https://www.prempack.comenBusinessCopyright The Whole Packagehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/09c57c8d317ef2c5dd5c9e008ab8f934.jpghttps://www.prempack.comThu, 29 Jan 2026 19:45:35 +0000The Whole PackageThe Whole Packagemarketingcommunications@prempack.comOur engaging, informative podcast explores industry trends and the people who make Premier and the packaging world special. Watch for new episodes twice a month.cleanepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-70-beyond-boarders-premier-de-mexico--69670551https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69670551Thu, 29 Jan 2026 19:18:29 +0000The Whole PackageIn this exciting first installment of 2026, host Billy Watkins is joined by Joe Cox, Director, Corporate Enterprise & Corporate Resources at Premier Packaging. Joe has played a key role in overseeing and growing Premier’s Mexico operations over...1736cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-69-packing-it-up-memorable-moments-from-2025--69100993Whole Package truly special and looking forward to what’s ahead! 

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Be sure to tune in next year for more insightful discussions and exciting guests. See you in the new year!
]]>639cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-68-certified-excellence-unlocking-new-opportunities-with-wbenc--68744025https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68744025Wed, 26 Nov 2025 13:00:07 +0000The Whole PackageIn this week’s installment of The Whole Package, host Billy Watkins is joined by Premier Packaging CEO, Jill Gaynor, and National Sales Representative, Mackenzie Lake to discuss all things WBENC. After obtaining Women’s Business Enterprise National...1182b2b,b2c,boxes,business,ceo,consumer,development,distribution,forecasting,management,manufacturing,owned,packaging,peak,products,service,shipping,warehouse,wbenc,womencleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-67-it-insights-behind-the-screen--68338144https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68338144Thu, 30 Oct 2025 12:00:08 +0000The Whole PackageIn this week’s episode, host Billy Watkins sits down with Premier’s IT Department. Joined by Chief Information Officer, Mike King, and our Director, Enterprise Applications, Angel Ferrer, they discuss the silent but steady force behind our...1323cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-66-the-fine-print-where-every-detail-counts--67868064https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67868064Thu, 25 Sep 2025 14:02:35 +0000The Whole PackageIn this week’s installment, host Billy Watkins rejoins Premier’s Packaging Design Manager, Tom Mason, to explore how the Design Team finds the right solutions for our partners. Their expertise transforms vague ideas into innovative, practical...1080coffee,design,distribution,manufacturing,mugs,packaging,podcast,shippingcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-65-the-packaging-playbook-tips-tricks-and-industry-insights--67533655https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67533655Thu, 28 Aug 2025 12:00:08 +0000The Whole PackageThis week on The Whole Package, host Billy Watkins tackles the most burning questions from Premier’s partners and our listeners. Featuring exclusive clips from past episodes, he reveals insider secrets and today’s top strategies to elevate your...782cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-64-inside-the-box-packaging-from-concept-to-creation--67192774https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67192774Thu, 31 Jul 2025 12:00:07 +0000The Whole PackageIn this week’s episode, host Billy Watkins is joined by Premier’s Packaging Design Manager, Tom Mason, to explore the complexities of packaging design. Growing up with a passion for numbers and art, Tom was destined to find a career somewhere in the...9253dmodel,art,box,boxes,cardboard,color,corrugated,design,distribution,forklift,graphic,graphics,indesign,lab,manufacturing,network,packaging,pallets,printing,shippingcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-63-cut-weigh-save-the-hidden-science-of-stretch-film--66747059https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66747059Thu, 26 Jun 2025 12:00:08 +0000The Whole PackageIn this week’s episode, host Billy Watkins takes a deep dive into stretch film with Chuck Pomles, Packaging Application Engineer at Premier Packaging. Playing a major role in the packaging industry, stretch film helps protect products from load...336automation,cdl,chain,design,distribution,ecommerce,forklift,manufacturing,packaging,pallet,shipping,stretch,supply,sustainability,training,wrapcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-62-branded-secure-sustainable-the-power-of-mailers--66316324https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66316324Thu, 29 May 2025 12:00:07 +0000The Whole PackageIn this week's episode, we're joined by Tim Kauffmann, Product Innovation Specialist at Premier Packaging. Tim shares expert insights into mailers – revealing the numerous benefits of this incredibly robust and versatile shipping solution. Discover...1217cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-61-packaging-a-greener-future-premier-s-2024-sustainability-success--65683033https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65683033Thu, 24 Apr 2025 12:00:08 +0000The Whole PackageJoin Sustainability Manager Kevin Fritze and Senior Specialist Adara Schneider as they unveil Premier Packaging's 2024 Sustainability Report. Discover how our eco-friendly packaging solutions are reducing carbon footprints while driving customer cost...14312024,box,business,chain,distribution,earth,eco-friendly,enviornment,green,manufacturing,materials,packaging,recyclable,reducing,report,solutions,supply,sustainability,sustainable,wastecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-60-bin-box-brilliance-the-revolution-of-warehouse-efficiency--65136666https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65136666Thu, 27 Mar 2025 12:00:09 +0000The Whole PackageIn this episode, warehouse optimization specialist Tony Givan reveals how Premier's Bin Boxes transformed from simple clothing organizers into customizable storage solutions that maximize space and efficiency. Discover how businesses of ALL sizes—from...1293bins,cardboard,corrugated,distribution,manufacturing,organization,packaging,packing,shipping,warehousecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-59-supply-chain-success-from-kid-ceo-to-corrugated-queen--64590261https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64590261Thu, 27 Feb 2025 13:00:07 +0000The Whole PackageIn this must-watch sales and supply chain podcast episode, host Billy Watkins sits down with B2B sales expert and supply chain specialist Jessica Anderson to uncover the secrets behind building lasting customer relationships, entrepreneurial...1169b2bmarketing,b2bsales,businessgrowth,businesspodcast,careergrowth,clientrelationships,customerexperience,customersuccess,entrepreneurmindset,entrepreneurship,industrialsales,leadership,packagingindustry,saleshustle,salesmindset,salestips,salestraining,startupmindset,supplychain,supplychainleadershipcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-58-premier-s-industrial-sourcing-team-we-always-provide-options--64047574https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64047574Thu, 30 Jan 2025 17:33:10 +0000The Whole PackageThis week, we met with Manager of Industrial Sourcing Max Godby, who breaks down the level of thought behind some of the sourcing materials Premier can offer. From the specificity of the tape and adhesive to the strength of the stretch film, Max and...1497cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-57-year-in-review-2024--63378838https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63378838Thu, 19 Dec 2024 13:00:07 +0000The Whole PackageWe laughed, we learned, we unpacked. We're honored to have such an exceptional group of individuals assisting our partners with all their packaging needs. Here's to 2025, and taking a look back at some of 2024's most memorable moments with Billy and...4942023,2024,2025,3pl,box,business,cardboard,corrugated,distribution,forklift,logistics,manufacturing,newyear,package,packaging,podcast,shipping,trucking,trucks,yearcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-56-jill-gaynor-ever-evolving--63146018https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63146018Thu, 05 Dec 2024 13:00:07 +0000The Whole PackageIn this week’s episode, we sit down with Premier Packaging CEO Jill Gaynor, who walks us through some of the challenges she’s faced in a constantly developing industry. Coming from a career in Marketing, Jill played an integral role in growing Premier...1804automation,boxes,business,cardboard,ceo,corrugated,culture,distributing,distribution,executive,industrial,industry,manufacturing,packaging,purchasing,shipping,supply,sustainability,work,workingcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-55-lindsay-zeller-a-positive-learning-culture--62817934https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62817934Thu, 21 Nov 2024 13:00:08 +0000The Whole PackageThis week, Premier’s Learning & Development Leader Lindsay Zeller breaks down how she works to help employees continue growing and developing professionally. Starting her career in academia, Lindsay found she had a passion for cultivating an...1265courses,development,distribution,learning,lecture,manufacturing,online,operations,packaging,sales,selling,shipping,student,teaching,training,whyzercleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-54-kyle-reiter-constantly-learning--62653405https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62653405Thu, 07 Nov 2024 14:55:38 +0000The Whole PackageFor this episode, we sit down with Kyle Reiter, Premier’s Service Manager and Automation Technician, to explore his fascinating journey from farm life to becoming a master technician. Kyle shares his experiences managing a farm in Indiana, raising...1321automating,automation,boxes,design,distribution,engineering,helper,ista,machinery,machines,manufacturing,operator,packaging,robots,sales,salesmencleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-53-kara-rogers-support-is-everything--62466822https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62466822Thu, 24 Oct 2024 12:00:02 +0000The Whole PackageKara Rogers, Vice President of HR at Premier, takes us through her career journey in the corporate world, sharing valuable insights from her experience in talent acquisition and the challenges of navigating a competitive job market. She also discusses...1353automation,boxes,business,chain,corporate,corrugated,distribution,growth,hiring,hr,human,job,manufacturing,packaging,resources,sales,shipping,supplies,supply,sustainabilitycleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-53-angel-ferrer-the-tip-of-the-iceberg--62301161https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62301161Thu, 10 Oct 2024 12:00:02 +0000The Whole PackageEvery day, Angel Ferrer wrestles with the powerful forces reshaping IT in the packaging industry and beyond—AI, automation, and the system integrations that weave them together into a seamless user experience, or UX, for the rest of us. “The final...901api,boxes,cardboard,computers,corrugated,cs,customer,design,developer,distribution,information,it,manufacturing,orders,packaging,programmer,programs,service,tech,technologycleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-51-john-gaynor-part-2-in-it-to-win-it--62106855https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62106855Thu, 26 Sep 2024 12:00:02 +0000The Whole PackageIn part two of our interview, Premier Packaging President John Gaynor reflects on the company’s collaborative culture, unpacking Premier’s strategies for adapting to evolving customer expectations and empowering employees in the decision-making...801business,cdl,corrugated,distribution,driver,employees,forklift,how-to,industry,manufacturing,packaging,people,plastic,production,sales,salesperson,selling,shipping,work,workerscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-50-john-gaynor-part-1-the-big-deal--61342579https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61342579Thu, 12 Sep 2024 12:00:02 +0000The Whole PackageAs a scrappy young sales rep just out of college, future Premier Packaging co-founder and President John Gaynor faced one slammed door after another—that is, until he finally came across the opportunity of a lifetime. In this first episode of a...1089cdl,ceo,company,construction,corrugated,design,distribution,forklift,manufacturing,packaging,president,sales,salesmen,salesperson,saleswoman,selling,shipping,supplychain,sustainability,workcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-49-steve-burmester-believe-in-us--61188882https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61188882Thu, 29 Aug 2024 12:00:02 +0000The Whole PackageSteve Burmester started in sales for Premier in 1994, when he was still a college sophomore and our company was being created in a dusty old tobacco warehouse out of “hustle and dreams” and grit. Now a National Sales Representative, Steve reflects...14633pl,automation,cardboard,corrrugate,corrugated,design,distribution,drivers,fleet,localsales,manufacturing,nationalsales,packaging,sales,salesmen,salespeople,saleswomen,selling,shipping,voidfillcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-48-paul-cunningham-a-passion-for-sales--60949074https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60949074Thu, 15 Aug 2024 12:00:03 +0000The Whole PackagePaul Cunningham puts his love of packaging to work as a Supply Chain Specialist for Premier. While sales can be a competitive roller-coaster, he enjoys finding our customers the best solutions at competitive prices and Premier becoming their partner.8313pl,automation,corrugate,corrugated,distributing,distribution,driver,drivers,fleet,forklift,leadership,manager,manufacturing,operator,packaging,sales,salesteam,selling,teamwork,warehousecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-47-miranda-garcia-always-something-new--60865987https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60865987Thu, 01 Aug 2024 12:00:04 +0000The Whole PackageMiranda Garcia, a Human Resources Manager for Premier in Southern California, went into HR like her mom (“the family business”). Miranda loves it because her job is about people. She talks about the importance of clear messaging, Premier allowing...1161cardboard,career,careergrowth,careers,corrugated,design,distribution,employeeretention,forklift,graphicdesign,hiring,hr,human,manufacturing,packaging,packagingdesign,resources,retention,safety,shippingcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-46-josh-bowman-a-focus-on-customers--60719468https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60719468Thu, 18 Jul 2024 12:00:02 +0000The Whole PackagePremier’s Chief Supply Officer Josh Bowman makes sure we can make and ship product to our customers reliably and cost-effectively and be flexible when they need us to. He reflects on the current and future state of supply chain and how working at a...1510automation,corrugate,corrugated,distributing,disturbing,driver,drivers,fleet,fleetdriver,forklift,leader,leadership,manager,managing,manufacturing,operator,packaging,shipping,teamwork,warehousecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-45-mayra-vega-the-human-factor-that-cares--60578605https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60578605Wed, 03 Jul 2024 12:00:04 +0000The Whole PackageMost safety professionals get into this role by accident,” no pun intended, says Mayra Vega, Premier’s Corporate Environmental Health and Safety Manager. Her days working at a trauma center, needing to have everything ready for the injured person...1760boxes,business,cardboard,certified,corrugated,distribution,forklift,health,healthandsafety,job,jobsafety,manufacturing,occupation,osha,packaging,papermill,safety,training,warehouse,workcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-44-andy-hennessey-positive-about-the-future--60425720https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60425720Thu, 20 Jun 2024 12:00:04 +0000The Whole PackageNumbers like batting averages and free throw percentages always came easy to Andy Hennessey as a kid. Today, as our Chief Financial Officer, he makes sure the numbers always work for Premier. During his 13 years with our company, he has seen—and...1402careergrowth,careers,cfo,chieffinancialofficer,corrugated,csuite,design,distribution,economics,economy,financials,fleet,forklift,goals,leadership,manufacturing,packaging,packagingsolutions,shipping,teamworkcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-43-wali-shaheed-growing-in-the-company--60275648https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60275648Thu, 06 Jun 2024 12:00:03 +0000The Whole Package"We will do whatever we have to do, to get our customers what they need.” That’s the motto of Wali Shaheed, Manufacturing Site Manager for Premier’s Rancho Cucamonga facility. A 30+-year veteran of the corrugated industry, Wali oversees a growing...1084automation,cardboard,corrugate,corrugated,distribution,fleet,forklift,forkliftdriver,forkliftsafety,leader,leadership,leadershiptraining,manager,manufacturing,packaging,shipping,teambuilding,teamwork,warehouse,warehousemanagercleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-42-lauren-bright-problem-solving--60118507https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60118507Thu, 23 May 2024 12:00:03 +0000The Whole PackageWhat does it take to be a successful Account Manager for Premier? For Lauren Bright, who works in Southern California, it’s all about problem solving, being accessible, and helping customers how they want to be helped. She and host Billy Watkins...1185corrugated,cowboyhats,customer,customerservice,distribution,hatboxes,hats,manufacturing,packaging,packagingdesign,packagingproducts,phone,phonecase,product,sales,selling,service,shipping,sourcing,westernhatscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-41-luke-smith-ambassador-for-our-brand--59929481https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59929481Thu, 09 May 2024 12:00:04 +0000The Whole PackageSupply Chain Specialist Luke Smith enjoys building “really cool relationships” with Premier’s customers instead of just trying to sell products. The Premier way, he explains, is getting to know and understand you and your operations so we can find...842cardboard,corrugated,distribution,hiking,howtosell,leadership,leading,manufacturing,nature,products,productsales,sales,salesman,salesperson,salesteam,saleswoman,selling,skiing,teambuilding,utahcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-40-kevin-fritze-discovering-something-better--59642224https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59642224Thu, 25 Apr 2024 12:00:03 +0000The Whole PackageAs a child, Kevin Fritze saw the impact of logging on the Maine woods, and decided he wanted to help protect the environment. As Premier’s Sustainability Manager, he analyzes the way we operate and looks for ways for us to become more sustainable....1349automation,career,chain,equipment,factory,growth,job,packaging,podcast,progression,smart,solutions,supplies,supply,sustainabilitycleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-39-alex-garrett-it-ain-t-over-til-the-tall-guy-sings--59399072https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59399072Thu, 11 Apr 2024 12:00:05 +0000The Whole PackageAlex Garrett started college intending to become an opera singer and ended it determined to help people by coming up with packaging solutions. Opera’s loss is Premier’s gain. With us seven years now, Supply Chain Specialist Alex talks about how...986corrugated,corrugatedbox,corrugatedpackaging,distribution,forklift,manufacturing,operations,packaging,packagingsales,procurement,sales,salesmen,salespeople,salesperson,saleswoman,selling,shipping,sourcing,sustainability,warehousecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-38-the-hat-girls-dressed-for-success--59196463https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59196463Thu, 28 Mar 2024 12:00:02 +0000The Whole PackageKate Smith and Rachel Carroll, the Hat Girls, had a problem: How to protect their fragile, custom-designed, high-end hats that can cost hundreds to thousands of dollars during shipping. Enter Premier Packaging, which created a box that offers...1452bedofroses,chirchill,churchill,curchilldowns,derby,derbyfestival,derbyhats,gambling,horse,horsebetting,horseracing,jockey,kentucky,kentuckyderby,kyderby,kyderbyfestival,mintjulip,racing,roses,triplecrowncleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-37-premier-stands-out--59036264https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59036264Thu, 14 Mar 2024 12:00:02 +0000The Whole PackageAs Premier Packaging celebrates its 30th birthday, we look back at what our employees interviewed on the podcast like about our company, including their opportunity for advancement, our culture, and our commitment to customer service. And how did they...769cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-36-chris-winfield-premier-makes-that--58868298https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58868298Thu, 29 Feb 2024 13:00:02 +0000The Whole PackagePremier offers many packaging options for our customers. Chris Winfield, Vice President of Strategic Accounts, explains the advantages of poly mailers, padded paper mailers, cold chain packaging, and corrugated boxes, from durability and recyclability...1575cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-35-manufacturing-the-human-element--58687418https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58687418Thu, 15 Feb 2024 13:00:02 +0000The Whole PackagePremier’s manufacturing facility in Louisville, Ky, features state-of-the-art machinery, but what really sets it apart are our employees. Host Billy Watkins talks to Shipping Manager Cindy Spurlock, CAD operator Tiffany Reed, forklift driver Willie...1609cardboard,corrugate,corrugated,corrugatedmanufacturer,distribution,driver,electricforklift,fleetdriver,forklift,goalaccomplishing,leadership,leadershiptraining,manager,manufacturing,manufacturingplant,packaging,receiving,shipping,teamwork,warehousemanagercleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-34-the-distribution-center-the-importance-of-people--58506702https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58506702Wed, 31 Jan 2024 13:00:02 +0000The Whole PackageEvery day our employees keep products and materials smoothly flowing in and out of our Corporate Distribution Center in Louisville, Kentucky. Good people are the key to tracking and moving inventory safely and efficiently. On a visit to the DC, host...1485cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-33-pam-wilson-creating-something-new--58321830https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58321830Thu, 18 Jan 2024 13:00:02 +0000The Whole Package“Chemistry is a way to grow your curiosity about the world,” says Pam Wilson, Premier’s Vice President of Products. She applies her curiosity to discovering and developing the products our customers want and need, both now and down the road. Here she...866automation,corrugate,corrugated,design,development,distributing,driver,forklift,manufacturing,operating,operator,packaging,product,safety,solutions,team,teamwork,training,warehouse,workcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-32-year-in-review--58060598https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58060598Thu, 04 Jan 2024 13:00:02 +0000The Whole PackageHost Billy Watkins looks back at 2023, a year of challenges in which Premier scored several major accomplishments.327cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-31-ryan-benningfield-the-human-element--58060590https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58060590Thu, 21 Dec 2023 15:10:53 +0000The Whole PackageDespite challenges in 2023, Premier had a record year in manufacturing, with production 20 to 25% higher than before. Ryan Benningfield, Corporate Director of Manufacturing, attributes this success to new equipment, continuous improvement and, the...1269cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-30-rob-lynch-it-keeps-us-working--57932334https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57932334Thu, 07 Dec 2023 13:00:03 +0000The Whole PackageLearning how to handle disgruntled travelers as a valet at the airport was “a quick speed run to customer service,” says Rob Lynch. Today, he’s still solving problems—as Premier’s Senior Manager of IT Operations. In this far-ranging interview, he...1368automation,automationfactory,corrugated,help,helpdesk,hiring,industrialmanufacturing,industrialpackaging,information,informationtechnology,it,itdepartment,ithelpdesk,jobprogression,packagingbusiness,packagingpodcast,pakcaging,supplychain,sustainability,technologycleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-29-tabitha-lauzon-bringing-joy-to-our-employees--57753407https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57753407Wed, 22 Nov 2023 13:00:03 +0000The Whole PackageAs a kid, Tabitha Lauzon organized play for she and her sisters. Today as Premier’s Senior Corporate Event Coordinator, she plans events ranging from a small gathering of executives to six huge end-of-year parties for our employees happening...1098cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-28-steve-arkon-from-cars-to-corrugated--57561769https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57561769Thu, 09 Nov 2023 13:00:02 +0000The Whole PackageSteve Arkon, Premier’s Sales Manager for the Ohio Valley, has swum in a shark tank—so to speak. While earning his MBA at Bellarmine, he developed a solution for a common issue at transportation companies as part of a course and won a local “Shark...1378automation,box,corrugated,distributing,howtosell,industryknowledge,insurance,insurancesales,leader,managingsale,manufacturing,packaging,packagingsales,packagingsupplies,sales,salesmanager,salesteam,sell,selling,sellingpackagingcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-27-chuck-pomles-an-asset-to-the-customer--57370372https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57370372Thu, 26 Oct 2023 12:00:03 +0000The Whole PackageDesign Specialist Chuck Pomles, a 37-year veteran of the packaging industry, describes how Premier builds relationships with its customers to find just the right solutions for their packaging and process challenges. Chuck also talks about good package...1545boxdesign,design,designexpert,designlab,graphicsforpackaging,industrialpackaging,manufacturing,packagedesigner,packaging,packagingdesign,packagingdesigner,packagingdesignexpert,packagingdesignideas,packaginggraphicdesign,packaginggraphics,packagingmanufacturing,packagingpodcast,pakcagingdesignbox,sustainability,sustainablesolutionscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-26-brittany-biggs-packaging-s-always-in-the-forefront--57196368https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57196368Thu, 12 Oct 2023 12:00:03 +0000The Whole PackageBrittany Biggs, a project manager supervisor, has always been fascinated by packaging, from products on store shelves to making intricate boxes at Premier. She talks about the importance of organization and communication in her job—and how cool it is...810design,designer,designproject,graphic,graphicdesign,graphicdesigner,industrial,manufacturing,packaging,packagingdesign,packagingdesignproject,packagingpodcast,packagingproject,planner,planning,podcast,project,projectplanner,projectplanningcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-25-a-box-full-of-bloopers--56964700https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56964700Thu, 28 Sep 2023 12:00:03 +0000The Whole PackageWe try to make the best podcast possible every time, but sometimes things just go wrong. Enjoy our bloopers reel with host Billy Watkins.205bloopers,comedian,comedy,comedypodcast,distributing,distribution,distributionplant,err,funny,funnypodcast,host,latenight,manufacturing,manufacturingplant,messup,mishap,mistake,packagingpodcast,podcast,warehousecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-24-adam-house-do-whatever-it-takes--56629579https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56629579Thu, 14 Sep 2023 12:00:03 +0000The Whole PackageAdam House learned leadership with boots on the ground, whether as a Marine who helped evacuate the U.S. Embassy in the war-torn capital of Liberia in 1990 or a civilian working his way up from the factory floor to plant superintendent. As a Senior...1238boss,businessleadership,companyleadership,corporate,corporateleadership,corrugate,corrugated,corrugatemanufacturing,distribution,forklift,howtobealeader,leadership,leadershiptraining,manager,manufacturing,manufacturingleadership,marine,usmarines,warehouse,warehousemanagercleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-23-justin-cockerham-i-found-my-calling--56629525https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56629525Thu, 31 Aug 2023 12:00:03 +0000The Whole PackageJustin Cockerham discovered his love of technology in school and has done everything from repair computers to work the IT help desk. In his current role as Junior Business Analyst, he studies the use of technology in different areas of Premier and...1087business,businesstech,businesstechnology,help,howtotechnology,information,informationtechnology,it,itsupport,microsoft,support,tech,techhelp,technology,technologyinformation,technologysavvy,techsavvy,techsupport,techtips,tipscleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-22-jill-gaynor-part-2-it-s-all-about-our-customers--56488297https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56488297Thu, 17 Aug 2023 12:00:03 +0000The Whole PackageIn part two of our interview, Premier’s Chief Marketing Officer Jill Gaynor talks about our culture, our state-of-the-art equipment, working the line during the pandemic, and Premier’s growth into luxury packaging. “Everything we do is service-related...1004automation,careerprogression,distributing,distribution,industrialpackaging,jobprogression,manufacturing,packagingequipment,packagingindustry,packagingpodcast,packagingsolution,packagingsupplies,premierpackaging,premierpackagingpodcast,purchasing,supply,supplychain,supplychainproblems,sustainability,thewholepackagecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-21-jill-gaynor-part-1-how-can-we-help-you--56356509https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56356509Thu, 03 Aug 2023 13:39:34 +0000The Whole PackageThe leadership of co-owners John and Jill Gaynor has helped make Premier a success. In the first part of a two-part episode, Jill Gaynor talks about the company’s founding and growth, how we serve clients as a one-stop shop, and the evolution of her...1086automation,careerprogression,industrialmanufacturing,industrialpackaging,jobprogression,packagingautomation,packagingbusiness,packagingequipment,packagingindustry,packagingmachinery,packagingpodcast,packagingsolution,packagingsupplies,premierpackaging,premierpackagingpodcast,purchasing,suplychainproblems,supplychain,sustainability,thewholepackagecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-20-acuity-packaging-a-nice-partnership--56141638and a customer for Premier. Steve James, Vice President of Sales, discusses packaging that we’ve all experienced but given little thought, how Acuity and Premier work together, and why Premier’s such a good fit: “ Small company attitude … large company resources.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56141638Thu, 20 Jul 2023 12:00:02 +0000The Whole PackageKnow those sealed see-through plastic packages around products that are hard to open? That’s thermoforming, one of the specialties of Acuity Packaging Logistics Sourcing—both a vendor and a customer for Premier. Steve James, Vice President of Sales,...and a customer for Premier. Steve James, Vice President of Sales, discusses packaging that we’ve all experienced but given little thought, how Acuity and Premier work together, and why Premier’s such a good fit: “ Small company attitude … large company resources.]]>1169business,businessvendor,corrugate,corrugated,design,designlab,distributing,distributionvendor,engineers,logistics,manufacturing,manufacturingvendor,packaging,packagingdesign,partnership,plastic,sales,sourcing,thermoforming,vendorcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-19-max-godby-providing-the-best-fit--56004730https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56004730Thu, 06 Jul 2023 12:17:36 +0000The Whole PackageAs a color commentator for sports radio, Max Godby knows how to paint a colorful story. At Premier, he helps establish our pricing strategy and provides our supply chain specialists with information about why our products could be the best fit for...1310broadcasting,corrugate,corrugated,football,industrial,industrialsourcing,packaging,packagingindustry,packagingsourcing,packagingtips,packing,picking,sourcing,sportscasting,sustainablematerials,sustainablepackaging,sustainablesources,sustainablesourcing,uk,universityofkentuckycleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-18-heather-updike-affecting-change-with-creativity--54635933https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54635933Thu, 22 Jun 2023 12:00:03 +0000The Whole PackageHeather Updike, one of Premier’s two digital graphic designers, talks about using computer-aided design (CAD) to create the specific packaging our customers want. She enjoys the “origami aspect” of her work, trying to imagine how a design created on a...824box,cad,career,design,designer,designlab,freelance,graphic,graphicdesign,illustration,illustrator,logo,package,packaging,packagingdesign,photoshop,process,product,solutions,tutorialcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-17-amiee-leslie-we-re-here-when-you-need-us--54115625https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54115625Thu, 08 Jun 2023 12:00:03 +0000The Whole PackageSince her promotion earlier this year, Director of Customer Service Amiee Leslie has been hard at work. At Premier, the customer truly comes first and Amiee discusses how and why. She also talks about automation we have put into place to make handling...1105customer,customerexperience,customerservice,customerserviceproblems,customerservices,customerserviceskills,customerservicetips,goodcustomerservice,goodcustomerserviceskills,premierpackaging,qualitycustomerservice,service,whatiscustomerservicecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-16-bin-boxes-the-best-solutions-possible--53995353https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53995353Thu, 25 May 2023 12:42:56 +0000The Whole PackagePremier’s bin box systems improve warehouse organization and increase picking and stowing speeds. Premier was a pioneer in the category, and Bin Box Program Manager Tony Givan talks about the program’s evolution and growth. Today, we have designed...1095automation,bin,binbox,binboxes,corrugate,corrugated,design,loading,orders,pack,packaging,packing,pick,picking,shipping,solutions,storage,storagesolutions,warehouse,workstationcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-15-premier-canada-we-re-on-your-team--53821962https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53821962Thu, 11 May 2023 13:01:24 +0000The Whole PackagePremier has a vibrant, growing presence in Canada, servicing customers from coast to coast. Toronto-based Supply Chain Specialists Sam Ferrier and Bianca DeVito talk about the opportunities of the Canadian market—such as sustainable packaging needed...877cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-14-mitch-payne-setting-the-standard--53654431https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53654431Thu, 27 Apr 2023 12:00:02 +0000The Whole PackageAs Premier’s Regional Operations Manager for the Ohio Valley, Mitch Payne sometimes gets calls about burst pipes, leaky roofs, and even “acts of God” affecting our facilities. He responds calmly, setting the standard for those who work for him. Here...1189cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-13-simplifying-sustainability--53515612https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53515612Thu, 13 Apr 2023 13:00:03 +0000The Whole PackageIs Styrofoam biodegradable or compostable? How should you dispose of your average pizza box? In this illuminating episode, Premier’s Sustainability Manager Mackenzie Crigger and Sustainability Specialist Adara Schneider talk about their front-line...1420automation,biodegradable,circulareconomy,compostable,composting,manufacturingboxes,packagingassesment,packagingbusiness,packagingconsultaition,packagingpodcast,packagingsolutions,plastic,premierpackaging,recycle,recycling,supplychain,sustainability,sustainable,sustainablesolutions,thewholepackagecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-12-brixilated-doing-good-with-legos--53367945https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53367945Thu, 30 Mar 2023 14:36:36 +0000The Whole PackageAt Premier’s 2022 national sales meeting, we assembled a giant Premier logo from 8,000 to 10,000 Lego “bricks.” The team-building exercise was created by Dayton-based Brixilated, whose specially designed Lego models help organizations tell their...984brixilated,custom,customlego,customlegoinstructions,customlegologo,customlegos,customlegostarwars,lego,legocity,legoclonewars,legocreations,legocustom,legocustombuilds,legocustominstructions,legocustomminifigures,legominifigures,legopackaging,legos,legostarwars,packagingcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-11-tim-weathers-couldn-t-ask-for-a-better-place--53216271https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53216271Thu, 16 Mar 2023 12:30:02 +0000The Whole PackageDespite starting during the pandemic, Warehouse Lead Tim Weathers loves his job at Premier—from operating electric forklifts in our state-of-the-art Corporate Distribution Center to conversations with his coworkers and folks in other departments. He...978forklift,forkliftcertified,forkliftdriver,forkliftdriving,forkliftshipping,forkliftwarehouse,warehousecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-10-shady-rays-premier-s-part-of-our-family--52843142https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52843142Wed, 15 Mar 2023 20:49:01 +0000The Whole PackageIn 10 years, Simpsonville-based sunglass company Shady Rays has grown from two brothers filling orders in their parents’ living room to days when their company fills 10,000 online orders per shift. Premier has played a key role in that dramatic...933cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-9-mackenzie-crigger-our-new-sustainability-report--52746229https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52746229Thu, 16 Feb 2023 14:13:53 +0000The Whole PackagePremier’s first-ever Sustainability Report details where we are environmentally and our efforts to become more sustainable, such as targeting zero waste in our manufacturing plants by 2030 and net-zero carbon emissions by 2040. Sustainability Manager...1276cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-8-tom-mason-what-solution-s-best--52606546https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52606546Mon, 06 Feb 2023 15:38:48 +0000The Whole PackagePackaging’s everywhere in our society—so much so that most of us don’t notice it. But Tom Mason does. The Packaging Design Manager-East Coast for Premier talks about the “plethora of solutions” we offer in packaging design, graphics, and testing for...988designlab,designpackaging,graphicdesign,graphicdesigner,graphicdesigntutorials,industrialprinting,logodesign,pacakginggraphicdesign,packaging,packagingdesign,packagingdesigner,packagingdesignideas,packagingdesignillustrator,packagingdesigntutorial,packagingpodcast,pakcagingdesignprocess,premierpackaging,productpackagingdesign,sustainability,thewholepackagecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-7-dan-o-s-seasoning-premier-brings-the-spice-to-packaging--52467435https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52467435Thu, 19 Jan 2023 20:53:58 +0000The Whole PackagePremier Packaging has played an important role in the explosive growth of Dan-O’s Seasoning through online sales of its low-sodium, all-natural seasoning. Tyler Watson and Jon Hayes of Dan-O’s talk about the company’s growth, what’s next, and why they...1084cooking,dan-o's,dan-o'sseasoning,industrialmanufacturing,industrialpackaging,jobprogression,lowsodium,packagingautomation,packagingbusiness,packagingequipment,packagingindustry,packagingpodcast,packagingsolution,packagingsupplies,premierpackaging,premierpackagingpodcast,seasoning,supplychain,sustainability,thewholepackagecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-6-paul-lococo-a-balancing-act--52343136https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52343136Thu, 05 Jan 2023 13:00:02 +0000The Whole PackagePremier’s Purchasing Manager Paul Lococo juggles such challenges as inventory space, inflation, and supply chain issues while trying to anticipate demand for the thousands of items we sell to our customers. Paul talks about the impact of the pandemic...1033careerprogression,jobprogression,manufacturing,packaging,packagingbusiness,packagingmachinery,packagingsupplies,premierpackaging,premierpackagingpodcast,supplychain,thewholepackagecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-5-shawn-edwards-anything-s-possible--52238254https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52238254Thu, 22 Dec 2022 13:00:02 +0000The Whole PackageAutomation Specialist Shawn Edwards discusses the importance of automation in addressing labor issues, efficiency, and safety. Depending on the situation, automating can be as simple as switching from a hand tape gun to a case sealer, so it’s...795automated,automatedpackaging,automation,automationengineering,careerprogression,industrialautomation,jobprogression,manufacturing,packaging,packagingbusiness,packagingmachineautomation,packagingmachinery,packagingpodcast,packagingsupplies,premierpackaging,premierpackagingpodcast,supplychain,sustainability,thewholepackagecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-4-love-the-hungry-you-need-a-good-box--52111162https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52111162Thu, 08 Dec 2022 13:00:02 +0000The Whole PackageLouisville nonprofit Love the Hungry has a mission of providing nutrient-rich meals to young children suffering from malnutrition in 30 countries globally. Cofounder Dale Oelker discusses the organization’s work, its science-based meals, and Premier’s...887automationfactory,charity,charityprogram,children,feedingamerica,feedinghungrychild,feedinghungrychildren,helpsavechildren,jobprogression,packagingbusiness,packagingequipment,packagingindustry,packagingpodcast,packagingsupplies,premierpackaging,premierpackagingpodcast,starving,supplychain,sustainability,thewholepackagecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-3-randi-yancey-at-the-forefront-of-tech--51969532https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51969532Wed, 23 Nov 2022 13:00:02 +0000The Whole PackagePremier is in the forefront of packaging companies using tech tools like Sales Force to make our customer relationships more efficient and rewarding for both parties, according to Randi Yancey, Manager of Sales Technology. Randi also discusses her own...1167careergrowth,corrugatedboxmanufacturing,hiring,industrialmanufacturing,information,informationtechnology,it,itdepartment,jobprogression,manufacturingboxes,packaging,packagingbusiness,packagingindustry,packagingsupplies,packaginpodcast,premierpackaging,premierpackagingpodcast,technology,thewholepackage,usesofinformationtechnologycleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-2-jessica-lincoln-you-feel-like-you-belong--51827253https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51827253Thu, 10 Nov 2022 13:00:02 +0000The Whole PackageIn Jessica Lincoln’s 12 years with Premier, the company has grown from one manufacturing plant with 200 employees to six plants with 1200 employees. Jessica, Manager, HR – Operations, discusses how we remain competitive in attracting new workers, from...782automation,career,careergrowth,careerprogression,corrugatedboxmanufacturing,hiring,hr,humanresources,jobfair,manufacturing,manufacturingboxes,packagingbusiness,packagingpodcast,packagingsupplies,premierpackaging,recruiting,recruitment,supplychain,sustainability,thewholepackagecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-1-mackenzie-crigger-a-shift-to-sustainability--51697773https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51697773Wed, 26 Oct 2022 21:14:07 +0000The Whole PackageHost Billy Watkins interviews Sustainability Manager Mackenzie Crigger, who will fill in from time to time as guest host of The Whole Package. Mackenzie talks about how living in Japan inspired her to shift her career focus to sustainability. In the...957agriculture,automation,careergrowth,careerprogression,compostable,corrugatedboxmanufacturing,environmental,factoryautomation,jobprogression,packagingbusiness,packagingequipment,packagingindustry,packagingpodcast,premierpackaging,premierpackagingpodcast,recyclable,recyling,supplychain,sustainability,thewholepackagecleanfull