May 23-25, 2017Hilton Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center • Oak Brook, IL USA

& Scholarship Golf Outing

IMDA ANNUAL CONFERENCE

Technology • Marketing • Networking • Environmental

Equipment • Services • Inspection • Motivational

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Innovation and Technology Innovation & Technology are the lifeblood of the future for metal packaging. While the industry is mature in nature, there will always be a need to streamline production techniques, modernize equipment, and react to the branding requirements as the world evolves. And yes, we can be proactive by creating new packaging and metal decorated products that will drive the markets. The IMDA recognizes this need to stay abreast and subsequently assembles an agenda of speakers who represent contemporary thinking and are experts in their respective fields. This year’s 2017 Conference presents such an agenda. Our Annual Conference is being held once again at the Hilton Oak Brook Hills Resort and Conference Center which is a facility with high quality meeting space. As compared to last year’s meeting, we are expanding our meeting space utilization due to the added Exhibit Attendance and to maintain a comfortable environment where we can present an agenda packed with insight, information and tools you can use. In keeping with tradition, we continue to use Hotel facilities which include an onsite golf course which enables us to host the Annual Scholarship Golf Outing and Banquet all in one location. We are pleased to announce that our Wednesday morning Keynote Speaker for the Conference is Dr. Daniel Abramowicz, Chief Technology Officer for Crown Holdings. Dr. Abramowicz will be discussing Innovation and Packaging Technology developments for our industry. Joining the opening presentations will be Debbie Jones of Deutsche Bank who will provide us with their financial perspective on our industry. Both will provide insight into our metal packaging industry; the one which continues to embrace the constant and adjusts to that which is different. With our continued focus on bringing you the latest from the Packaging Education sector, we are pleased that Dr. Susan Selke, Director of Michigan State University’s School of Packaging will be presenting on their school’s latest developments.Rounding out our morning opening session, our Motivational Speaker, Haydn Shaw, will provide a lively presentation on “Generations in the Workforce,” one of the hottest topics for companies to be cognizant of. As is customary, we will hold our Awards Luncheon on Wednesday to honor our Member of the Year, Decorators of the Year and Excellence in Quality award winners. We will also award our 2017 scholarships to IMDA family students at this luncheon. Our afternoon will feature the Breakout session format for the Flat Sheet and Two Piece segments. The breakouts will include presentations on innovation and technical knowhow to enhance your skills. Our well attended and expanded Sponsored Exhibition will complete the day with hospitality and tabletop exhibits second to none. Incidentally, potential Exhibitors will find the form to reserve your table enclosed. And to the Conference Sponsors, we extend a hearty Thank You for supporting our efforts to host a high quality Conference for the industry. We are pleased to have Ken Adams from Coca-Cola as our Thursday morning’s Keynote Speaker. The remainder of Thursday’s agenda will concentrate on curing methods, new coating materials, regulatory developments, and inspection technology.Our planning sessions have been engaging and the results thus far are on target with providing education on metal decorating and metal packaging to keep us current in the marketplace. Register now and join the more than 300 metal packaging personnel who are attending the premier event of the year! We hope to see you in May.

2017 Annual Conference & Scholarship Golf OutingTuesday, May 23 – Thursday, May 25, 2017

Sincerely, Your IMDA Conference Committee

5:00 pm – 7:00 pm: Exhibitions & Hospitality

Evening Open

Thursday, May 25 - Conference7:00 am – 8:30 am: Continental Breakfast8:30 am – 12 Noon: General Session12 Noon – 1 pm: Luncheon & Networking

Tuesday, May 23 - Golf Outing7:00 am: Tee Time 12:30 pm: Tee Time5:30 pm: Hospitality 7:00 pm: Dinner

Wednesday, May 24 - Conference7:00 am – 8:30 am: Registration & Breakfast8:00 am – 8:30 am: Annual Membership Meeting9:00 am – 12 Noon: General Session12 Noon – 1:15 pm: Awards Luncheon1:30 pm – 5:00 pm: Technical Session

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AT A GLANCE

Dr. Dan AbramowiczCTO, Crown Holdings

Dr. Abramowicz has global responsibility for technology development across Crown (an $8.47B metal packaging company). Innovations include new product design, process improvements, material developments, engineering, process monitoring, database management, standard setting and cost reductions across the breadth of Crown’s packaging products (food cans and ends; beverage cans and ends; aerosol containers; metal vacuum closures; specialty packaging; and packaging equipment). In addition, Dr. Abramowicz heads Crown’s Environment, Health and Safety Organization and Crown’s Sustainability Initiative. Dr. Abramowicz is a graduate of Princeton University and serves on numerous Boards of several institutes.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Haydn Shaw“Generations”

Haydn Shaw is a leading expert on the multiple generations, leadership, change management, personal productivity, and trust.

He is the author of “Sticking Points: How to Get 4 Generations Working Together in the 12 Places They Come Apart” and Franklin Covey’s bestselling workshops “Leading Across Generations” and “Working Across Generations”. He also writes on generations and leadership for the Huffington Post.

TIME wrote, “Shaw is an expert on cultural differences at the office.” He has spoken to over 100,000 people and worked with more than 1,500 businesses (from Fortune 500 companies to start ups), not-for-profit organizations, and governmental agencies. He speaks and consults in excess of 160 days each year to clients who consistently invite him back.

Hailed as a “leadership guru” by the Washington Post, Haydn Shaw has delivered hundreds of convention keynotes or intimate off-sites. Known for taking groups from hilarity to deep reflection, he combines rich content with use-tomorrow tools. His presentations make an impact because he does his homework, designing each one for your unique needs. Having worked with hundreds of organizations, Haydn connects with virtually any group in any industry, and brings practical and inspiring examples from the boardroom and the front line.

MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER

Innovation and TechnologyWednesday, May 24th7:00 am – 9:00 am REGISTRATION AND CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST8:00 am – 8:30 am ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING This is our annual meeting of the membership and for new members.

8:45 am – 9:00 am PRESIDENT’S OPENING REMARKS Art Hurley, IMDA President

9:00 am – 12 Noon GENERAL SESSION

CONFERENCE AGENDA2017

KEYNOTE PRESENTATION It’s Time for Digital Printing on Metal Packaging Dr. Dan Abramowicz, CTO, Crown Holdings

Financial Presentation Debbie Jones, Deutsche Bank

Packaging Studies Dr. Susan Selke, Director of Michigan State University School of Packaging

MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER Generations in the Workplace Hayden Shaw

12:00 noon – 1:15 pm AWARDS LUNCHEON Scholarships, Member of the Year, Decorators of the Year & Excellence in Quality – We will continue our recognition program this year as in the past. We will recognize our Scholarship Recipients, the 2017 Member of the Year, our Decorators of the Year, and the Excellence in Quality award recipients during our awards luncheon.

1:30 pm – 5:00 pm BREAKOUT SESSIONS Flat Sheet UV Developments TBD, Miltec UV

Equipment Choices Lee Milazzo, Perm Machine Vision Systems Jerry Napier, ISRA Surface Vision

A Total Look at Digital Mark Hanley, I.T. Strategies

Plate Washers and More TBD, Fuji

Two Piece Wine In Cans TBD Color Perfection: Streamline Your Color from Concept to Can Sarah Jacks, Project Specialist, INX International Resealable Ends Kevin Nordquist, Xolution

Platemaking Brian Cummins, Hell Direct; TBD, SGS Questions and Answers

5:00 pm – 7:00 pm TABLETOP EXHIBITS & SPONSOR HOSTED HOSPITALITY Featuring Prize Drawing Giveaways Evening is Open

Thursday, May 25th7:00 am – 9:00 am CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST & NETWORKING

8:30 am – 9:15 am GENERAL SESSION KEYNOTE PRESENTATION Ken Adams, The Coca-Cola Company

Our Outing continues to support a most worthy cause. The proceeds from the outing are used to fund our IMDA Scholarship Fund. These funds are awarded to our members’ children and grandchildren who will continue their pursuit of learning at the college level.

Golfers will enjoy the camaraderie and sportsmanship of fellow metal decorators as they play on the Willow Crest golf course. Upon completion of the play, we will host our ever-popular banquet that evening. This event has been a fun-filled and enjoyable evening for many attendees over the years. During the banquet we will recognize the achievements of the day’s golfers and recognition is given on many fronts. The banquet is also open to those who choose not to play golf and want to share in the festivities and fellowship of the other industry members. To register and find more details go to:

www.metaldecorators.organd click on the golf outing logo.

IMDA Memorial Scholarship Golf Outing & Banquet

Tuesday, May 23, 2017Hilton Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center

Oak Brook, IL

Hotel Reservation RequestHilton Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center

3500 Midwest Road • Oak Brook, IL 60523www.oakbrookhillsresort.com

A block of rooms have been reserved for our conference. The special room rate of $163.00 plus tax per night will be available until April 30th or until the group block is sold-out, whichever comes first. In the past we have experienced a fully booked conference. We ask that you only reserve the amount of rooms you intend to use so we have rooms for all of our attendees on site. If you have reserved rooms and do not need them, please cancel to make rooms available.

REGISTER ONLINEGo to our website: metaldecorators.org • Click on the Events icon, and select “Hotel Reservations”.

You will be directed to our IMDA Hilton Hotel website where you will be able to reserve your room.

You can also call the hotel to make reservations: 1-800-HILTONS • 630-850-5555Be sure to mention code IMDA17 to receive the special rate of $163.00 + tax.

Reservations cut off date is April 30th.

UV LED Technology Update David Harbourne, Radtech

Regulatory Presentation Tom Mallen, Valspar

Coating Developments Jan Weernink, DOW, Global Business Director – Metal Packaging

Latest Inspection Technology – For Up and Down Can Lines Michael Coy, Pressco Technologies

12 Noon – 1:00 pm LUNCHEON & RAFFLE PRIZE DRAWINGS

NOTE: Sponsorship does not include Conference Registration Fees. Attendees must register for the Conference.Display registrants must also register for the Conference.

Sponsorship and Exhibitor fees must be paid by May 12, 2017 to be included in all onsite promotional materials.

www.metaldecorators.org

2017 Sponsorship – $1.000.00 Show your dedication to the industry, promote your company and get your name in front of 300+ metal packaging attendees during the IMDA 2017 Annual Conference.

Sponsorship Includes:1. Complimentary tabletop display during Sponsor Hosted Hospitality Event. $350.00 Value

2. Logo placement/hyperlink on IMDA $750.00 Value website for 1 year.

3. Free listing in Resource Directory. $100.00 Value

4. On-site company recognition throughout hotel conference center via signs and banners.

5. Free listing in Sponsor & Exhibitor Prospectus booklet.

6. Recognition by industry peers with special attendee badge.

$1,000 fee contributes to motivational speaker, conference giveaways, speaker gifts, exhibitor hospitality, promotional signage and other promotional costs incurred.

Product Display ExhibitsThe Annual Tabletop Display Sponsor Hosted Hospitality Event will take place at the conclusion of Wednesday’s general session. Displays will be set up in one large ballroom at the Hilton Oak Brook Hills Resort. During the Hospitality Event, refreshments and heavy hors d’oeurves will be served. Prizes will be awarded to those in attendance.

Guidelines:1. The Display and Sponsor Hosted Hospitality Event will be held on Wednesday, May 24th.

2. The Exhibit fee is $350.00 USD. Electrical services are available upon request for an additional $50.00. The Exhibit fee is waived for those who have signed up for Conference Sponsorship.

3. Display space must be requested in advance by April 30th. Tables will be available on a 1st come basis.

4. Display areas will be limited to 30” x 72” of table space.

5. Display set-up will take place on Wednesday after the luncheon.

6. Information for display set-up will be forthcoming.

* Please complete the enclosed information form for the exhibit program to be distributed at the conference. For those attending the conference, please complete the enclosed conference registration form.

Please return this form to: IMDA • 9574 Deereco Road, Timonium, MD 21093, USA • Fax: 410-628-8079 • Email: info@metaldecorators.org

Sponsor: Yes No $1,000 – Includes FREE Exhibit Table. Please reserve a table at no cost. Add electric at $50 additional.

Exhibitor: Yes No # Tables: $350.00 per table without electric $400.00 per table includes electric

Special needs (electrical for $50.00 additional):

Name: Company:

Phone: Email:

Enclosed is a check # in the amount of $ USD, payable to the International Metal Decorators Association

Please charge my credit card $ USD

American Express Visa Master Card Cardholder Name:

Card Number: Expiration Date:

Signature:

PRODUCT SPONSORSHIP & DISPLAY REGISTRATIONMay 24-25, 2017

Hilton Oak Brook Hills Resort • Oak Brook, IL USAPromote Your Company • Showcase Your Technology

Networking Opportunities • Prizes Awarded

2017 ANNUAL IMDA CONFERENCE

$1,200 Value

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We will have a good representation of industry companies exhibiting. Our tabletop exhibition will be held during our Hosted Hospitality Session on Wednesday afternoon upon completion of our sessions. The following companies will be sharing their products and services. If your company wants to participate in our exhibition, please submit the enclosed form, or contact info@metaldecorators.org. Once again, you can also download a form from our website: metaldecorators.org. Act quickly! We will be sold out again this year.

As of this mailing the following companies have signed up for Conference Sponsorship and the IMDA is most grateful for their generous support. If your company wishes to join the ranks of those listed below, please submit the enclosed form or contact info@metaldecorators.org. You can also download a form from our website: metaldecorators.org.

AkzoNobel Packaging CoatingsAnderson Vreeland

Anguil Environmental Systems, Inc.Applied Vision

Boettcher SystemsBunting MagneticsCanmaking News

CanTech InternationalCarey Color Inc.Coral Chemical

Crown Cork & SealDS Containers

DYC Supply

ACTEGA Coatings and SealantsAnderson Vreeland

Anguil Environmental Systems, Inc.Apex Tools

Applied VisionBabcock & Wilcox Megtec

Belvac Production MachineryBoettcher SystemsBunting MagneticsCanmaking News

Canned Water 4 KidsCanTech International

Carey Color Inc.Colorcon-No-Tox Products

Coral ChemicalDantex RBCor

Finzer RollerFisher Products

GED Integrated SolutionsHell Direct Laser

Heraeus Noblelight Fusion UVIntercan Group Ltd.

INX International Ink Co.JAX Inc. & Xact Fluid Solutions

JL ClarkJM Travis Ltd.

KBA-MetalPrint GmbHMiltec UV

Nordson Corporation

DYC SupplyEpic Products International

Finzer RollerFisher Products

GED Integrated SolutionsHeattek Inc.

Hell Direct LaserHeraeus Noblelight Fusion UV

IMDAIntercan Group Ltd.

International Thermal SystemsINX International Ink Co.

ISRA Surface VisionJAX Inc. & Xact Fluid Solutions

JM Travis Ltd.KBA-MetalPrint GmbH

CONFERENCE SPONSORS

EXHIBITORS

Perm Machine & Tool CompanyPPG Packaging Coatings

Rollercoat IndustriesSencon

Southern Graphic SystemsSpecMetrix Systems (Sensory Analytics)

Stolle Machinery CompanySun Chemical

T.D. Wright Inc.The CanmakerThe Ohio Art

Toray internationalWatson Standard

KMP Co. Ltd.Measurecolor, Inc.

Miltec UVNordson Corporation

Perm Machine & Tool CompanyRollercoat Industries

SenconSpecMetrix Systems (Sensory Analytics)

Stolle Machinery CompanySun Chemical

T.D. Wright Inc.The CanmakerThe Ohio Art

Watson Standard

During Wednesday’s Awards Luncheon the best of the best will be put up on the big screen for all to view and acknowledge the winners’ exemplary metal decorating. Your world-class decorating will be presented to a panel of judges who select the Best of Category and Award of Excellence entries for 8 categories. From all of the Best of Category winners they will select the Grand Award for the best decorating for the year.

INTERNATIONAL METAL DECORATORS ASSOCIATION9574 Deereco Road • Timonium, MD 21093 USA

Tel: 410-252-5205 • Fax: 410-628-8079E-mail: info@metaldecorators.org www.metaldecorators.org

Bill Hoyle, Chair Hoyle ConsultingRandy Apperson Finzer RollerBob Blandford Miltec UVSteve Carter Crown Cork & SealJohn Clark Hereaus NoblelightSam Courtney VN GraphicsTim Duca Ball CorporationCraig Eberts IMDA HonoraryPaul Fennessy Crown Cork & SealJoe Finan INX International Ink Co.Mark Finch SilganJohn Friedman Northern Container

Gene Furey IMDA HonoraryBill Graue IMDA HonoraryJohn Greenwald IMDA HonoraryNick Hammer Ardagh GroupJanelle Harris IMDA Past PresidentKyle Hurla INX International Ink Co.Art Hurley Silgan ClosuresThor Johdahl Viking ChemicalJack Knight INX International Ink Co.Sue Kutay KodakJames Lore Watson StandardCarl Martel Coral Chemical

Mike Masenior AmeriproKen Matyska IMDA HonoraryMark Novotny Nordson CorporationRenee Schouten INX International Ink Co.Philip Shaughnessy Crown Cork & SealGary Silke IMDA HonorarySteve Steerman Ball CorporationMark Von Bokel SGS InternationalMike Wilks Bunting MagneticsMike Yavorski Valspar Corporation

We are thankful for our generous Sponsors for this year's 2017 Showcase

Gold LevelCSM-FAB • Environmental Services & Technologies

INX International Ink Co. • Perm Machine & Tool • Watson Standard

Silver LevelChromatic Technologies, Inc. • PPG Packaging Coatings

Bronze LevelSGS International • Sun Chemical

EXCELLENCE IN QUALITY COMPETITION

The IMDA supports the recognition of the craftsmanship displayed by those who are active in the decoration of metal products. Our industry is fortunate to have many individuals who have demonstrated a performance level worthy of recognition by their peers. Companies are afforded the opportunity to recognize those individuals who have displayed exemplary craftsmanship while carrying out their duties operating or maintaining metal decorating equipment. We encourage managers to submit applications for those who meet the IMDA’s criteria to be considered for such recognition. Our judged winners will be known as our Decorators of the Year, 2017. We have mailed out entry forms earlier to decorating company personnel. You can also obtain an entry form from our website: metaldecorators.org. Please enter the Events section and then navigate to the Decorators of the Year form. All nominees will be given a complimentary registration to the conference and will be recognized during Wednesday’s Awards Luncheon.

DECORATORS OF THE YEAR

2017 COMMITTEE MEMBERS