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The program included twenty six outstanding technical presentations with information the attendees could immediately take back to their companies. Dennis Young of MSU School of Packaging provided the keynote address with an insightful look at the past and into the future from his Grandchildren's perspective. Other presentations covered sustainability, supply chain requirements and package performance, testing protocols, distribution environment measuring, computer aided package design, and much more.

The Forum's welcome reception included lots of networking while watching the NCAA Men's Basketball Championship Game. Attendees even had an opportunity to play some hoops themselves at the Pop-A-Shot games throughout the room.

Twenty nine organizations presented their products and services at the Exhibitors Reception and at an Exhibitors Breakfast the next morning. With delicious food and a relaxed atmosphere, these sessions were very conducive to business discussions and productive networking.

CPLP Workshops: The day before the Forum officially started, Certified Packaging Laboratory Professional workshops were held for both Technician and Technologist levels. A total of 13 new CPLP certificates were earned, with a number of people taking both classes. (Check out pages 10 and 11 of the May 2009 ista views to read more.)

Technical Council Meeting: A meeting of ISTA's Technical Council was held in conjunction with the Forum. (Check out page 14 of the May 2009 ista views to read more.)

R. David LeButt Award: During the Forum, David Shires was awarded the R. David LeButt award. (Check out page 5 of the May 2009 ista views to read more.)

The Forum was fantastic and it was wonderful to see everyone who attended. We'll be posting a complete overview of the event very soon.

Dates and location for the 2010 Transport Packaging Forum: March 29-April 1, 2010, Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, Orlando, Florida