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🌟 FLiP Spotlight on Matthew Dickerson
🙌 Welcome New Members
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🔥 Save Big on FlexForum 2026 — Deadline January 2
MemberSuper Early Birdpricing endsJanuary 2, 2026. Lock in the best rate and join converters, processors, and innovators across the flexible packaging value chain.
Why it matters: FlexForum brings together converters, processors, suppliers, and innovators shaping the future of polyethylene films and flexible packaging.
What you’ll get:
• Insights on emerging technologies and market trends • Practical strategies to stay competitive • Connections across the full packaging value chain
Who should attend: Film producers, converters, materials suppliers, sustainability leaders, and anyone working in flexible packaging.
đź“… 2026 Sustainability Executive Events - Save 15%
Strengthen your company’s sustainability strategy by joining the Plastic Sustainability Executive Forum, an event series built for senior leaders addressing today’s most important sustainability challenges impacting their companies.
Why it matters: Senior leaders face fast-moving sustainability pressures. This three-part series helps your team stay ahead.
2026 Forum Lineup
Winter Forum — Feb. 10–11, Washington, DC Scaling Advanced Recycling Through Policy
Summer Forum — July 14–15, Toronto, Ontario Addressing a Growing Concern of Microplastics & Material Stewardship
Fall Forum — Nov. 11–12, Atlanta, GA Advanced Recycling Infrastructure and Investment
Bundle and save: Purchase the 2026 Event Bundle to save 15 percent. Send the same leader or rotate participants across events.
🏛️ Interested in Government Affairs Strategy
Our Government Affairs team is hosting biweekly calls to keep you in the know on the latest legislative and regulatory issues affecting plastics.
Here’s what to expect: 🔹 Timely federal and state policy updates 🔹 Strategic advocacy briefings 🔹 A forum for your input and insights
Why it matters: Track what’s coming next — and see how our collective advocacy makes an impact.
Who should join: Government relations and public affairs leads at PLASTICS member companies.
Details: 📅 Every other Tuesday ⏰ 2:00–3:00 PM ET 📍 Virtual | Free to attend
To register for our next call, fill out and submit this form.
🌟 FLiP Spotlight: Matthew Dickerson’s Leadership Journey at Mid South Extrusion
Matthew Dickerson’s path into the plastics industry wasn’t a traditional one. Nearly two years ago, he joined Mid South Extrusion (MSE) when the timing and opportunity aligned. Today, as Chief Strategy Officer, Matthew leads Sales, Human Resources, Compliance, and Safety—playing a key role in guiding teams and strengthening operations across the company.
With a background in education, small business ownership, and executive leadership, Matthew brought a people-focused and strategic mindset to MSE. Exposure to blown film manufacturing—serving furniture, bedding, carpet, and packaging markets—quickly deepened his appreciation for the industry. “I pay much more attention to plastics now,” he says, noting that he often finds himself studying packaging just to understand how it’s made.
Mentorship and community have been central to Matthew’s growth. Through the FLiP Mentorship Program, he’s been paired with John Erkert, CEO of Piovan Group. The experience, Matthew says, has had a meaningful impact, complementing the guidance he receives from MSE’s executive team and reinforcing the collaborative nature of the plastics industry.
Matthew joined Future Leaders in Plastics (FLiP) shortly after coming to MSE and has since participated in meetings, fly-ins, and FLiP events. He’s especially passionate about workforce development and believes PLASTICS and FLiP play an important role in strengthening the industry’s future.
To read Matthew's full FLiP File story, click here.
To learn more about Future Leaders in Plastics (FLiP), click here.
🙌 Welcome New Members
Headquartered in Meckenbeuren, Germany, P+W Metallbau is a family‑owned engineering company specializing in the design and construction of silos, tanks, pressure vessels, and complete plant systems. For over 40 years, the company has
delivered innovative, high‑quality storage and processing solutions to customers worldwide, supported by advanced production technology spanning more than 55,000 m² of manufacturing space.
P+W Metallbau’s portfolio includes aluminum and stainless‑steel storage silos, blending silos, panel silos, pressure vessels built to European and international standards, as well as filters, heat exchangers, and specialized containers. Known for its creativity, technical expertise, and customer‑focused approach, the company provides customized solutions across industries ranging from food and chemicals to cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.
🚀 FLiP Winter Development Session | January 22, 2026 | Virtual (12–1 PM ET) | Join the Future Leaders in Plastics (FLiP) community for an inspiring keynote from Angela Raub, CEO and Executive Coach, on Failing Forward. Learn how to reframe setbacks as growth opportunities, strengthen resilience, and lead with confidence. Register today.
📍 PLASTICS New York Fly-In at the State Capitol | January 26–27, 2026| Join PLASTICS in Albany for our New York Fly-In at the State Capitol. Participation is strongly encouraged. To learn more or confirm your interest, please RSVP to Danielle Fortunato.
📅 Plastic Sustainability Executive Forum | February 10–11, 2026 | Washington, DC| Winter Forum: Scaling Advanced Recycling through Policy. To request your invitation to attend, click here.
🗓️ NPE2027 Space Selection & Planning Event | March 2–6, 2026 |Orlando, FL | NPE2027 exhibitors will convene to select exhibit booth space, plan for exhibit success, and explore opportunities to maximize the NPE2027 investment. Learn more.
🏛️ PLASTICS Spring Meeting and Industry Fly-In | April 13-15, 2026 |Washington, DC | Join us for the annual PLASTICS Spring Meeting and Industry Fly-In. We'll come together to share our policy and advocacy initiatives while bringing the industry to Capitol Hill, to personally advocate on behalf of your company. Learn more.To register, click here.
⛳ FlexForum | May 4-6, 2026 |Fort Myers, FL | FlexForum is the event for anyone in the flexible film and packaging space. Covering business trends, regulatory issues, and more with the incredible networking opportunities, FlexForum is a can't miss in 2026! Learn more. To register, click here.
