TAPPICon® 2026, April 26–29, 2026, in Columbus, Ohio, is a must-attend event for professionals across the global forest products industry. The Call for Speakers is now open, giving you the chance to share your expertise, research, case studies, or best practices with peers worldwide. Abstracts are due by October 20, 2025.
With the theme “Uniting the Industry. Powering the Future.”, TAPPICon is expanding its reach to unite even more sectors of the forest products community. Alongside strong programming in pulp, paper, packaging, tissue, coatings, engineering, recycled paper, and process control, the event will spotlight advancements in renewable materials and nonwovens, plus sessions tailored for management, young professionals, and women in the industry.
A Reimagined Format: Three Cornerstones
This year, TAPPICon introduces a new program structure built around three cornerstones designed to make content more focused, relevant, and actionable:
- Mill Monday — offering real-world solutions for mill operations, safety, and performance.
- Technical Tuesday — dedicated to R&D, engineering, science, and technical deep dives.
- Workshop Wednesday — providing interactive training, tutorials, and problem-solving sessions.
Spotlight: Mill Monday
Mill Monday focuses on practical strategies to elevate mill operations and efficiency. Organizers are seeking presentations that deliver real solutions — from human resources and leadership to safety, technology, and mill management—that attendees can apply immediately upon returning to their facilities.
Potential topics include:
- Mill Technology
- Leadership & Workforce Development
- Safety & Risk Management
- Sustainability & Environmental Stewardship
- Recycling Innovations
- Product Quality Improvements
- Operational Efficiency
- Industry Best Practices
- AI & Data Analytics Applications
- Emerging Research & Trends
Key TAPPI Divisions featured on Mill Monday include PIMA Management, Young Professionals, Women in Industry, and the Recycled Paper Technical Association (RPTA).
Make Your Mark Don’t miss your chance to contribute to conversations that will shape the future of the industry. Submit your abstract through TAPPI’s
Speaker Management System by
October 20, 2025 and join a global network of industry innovators and leaders at TAPPICon 2026.