Kudos to the state of Maine for adjusting their cannabis edible laws to drive more sustainable behavior! https://mjbizdaily.com/maine-rolling-out-new-marijuana-retail-packaging-regulations/ Visit Contempo Packaging , Mike's Family Business if your brand needs more sustainable packaging! Read Michael's Sustainable Packaging Newsletter on LinkedIn. Connect with Michael on LinkedIn. Are you a brand that already uses sustainable packaging? Get found on Packaged Sustainably ! We are helping consumers...
May 14, 2024•2 min
Are you familiar with TerraCycle? Learn more about their program in today's show. https://www.plasticstoday.com/packaging/taco-bell-and-terracycle-make-recycling-saucier Visit Contempo Packaging , Mike's Family Business if your brand needs more sustainable packaging! Read Michael's Sustainable Packaging Newsletter on LinkedIn. Connect with Michael on LinkedIn. Are you a brand that already uses sustainable packaging? Get found on Packaged Sustainably ! We are helping consumers shop more sustainab...
May 07, 2024•4 min
Breaking news in of the cannabis industry! https://apnews.com/article/marijuana-biden-dea-criminal-justice-pot-f833a8dae6ceb31a8658a5d65832a3b8 It is making me think about whether this means more opportunities for reusable packaging or compostable packaging. What do you think? Visit Contempo Packaging , Mike's Family Business if your brand needs more sustainable packaging! Read Michael's Sustainable Packaging Newsletter on LinkedIn. Connect with Michael on LinkedIn. Are you a brand that already ...
May 01, 2024•3 min
Hope you had an amazing April everybody! Your time is now! These clips are short and motivational thoughts to hopefully inspire action and get more brands to move to sustainable packaging. Visit Contempo Packaging , Mike's Family Business if your brand needs more sustainable packaging! Read Michael's Sustainable Packaging Newsletter on LinkedIn. Connect with Michael on LinkedIn. Are you a brand that already uses sustainable packaging? Get found on Packaged Sustainably ! We are helping consumers ...
Apr 29, 2024•1 min•Season 7Ep. 8
Here are the 3 P's of sustainable packaging! These clips are short and motivational thoughts to hopefully inspire action and get more brands to move to sustainable packaging. Connect with Michael on LinkedIn: Read Michael's Sustainable Packaging Newsletter on LinkedIn: Visit Contempo Packaging , Mike's Family Business: Are you a brand that already uses sustainable packaging? Get found on Packaged Sustainably !...
Jan 31, 2024•1 min•Season 7Ep. 7
Plastics, which are the enemy of many sustainability circles, are not fully understood. Do plastics have a place in our society or should they just be banned? This is an eye.opening conversation with Steve Koenig of Husky Technologies. Agree or not, give this show a listen and you will come out with a better understanding of plastics and sustainability in general. This show is all about getting different viewpoints. Enjoy! Connect with Michael on LinkedIn: Read Michael's Sustainable Packaging Ne...
Jan 10, 2024•57 min•Season 7Ep. 6
Let's continue to figure out which packaging is actually sustainable in 2024! These clips are short and motivational thoughts to hopefully inspire action and get more brands to move to sustainable packaging. Connect with Michael on LinkedIn: Read Michael's Sustainable Packaging Newsletter on LinkedIn: Visit Contempo Packaging , Mike's Family Business: Are you a brand that already uses sustainable packaging? Get found on Packaged Sustainably !...
Dec 25, 2023•1 min•Season 7Ep. 5
How will you be remembered as it relates to sustainability? Will you look back and say you gave it your best? These clips are short and motivational thoughts to hopefully inspire action and get more brands to move to sustainable packaging. Connect with Michael on LinkedIn: Read Michael's Sustainable Packaging Newsletter on LinkedIn: Visit Contempo Packaging , Mike's Family Business: Are you a brand that already uses sustainable packaging? Get found on Packaged Sustainably !...
Nov 22, 2023•1 min•Season 7Ep. 4
Paper or Plastic: Which is actually more sustainable? In today’s show, Mike digs in deeper to the question “What is actually sustainable?” by asking a straightforward question: Do you want the red pill or the blue pill? Case study comparing various types of retail shopping bags: https://tigerprints.clemson.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1006&context=cudp_environment/ Let’s make sustainable packaging the norm! Connect with my family business, Contempo Packaging ! Subscribe to my LinkedIn New...
Nov 08, 2023•11 min•Season 7Ep. 5
Be careful who you listen to, because it's not too late! There is a golden window of opportunity opening for the next ten years. These clips are short and motivational thoughts to hopefully inspire action and get more brands to move to sustainable packaging. Connect with Michael on LinkedIn: Read Michael's Sustainable Packaging Newsletter on LinkedIn: Visit Contempo Packaging , Mike's Family Business: Are you a brand that already uses sustainable packaging? Get found on Packaged Sustainably !...
Oct 25, 2023•1 min•Season 7Ep. 4
In today's episode, our guest is the highly respected CEO of TIPA Compostable Packaging, Daphna Nissenbaum! She has a great perspective on the benefits of compostable films. This is a truly educational piece of sustainable packaging content that will benefit everyone who listens! Whether you are a fan of compostable packaging or not, you cannot deny that Daphna has a lot of valuable perspectives that will help you better understand the most important question: What is actually sustainable? Hope ...
Oct 18, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 7Ep. 3
This month, I am introducing a new series on the podcast called Motivational Minute. We can have all the knowledge in the world about sustainable packaging, but without action, it does us no good. These clips are short and motivational thoughts to hopefully inspire action and get more brands to move to sustainable packaging.
Sep 20, 2023•1 min•Season 7Ep. 2
Is moving away from plastic always the right move, even if it leads to more food waste? Welcome to The State of Sustainable Packaging for August 2023! In today’s show, we will cover: (Hopefully) Thought Provoking Question Of The Day Sustainability Score for August 2023: Overall, are brands “checking the box” or are they fully committed? Headlines and Education My Take On Question Of The Day Our goal is to help you better understand the world of sustainable packaging, so you can make the best pos...
Aug 09, 2023•17 min•Season 7Ep. 1
In today's show, I cover a new study that show consumers will choose products in sustainable packaging, a new program by Uber eats to cut down on their single use plastics, and some general commentary on the state of sustainable packaging! Don't miss today's info packed show! Articles: 1. https://www.beautypackaging.com/contents/view_breaking-news/2023-04-24/consumers-are-willing-to-pay-more-for-products-in-sustainable-packaging/ 2. https://www.fastcompany.com/90887287/uber-eats-deliverzero-sust...
Apr 26, 2023•25 min
Very short episode today talking about the next steps for the podcast, as well as welcoming guests to reach out who want to be on the show! Let’s make sustainable packaging the norm! Subscribe to my LinkedIn Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7008446659688833024 Download the Sustainable Packaging Worksheet today! https://bit.ly/407HVTT Got a new sustainable packaging project to work on? Email [email protected] Connect with me on LinkedIn! http...
Apr 19, 2023•4 min•Season 6Ep. 15
When shopping at Costco, I saw two almost identical packages merchandising two near identical products. The difference: One required plastic and the other did not. What was the difference? A brilliant packaging engineer! I hope this episode inspires you to think about sustainable packaging engineering as a way to go more green! Let’s make sustainable packaging the norm! Subscribe to my LinkedIn Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7008446659688833024 Do...
Apr 12, 2023•9 min•Season 6Ep. 15
If your state or country bans plastic retail bags, because they are a single use plastic, there are some great options that are great for the planet and also great for building your brand. Sometimes, the only thing with your name on it that leaves your store is the retail bag or in the cannabis industry, we sometimes call it an exit bag or exit package. Learn some great options to build your brand in today's show! Let’s make sustainable packaging the norm! Subscribe to my LinkedIn Newsletter: ht...
Apr 05, 2023•8 min•Season 6Ep. 14
Let's look at how Amazon thinks about sustainable packaging. Maybe there is something we can all learn from the king of e-commerce when it comes to environmentally friendly packaging practices. Frustration Free Packaging video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bgw3EmszzLY Let’s make sustainable packaging the norm! Subscribe to my LinkedIn Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7008446659688833024 Download the Sustainable Packaging Worksheet today! https://...
Mar 30, 2023•11 min•Season 6Ep. 13
A lot of attention is currently focused on New York and Vermont for their emphasis on sustainable packaging in their regs. Both states, though eco-friendly packaging is a priority, are taking different approaches. Who did it better? I will give my thoughts on today's show! Let’s make sustainable packaging the norm! Subscribe to my LinkedIn Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7008446659688833024 Download the Sustainable Packaging Worksheet today! https:...
Mar 22, 2023•27 min•Season 6Ep. 12
It's time for another State of Sustainable Packaging! Tune in to hear the latest news in the sustainable packaging movement from March 2023. Enjoy! Let’s make sustainable packaging the norm! Subscribe to my LinkedIn Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7008446659688833024 Download the Sustainable Packaging Worksheet today! https://bit.ly/407HVTT Got a new sustainable packaging project to work on? Email [email protected] Connect with me on Linked...
Mar 16, 2023•15 min•Season 6Ep. 11
Here are some more outside the box material options, like algae ink and cork paper. But are they actually sustainable? Let's discuss in today's show! Let’s make sustainable packaging the norm! Subscribe to my LinkedIn Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7008446659688833024 Download the Sustainable Packaging Worksheet today! https://bit.ly/407HVTT Got a new sustainable packaging project to work on? Email [email protected] Connect with me on Link...
Mar 09, 2023•11 min•Season 6Ep. 10
There are many types of boards that are sustainable. In this episode, we talk about tree paper, mushroom trays, hemp paper, bamboo paper, boxed water, and more! Let’s make sustainable packaging the norm! Subscribe to my LinkedIn Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7008446659688833024 Download the Sustainable Packaging Worksheet today! https://bit.ly/407HVTT Got a new sustainable packaging project to work on? Email [email protected] Connect with...
Mar 01, 2023•24 min•Season 6Ep. 9
Glass and tin are both seen as very sustainable materials. True, but let’s take a deeper look and give you a little more information and context so you can make the best possible choice with your sustainable packaging! Let’s make sustainable packaging the norm! Subscribe to my LinkedIn Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7008446659688833024 Download the Sustainable Packaging Worksheet today! https://bit.ly/407HVTT Got a new sustainable packaging projec...
Feb 23, 2023•12 min•Season 6Ep. 8
There is so much misinformation around sustainable plastics that I felt almost obligated to share what I've learned. I hope this serves you well! This is Part 1 and I'll be posting future episodes talking about tin, glass, and paper options. Let’s make sustainable packaging the norm! Subscribe to my LinkedIn Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7008446659688833024 Download the Sustainable Packaging Worksheet today! https://bit.ly/407HVTT Got a new susta...
Feb 15, 2023•13 min•Season 6Ep. 7
As I begin to present and implement my plan to make sustainable packaging the norm, I have been doing a lot of thinking about what I want to bring to the world and the importance of completing what you start. I hope this episode is helpful to anyone who is starting something new and/or is in the process of bringing their idea to life. Let’s make sustainable packaging the norm! Subscribe to my LinkedIn Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=700844665968883...
Feb 08, 2023•12 min•Season 6Ep. 6
Is the tide finally turning in our favor? In today’s show, we discuss an EPR update in the UK, a new sustainable packaging concept piloted by Coca-Cola, and discuss whether or not compostable packaging is actually good for the planet. Download the Sustainable Packaging Worksheet today! https://bit.ly/407HVTT Got a new sustainable packaging project to work on? Email [email protected] Connect with me on LinkedIn! https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelmarkarian/ Articles: https://spnews.com/ec...
Feb 01, 2023•25 min•Season 6Ep. 5
Lots of people spend lots of time defining "sustainable packaging" and I'm starting to think it's a waste of time. It's highly subjective and we would be much better off measuring the positive and negative impacts being made by packaging. This is a much better way to evaluate whether or not the packaging is good for the planet! Download the free sustainable packaging worksheet ! Hope you enjoy this episode! Need sustainable packaging? Email [email protected] Connect with me on LinkedIn! ...
Jan 26, 2023•12 min•Season 6Ep. 4
Are you in the New York cannabis industry and want an update on the sustainable packaging regs from December 19, 2022? This is the episode for you! Many say New York is creating what can become a blueprint for the rest of the cannabis industry. Email [email protected] to start a project together!
Jan 18, 2023•52 min•Season 6Ep. 3
As you know, our mission is to create a world where sustainable packaging is the norm! We want everyone to help us make that happen, because sometimes the best ideas come from the least likely places. In this episode, I cover 7 terms you should understand and hopefully that helps you come up with sustainable packaging ideas of your own! This is going to be an exciting year for sustainable packaging and I hope you subscribe to the show and stay tuned. Have a wonderful day and email wow@contempopa...
Jan 11, 2023•10 min•Season 6Ep. 2
Welcome to 2023 and get ready, it's going to be fantastic in the world of sustainable packaging! In today's show, we cover three topics: 1. Updates to FTC Green Guides are in the works 2. New plastic-free food packaging , a "spray on wrapper" 3. An article about sustainable cannabis packaging Hope you enjoy! Please share with other friends who are passionate about sustainable packaging....
Jan 04, 2023•17 min•Season 6Ep. 1
