NJPEC Opens Packaging Competition to Non-Members

2009-07-09 | 07:38

Deadline for submission is Sept. 7

The New Jersey Packaging Executive Club (NJPEC) is accepting submissions for the annual Package of the Year Awards competition and Exhibition Gala.

Submissions will be reviewed by a blue ribbon panel of judges, including:

Lorraine Ahart, Victoria’s Secret
John Alongi, Avon
Leslie Artesona, Elizabeth Arden
Peter Boemio, Pfizer
Pankaj Garg, Coty
Steve Longo, Professor of Design, County College of Morris
Gary Montalbano, Estee Lauder
David Reed, Hartz Mountain

Submissions must be work produced from September 2008 to August 2009 in the following categories:

Cosmetics and Fragrances
Food and Beverage
Pharmaceuticals/Medical Devices
Promotional Packaging
Personal Care
Household/Industrial
Package Graphic Design
Folding Cartons and Rigid Boxes


There will be special awards for Sustainable Packaging, Innovation, Market Impact, Best Use of Stock Packaging, Rutgers Students’ Choice and Package of the Year.

Entry fee is free for members and only $75.00 per submission for non-members. Submission deadline is September 7, 2009.

More info: www.njpec.com