Is this the future of sustainable packaging? Making curbside recycling feel like leveling‑up in your favorite game. In this episode of Packaging Today, we power‑up everything from RFID‑weighing carts and sustainable developments to barcode‑scanning beauty empties and AI‑driven litter lotteries—then pull back the curtain on the exploits and “Kramer‑esque” scams…
Ready to give your packaging a green‑belt promotion without sacrificing that luxe, “wow‑I‑need‑to‑Instagram‑this” moment? In this episode of Packaging Unboxd, we riff on the classic sustainability framework—Planet, People, Profit—and translate each pillar into actionable moves for brands that refuse to choose between eye‑candy aesthetics and Earth‑friendly ethics. 1. Planet (Environmental…
Let's design your packaging - https://www.linkedin.com/in/eveliomattos/ Download the tools to design your own packaging - https://idpdirect.com/design-guides/ Can packaging made of 90% air actually outperform traditional plastic foams—and still be recyclable and compostable? Sustainable Development Packaging from Woamy should be on your list of trending packaging design materials for 2025. In…
the five biggest sustainability misfires still lurking on retail shelves. In today’s Packaging Today Show, Cory Connors, Adam Peek, and Evelio Mattos rip open real‑world examples of packaging done wrong—then map out smarter moves you can steal. The Line‑Up of Least‑Sustainable Offenders Pringles® composite can – triple‑layer mash‑up of paperboard,…
Evelio, Cory, and Adam breakdown the latest Brooklyn Beer x CopenHell Metal Fest collab beer packaging. DEsign, production, materials, and the enefits of limited edition packaging to boost your brand in new audiences. Join us every weekday Live on Youtube and LinkedIn at 7:30am PST to discuss the latest in…
KIND just scrapped the see-through wrapper that built its empire. Is swapping plastic windows for paper genius sustainability—or a fatal blow to shelf appeal? Let’s unwrap the truth. If you’re a packaging designer, structural engineer, brand manager, or sustainability lead looking to level-up your sustainable packaging design game, this episode…
Decide if your package becomes a recycling hero—or an EPR headache—captured live during SPC Impact 2025, the Sustainable Packaging Coalition’s flagship spring event (Apr 28 – May 1, Seattle) dedicated to “advancing sustainability in packaging to make a positive impact on climate change.” In this Packaging Today Show episode, host…
Get the latest Packaging Industry News, Regulations, Design Trends, and more. Join packaging industry experts Evelio Mattos, Cory Connors, and Adam Peek each week on the “Packaging Today Show” LIVE! Unpack the world of packaging design, manufacturing, and sustainability. From analyzing the latest packaging trends and packaging regulations to sharing…
Learn why you will change your freshly launched packaging design in 12 months: Your first packaging design should be a market-ready MVP, not a museum piece. In this episode of Packaging Today, Evelio Mattos, Cory Connors, and Adam Peek reveal the roadmap smart startups use to debut confidently and plan…
Learn if this is the right packaging for you, or if there's a better way to do it. We're breaking down Nimble's kraft packaging for their USB charging battery pack. Does the brand's tech for good stand up to the challenge? Join packaging industry experts Evelio Mattos, Cory Connors, and…
Get the latest Packaging Industry News, Regulations, Design Trends, and more. Join packaging industry experts Evelio Mattos, Cory Connors, and Adam Peek each week on the “Packaging Today Show” LIVE! Unpack the world of packaging design, manufacturing, and sustainability. From analyzing the latest packaging trends and packaging regulations to sharing…
Get the latest Packaging Industry News, Regulations, Design Trends, and more. Join packaging industry experts Evelio Mattos, Cory Connors, and Adam Peek each week on the “Packaging Today Show” LIVE! Unpack the world of packaging design, manufacturing, and sustainability. From analyzing the latest packaging trends and packaging regulations to sharing…
Is another round of price hikes coming for containerboard and boxboard? We break down the signals, including GPI's recent announcement, and examine the major pressures: potential fiber cost increases and significant economic uncertainty driven by tariffs. Learn how these factors are softening demand, disrupting trade, raising recession flags, and potentially…
In this episode we discuss why designing with accessibility in mind isn’t just a nice-to-have it’s essential. From visually impaired consumers to those with limited dexterity, we explore how thoughtful packaging can open doors, elevate experiences, and expand your brand's reach. Join us as we break down the real-world design…
Work with me: Let's design your packaging - https://www.linkedin.com/in/eveliomattos/ Download the tools to design your own packaging - https://idpdirect.com/design-guides/ Can you build a mass-market brand rooted in culture without crossing the line of appropriation? In this episode, Evelio Mattos talks with Victor Guardiola, co-founder and CEO of Bawi Agua Fresca,…
Let's end this debate, are labels packaging or not. Label manufacturers of course will tell you they are packaging and packaging designers will argue they aren't. This is why so many creative awards programs will have packaging submissions but they wont include labels in that category. So let's find out…
Join packaging industry experts Evelio Mattos, Cory Connors, and Adam Peek each week on the “Packaging Today Show” LIVE! Unpack the world of packaging design, manufacturing, and sustainability. From analyzing the latest packaging trends and packaging regulations to sharing insider tips on how to design packaging that stands out on…
Join packaging industry experts Evelio Mattos, Cory Connors, and Adam Peek each week on the “Packaging Today Show” LIVE! Unpack the world of packaging design, manufacturing, and sustainability. From analyzing the latest packaging trends and packaging regulations to sharing insider tips on how to design packaging that stands out on…
Does color accuracy in packaging design actually matter to anyone beyond the design team? 03:40 Why Pantone Isn’t Gospel 09:15 The Real Print Process (and What Clients Don't Know) 14:45 Why Designers Obsess and Consumers Don’t Description: In this episode, Evelio Mattos, Cory Connors, and Adam Peek dive deep into…
Tiktok flooding the algo with Chinese suppliers giving you the alpah on where to order your favorite product dupes or unbranded reals for 80 - 90% off allowing you to save on tariffs and questions everything you ever thought about Made in China. Plus. we'll cover the latest in packaging…
Learn if this is the right packaging for you, or if there's a better way to do it. We're breaking down Nimble's kraft packaging for their USB charging battery pack. Does the brand's tech for good stand up to the challenge? Join packaging industry experts Evelio Mattos, Cory Connors, and…
Tariffs, Tariffs, and more Tarifs - Let's discuss what you should be doing now, how to plan for tomorrow, and what you should not be doing right now. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6673524016283648
Join packaging industry experts Evelio Mattos, Cory Connors, and Adam Peek each week on the “Packaging Today Show” LIVE! Unpack the world of packaging design, manufacturing, and sustainability. From analyzing the latest packaging trends and packaging regulations to sharing insider tips on how to design packaging that stands out on…
Let's design your packaging - https://www.linkedin.com/in/eveliomattos/ Ask us to Roast your packaging. Should one box do it all? Can dual-purpose packaging solve retail chaos and cut COGS by 13%? In this episode of Packaging Unboxed, Evelio Mattos, Cory Connors, and Adam Peek take on a real-world packaging question from the…
