| Program | Hotel and Travel | Exhibitors |
| Speakers | Rates | CPLP and RPbD |
| Events and Networking | Sponsors | TempPack Forum |
ISTA Certified Packaging Laboratory Professional (CPLP) TRAINING
MONDAY, MARCH 19th - TUESDAY, MARCH 20th
See program for times.
Become an ISTA Certified Packaging Laboratory Professional (CPLP) while attending the Forum! Normally taken in a self-study format, the Forum offers the opportunity for you to take the "live" version - in a classroom setting. Larry Dull, ISTA's Lead Instructor and who is also a CPLP-Professional will conduct the training. Two levels of certification are available: both Technician and Technologist.
ISTA Responsible Packaging by Design (RPbD) TRAINING
TUESDAY, MARCH 20th
See program for times.
ISTA will be offering a one-half day training program on the implementation of our Responsible Packaging by Design (RPbD) recommended guideline. This training will be followed by an exam which, if successfully passed, will lead to a certification in the use of the guideline. Whether seeking to test the waters, training to implement the program, or obtain a professional certificate, the RPbD training program can help you gain the skills and knowledge you need to build your company’s reputation as an environmentally and socially conscious corporate citizen – and drive profitability. Larry Dull, ISTA's Lead Instructor will conduct the workshop.
TransPack and TempPack REGISTRATION
TUESDAY, MARCH 20th
Location: Grand Ballroom WEST Registration
Noon – 6:00pm
This is the time we encourage attendees to come pick up their name badge and forum materials before the TransPack Forum begins. The registration desk is staffed during the entire week to answer questions.
TransPack and TempPack WELCOME RECEPTION
TUESDAY, MARCH 20th
Location: Grand Terrace
6:30pm – 9:00pm
Let us welcome you to ISTA’s TransPack and TempPack Forum with a special evening of great food and virtual reality gaming fun! Together we’ll enjoy dinner, drinks, music, entertainment, friendship and the beautiful San Diego weather on Marriott’s Grand Terrace.
The welcome reception is free to registered attendees and guest tickets are made available for an additional cost of $90. Guests must be 18 years of age or older. Name badges are required.
TransPack and TempPack EXHIBITOR RECEPTION
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 21st
Grand Ballroom 7- 9
5:00pm – 7:30pm
Our Exhibitor program is devoted to meeting the packaging suppliers, equipment manufacturers, research institutes and laboratories on exhibit while enjoying an incredible spread of food and drinks.
The exhibitor reception is free to registered attendees and guest tickets are made available for an additional cost of $75. Guests must be 18 years of age or older. Name badges are required.
TransPack TRIVIA & NETWORKING SOCIAL EVENT
THURSDAY, MARCH 22nd
South Poolside
5:30pm – 7:30pm
Join us for a fun-filled evening of networking with Forum attendees in an interactive game of trivia. We’ll provide a cash bar along with (1) complimentary drink ticket and light snacks. You can choose to play along or watch the fun.