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Home » Authors » Kristin Joker

Kristin Joker

Kristin Joker is a former editor in chief for Packaging Strategies and Flexible Packaging.
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In the Spotlight

Executive Forecast: More of the Same in 2022

The new normal looks like it’s here to stay.
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January 17, 2022
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Remember the optimism heading into 2021? Vaccines were on their way. Factories were opening back up. We knew there were issues with the supply chain, but a problem recognized is a problem that can be solved. Yeah … good times.
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Pack Expo Las Vegas Preview

PACK EXPO Vegas 2021: A Preview

Get on track with tips for the show and exhibitor previews.
Kristin Joker
August 18, 2021
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PACK EXPO Las Vegas and the co-located Healthcare Packaging EXPO, presented by PMMI, the Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies.
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Dual-Sided Pouch

Global Pouch Forum: Introducing the First Dual-sided Pouch

In a continuously evolving and competitive marketplace, packaging plays a key role in determining a brand’s success. Flexible pouch packaging has been leading the way in transforming common CPGs for more than a decade. The latest game changer —the first dual-sided pouch — is repackaging a classic combination: PB&J
Kristin Joker
June 14, 2021
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Split Nutrition is a classic example of a product that is greater than the sum of its parts. Since the invention of sliced bread, people have been pairing peanut butter and jelly. Thanks to the innovation of the first dual-sided pouch, we no longer need the knife, or the bread for that matter.
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Printing: Inks

How to Use Less Ink When Printing

Minimizing ink usage doesn’t have to mean minimizing quality.
Kristin Joker
November 6, 2020
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In commercial printing, ink is one of the main consumables that can be managed to potentially reduce costs. All commercial printing managers are looking for ways to control this cost.
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Spotlight Feature: Pouches

T.H.E.M. Flexible Packaging helps Brooklyn Jam Company ‘Bear Fruit’

Kristin Joker
September 21, 2020
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Some of the most innovative and successful small-batch purveyors in the gourmet food industry have soared in popularity by following this winning formula: Great product in the right packaging. 


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Spotlight Feature: Pouches

SKIPPY Squeezable Means Less Mess

Portability and convenience are also added.
Kristin Joker
September 17, 2020
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A new 6-oz squeezable pouch offers consumers portability and convenience.


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Editor’s Forum

Don’t Miss Global Pouch Forum

Kristin Joker
September 17, 2020
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Global Pouch Forum, the longest-running flexible packaging conference, has the reputation of being the best event for flexible packaging, the fastest-growing packaging segment. 


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Snack Packaging: Bag/Pouch Making

4 Key Factors for Successful Snack Food Packaging

Format, changeover, speed and service should be the main consideration when purchasing a vertical form-fill-seal machine.
Kristin Joker
August 10, 2020
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A lot of people seem to chase speed in their vertical form-fill-seal machine, and that’s fine. The cycle speed is an important feature to evaluate. But speed is just one factor in determining a machine’s overall effectiveness in snack food packaging applications.
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Editor’s Forum

2020: The Year Events Went Virtual

Kristin Joker
August 10, 2020
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I’m sure you’ve heard but in case you missed it: Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, we have made the necessary decision to make Converters Expo and Global Pouch Forum 100% virtual.
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Flexible By Design: Rebranding

Back-to-Basics Packaging Amid New California Regulations

Kristin Joker
August 10, 2020
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With shops around the world wondering how to serve customers during the COVID-19 crisis, Breadblok, an organic bakery in Santa Monica, California, has worked with London design studio Charlie Smith Design to rapidly launch a new website following a revamped visual identity and packaging design.


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