 🚀🤝 #Networking #InnovationInPlastics

Society of Plastics Engineers

PlastChicks Lynzie Nebel and Mercedes Landázuri host Lisa van der Vorst, MBA, Senior Sales Director-North America at Mold-Masters Limited, live from the Innovation and Emerging Plastics Technologies Conference at PennState Behrend, June 11-12, 2025. They discussed the state of the industry and future of hot runners, her career journey leading to injection molding, lessons learned from living in different countries, the importance of emotional intelligence, career advice for engineering students, mentoring a Net Impact Circular Plastics Challenge finalist team, local and global challenges with recycling and waste management, advances in circular recycling, and career risks that led to greater opportunities. Listen at 4spe.

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Thomas

So inspired by the work SPE is doing to empower plastics professionals! It’s great to see an organization dedicated to innovation and education in the industry. 🌍✨ #Empowerment #PlasticsProfessionals

Society of Plastics Engineers

After 90 years of revolutionizing modern life, the plastics industry is facing tough questions about its future—from climate concerns and pollution to sustainability and the growing spotlight on micro- and nanoplastics. Lately, headlines are buzzing about plastic particles in our food chain and their potential health effects—but what’s fact, and what’s just fear. Join us for a dynamic, no-nonsense session where a seasoned plastics industry expert breaks down the media noise and gets real about microplastics.

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Marcella

2. What are the most critical skills and knowledge areas that aspiring leaders in the plastics sector should focus on to effectively address the current challenges facing the industry?