Introducing PACK Match: This complimentary consultation provides attendees personalized, one-on-one guidance to locate solutions. Whether an emerging brand or a well-established household name, PACK Match Advisors are available for 30-minute virtual consultations to connect attendees with the right suppliers.

Herndon, Va.; Aug. 16, 2021 — Attendees of PACK EXPO Las Vegas and Healthcare Packaging EXPO (Sept. 27-29, 2021; Las Vegas Convention Center) will take advantage of brand new, complimentary tools offered by show producer, PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, to plan their visit and connect with the packaging and processing suppliers that fit their individual needs.

Introducing PACK Match: This complimentary consultation provides attendees personalized, one-on-one guidance to locate solutions. Whether an emerging brand or a well-established household name, PACK Match Advisors are available for 30-minute virtual consultations to connect attendees with the right suppliers. To use the service, attendees complete an online form to indicate their challenges and ensure they are matched with the appropriate industry expert. Once the match is made, attendees schedule a virtual meeting with their assigned PACK Match Advisor to receive non-biased guidance and recommended exhibitors to suit their business needs. Meetings will begin approximately 3 weeks prior to the show. Meetings are assigned on a first come-first serve basis and spots are limited. Learn more at: packexpolasvegas.com/attending/pack-match

Additional Resources Available:
Chatbot Offers Live Support: Attendees can use the Chatbot in the lower right corner of the show website and select the ‘Start Live Chat' option to be connected for live assistance.

Ask the Experts onsite in Las Vegas: An "Ask the Experts" station staffed by industry veterans ready to answer pressing packaging and processing questions is located in the Central Lobby during show days. Attendees can stop by for guidance on how to navigate the show or help narrow their search for suppliers during the event.

My Show Planner Online Search Tool: To keep track of all the new additions as well as old favorites, attendees can use My Show Planner to check the schedule of booth activities, add education sessions, plan routes around the show floor and even schedule meetings in advance with exhibitors to maximize time in Las Vegas.

Download the Mobile App: NOW LIVE! The show's mobile app, sponsored by ProMach, is the perfect on the go solution to search exhibitors, products and educational sessions, create and save a personal agenda and navigate from booth to booth using the interactive map - plus, it syncs with your My Show Planner. Search "PACK EXPO" in the App Store or Google Play, or visit packexpolasvegas.com/app

AI Technology: As attendees start to explore the event within My Show Planner, AI technology can reveal what like-minded attendees are searching for to assist with making connections, finding suppliers and relevant education sessions. The bell icon will reveal "Recommended Results" based on previous searches. Attendees can add recommended exhibitors and events to their My Show Planner or dismiss them to make room for additional suggestions.

PACK EXPO 101 sessions for First-Time Attendees: As a first timer to PACK EXPO Las Vegas and Healthcare Packaging EXPO, attendees can enhance their experience and productivity by visiting the First-Timers' Lounge - an exclusive resource center where they can ask questions, participate in sessions with industry experts, research products and exhibitors, enjoy refreshments and comfortable seating. PACK EXPO 101 sessions will be presented each morning at 8:30 a.m. to help attendees navigate the show. Located in South Upper Hall, Room S-224.

PACK EXPO continues to focus on ways to be as much of a resource as possible and continues to monitor local state and federal guidelines to provide a safe and productive event for all. With its PACK Ready health and safety program, PACK EXPO Las Vegas and Healthcare Packaging EXPO will reunite the packaging and processing community, implementing thorough and up-to-date protocols for a successful in-person event. Learn more at packexpolasvegas.com/packready.

Registration, which includes access to both PACK EXPO Las Vegas and Healthcare Packaging EXPO, is $30 until Sept. 3, after which the price increases to $130. For more information and to register online, visit packexpolasvegas.com and hcpelasvegas.com.




About PMMI
PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, represents more than 900 North American manufacturers and suppliers of equipment, components and materials as well as providers of related equipment and services to the packaging and processing industry. We work to advance a variety of industries by connecting consumer goods companies with manufacturing solutions through the world-class PACK EXPO portfolio of trade shows, leading trade media and a wide range of resources to empower our members. The PACK EXPO trade shows unite the world of packaging and processing to advance the industries they serve: PACK EXPO International, PACK EXPO Las Vegas, Healthcare Packaging EXPO, PACK EXPO East, Enlace EXPO PACK, EXPO PACK México and EXPO PACK Guadalajara. PMMI Media Group connects manufacturers to the latest solutions, trends and innovations in packaging and processing year-round through brands including Packaging World, Automation World, Healthcare Packaging, Contract Packaging, ProFood World, Mundo PMMI and OEM. PMMI Business Drivers assist members in pursuing operational excellence through workforce development initiatives, deliver actionable business intelligence on economic, market and industry trends to support members' growth strategies and actively connect the supply chain throughout the year.

Learn more at pmmi.org and packexpo.com and pmmimediagroup.com.