Lead the Learning on Workshop Wednesday at TAPPICon® 2026
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When it comes to advancing our industry, theory only goes so far — it’s what we do with that knowledge that drives change. That’s why TAPPICon® 2026, April 26–29, 2026, in Columbus, Ohio, will culminate with Workshop Wednesday, a dynamic day dedicated to practical application, skill building, and problem-solving.
The Call for Speakers is now open, inviting experts, innovators, and educators to lead interactive workshops, bootcamps, and panel discussions that help attendees turn ideas into action. Abstracts are due by October 20, 2025.
Powering the Future — Together
Aligned with the 2026 theme, “Uniting the Industry. Powering the Future.”, TAPPICon’s reimagined program structure is designed to connect knowledge across every sector of the forest products industry. After two days of powerful presentations and technical deep dives, Workshop Wednesday brings it all together — translating concepts from Mill Monday and Technical Tuesday into real-world strategies.
Aligned with the 2026 theme, “Uniting the Industry. Powering the Future.”, TAPPICon’s reimagined program structure is designed to connect knowledge across every sector of the forest products industry. After two days of powerful presentations and technical deep dives, Workshop Wednesday brings it all together — translating concepts from Mill Monday and Technical Tuesday into real-world strategies.
Workshop Wednesday sessions are hands-on, discussion-driven, and focused on giving participants tools and insights they can immediately apply in their mills, plants, and organizations.
TAPPI is seeking industry experts to deliver practical, actionable learning in areas that include, but are not limited to:
- Process optimization and troubleshooting techniques
- Maintenance, reliability, and safety training
- Workforce development and leadership
- Sustainability implementation strategies
- Data analytics, automation, and digital transformation
- Quality and performance improvement
- Innovative problem-solving methodologies
- Cross-functional collaboration and communication
Workshops may include live demonstrations, small-group activities, or structured discussions designed to foster engagement and peer learning.
Why Present?
Whether you’re presenting on Mill Monday, Technical Tuesday, or leading a Workshop Wednesday session, TAPPICon offers the chance to make a tangible impact — to share not just what you know, but how to do it better. Speakers gain exposure among global industry professionals, contribute to TAPPI’s expanding knowledge base, and help shape the skills that will define our industry’s future.
Whether you’re presenting on Mill Monday, Technical Tuesday, or leading a Workshop Wednesday session, TAPPICon offers the chance to make a tangible impact — to share not just what you know, but how to do it better. Speakers gain exposure among global industry professionals, contribute to TAPPI’s expanding knowledge base, and help shape the skills that will define our industry’s future.
Submit Your Abstract
Be part of the momentum. Submit your abstract through TAPPI’s Speaker Management System by October 20, 2025, and help attendees leave TAPPICon with new tools, new perspectives, and renewed energy to move the industry forward.
For more details, visit TAPPICon.org.
