At the AIP AGM held at Auspack yesterday, the institute elected a new national president and announced its new board for 2017.
Dr Carol Lawrence was appointed AIP president, and PKN spoke to her shortly after the appointment was announced.
"I'm excited to have the opportunity to lead the AIP with the support of a highly experienced team of industry professionals heading up the regional divisions and the board," Dr Lawrence said.
"Our focus at the AIP is principally on education, and during my tenure I'll work with my team on continuing to develop our wide range of educational programs in the lead up to the National Conference next year.
"Our aim is to ensure we have educational and training options for packaging professionals to support every stage of their career development."
"I'm privileged in my role also to have access to a number of immediate past presidents, all of whom still play an active role in the institute and in the Australian packaging industry."
Dr Carol Lawrence has made a significant contribution to the labelling and packaging industries in Australia, with a career that spans over 20 years. A technical role at Jac Australia was enhanced by a background in chemistry, including a PhD in polymer chemistry, gained in the UK. Dr Lawrence has an understanding of adhesive properties combined with developments in the packaging industry that have led to opportunities in marketing and many product innovations.
