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group work
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developing
possible
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dynamic
strategy
Ms Kenter went on to lead a workshop in
which delegates joined up in groups to
assess the state of the industry in which
they are active. They were asked to
consider the key uncertainties and the
future vision, both for themselves
personally, and for their companies;
possible scenarios; and the available
options. The teams were applauded for
their clear thinking. Among the pointers
they highlighted in the label industry
were globalisation, coupled with the
possibility of instituting international
alliances and partnerships; cost
pressures, and the attendant need to
find cost-saving solutions; new
technologies, developing faster than
Underlining the success of the label industry’s first
YoungManagers Congress were the following
statements received back from (current and)
future leaders of this industry attending the
event:
‘It was my first YMC Congress but for sure it won’t be
my last one!’
--Rodolfo Hagmaier,
Hagmaier Etiketten &Druck (DE)
‘So great to meet you all and share our passion for the
labelling world. The next generation sure looks bright
with this calibre of leaders.’
--Tania Mathias, Fantastick Label Co (AU)
‘The opportunity for networking and the sharing of
idea made the conference well worth it. The relevance
of the sessions to today’s business procvided
“take-homes” for all.’
-- Brian Hurst, Yerecic Label (USA)
‘A well-organised programme with presentations
offering valuable information, and enjoyable social
events. A great opportunity to meet and share
experiences with other young managers in the label
industry.’
-- Marco Aengevoort, Rotocontrol (DE)
‘The FINAT group did a wonderful job hosting the
event, the programme was great, and the discussions
surrounding global business issues with such a fine
group of individuals were really beneficial.’
-- Alex Elezaj, Whitlam Label Company (USA)
‘A unique opportunity to network and share ideas with
like-minded individuals in similar circumstances within
the self-adhesive label industry. The content was
fantastic, focusing on key skills and unique ideas on
how to drive our businesses forward. This made it
YMC Global ConGress DeleGates’ CoMMents
relevant to all attendees, whether they are suppliers,
converters, or press people, by focusing on developing
skill sets rather than new techynologies oir innovations
within the industry.’
-- Matthew Burton, AB Graphic International
(UK)
‘The Congress brought together the youth of the
industry from all over the world. Not only were the
challenges of upcoming markets discussed, but
techniques of how to solve them; and opportunities
were highlighted.’
-- Pawandeep Sahni, Weldon Celloplast (I)
‘A great opportunity for young managers to share
experiences and best practices in a global environment.’
-- Malgorzata Zanieweska, Avery Dennison (PL)
‘A great congress – the right topics and people, and
very well organised. A great place for networking.’
-- Serra Burtek, Avery Dennison Etiket (TR)
‘Congratulations – a great success. An ideal
networking platform for all young decision makers in
the label industry. As well as highly-interesting
presentations and workshops, it gave participants the
opportunity to exchange and discuss their thoughts
about future development in ther label industry
worldwide.’
-- Nicklaus Amacker, Gallus Ferd. Ruesch (CH)
‘The event covered very important business
management topics. It is very important to develop
the young generation within FINAT to secure a
successful future for the association – and the
industry.’
--Jürgen Scheiblehner, Delfort Group (AT)
‘I felt this was one of the best conferences I have
attended in the last 12 years. The content was good,
well presented, and very relevant.’
-- Roger Pellow, Tarsus Group (UK, sponsor)
‘A perfect kick-off event… Topics for presentations
were accurate, very interesting, and motivating, I
believe the next YMC Global Congress will be as
successful as -- this – and I cannot wait to take part!’
-- Radovan Kilarsky, Purgina (SK)
‘The YMC Congress highlighted that the future of the
label industry is in good hands. The Congress topics
were well received, with good and numerous questions
to speakers, while the opportunities for the next
generation of industry leaders to meet, network and
discuss the industry’s challenges and opportunities will
undoubtedly prove to be of long-term benefit for all
those label converter companies that met in Berlin.’
-- Mike Fairley, Tarsus Group (UK, speaker)
‘An interesting initiative that brings the next
generation of leaders of our industry together. A great
networking platform, complemented with an
educational programme that will help young
managers’ development.’
-- Arie Looije,
AWA Alexander Watson Associates (NL)
‘A good mix of networking opportunities and
informative presentations. I can certainly see the
benefits of the YMC both for our company and the
label industry as a whole.’
-- Matt Davies, Spear Europe (UK)
‘It was a pleasure to attend this Congress. We met
very interesting people and listened to really good
speakers.’
-- Zoilo Lopez Lorenzo, Loc Espana (ES)
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