Labelexpo Europe 2023 announces The Dieline Forum

The organizers of Labelexpo Global Series have announced a new exclusive forum, ‘The Dieline Forum’ taking place on 11-12 September as part of Labelexpo Europe 2023 at Brussels Expo. 

Organized by Dieline, a global package design community, the two-day conference will bring together high-level industry experts, thought leaders and visionaries to explore the latest trends, innovations, and sustainable advancements shaping the future of packaging design.    

The Dieline Forum will provide a unique opportunity for participants to take part in live discussions, gain invaluable knowledge and develop meaningful connections with leading design professionals.   

The discussions will explore topics such as the branding strategies and practices that are targeted towards Gen Z and Millennials to how brands are tapping into the power of sustainability. Keynote speakers already include Jemma Wong of PlasticFree.com, Andreu Gadea of Lavernia & Cienfuegos, Jonas Andersson of Brand Union Stockholm, Jo Tulej of Mother Design, Matt Lurcock from Turner Duckworth, Brandi Parker of Here Design with more to be announced.  

Andreu Gadea, industrial designer at Lavernia & Cienfuegos commented: ‘It’s an honor to be able to participate by giving a conference at Labelexpo Europe 2023, as it is a world reference event in the packaging industry, attended by the best professionals with the latest innovations. To go hand in hand with the Dieline, one of the most prestigious organizations in the design industry, is a great pride for us.’  

Continued Gadea: ‘We will talk about one of the latest projects we have worked on and that has just been released, including the packaging for the new cosmetic line of Ecoalf, a Spanish fashion brand that is an international benchmark in the search for environmentally sustainable materials and processes.’  

Also commented, Jo Tulej, creative director at Mother Design, London: ‘I’m really looking forward to taking part in Dieline’s Forum at this year’s Labelexpo Europe in Brussels. I’ll be talking about how design plays an integral part in driving sustainable innovation and consumer adoption, referencing our recent work for period care brand Cora, which won rebrand of the year at this year’s Dieline awards.’  

Brandi Parker, sustainability consultant at Here Design, London said: ‘Which is more sustainable: existential dread or joyful imagination? We have an opportunity right now to change our collective mindsets and own our optimism. We are so excited to share ways to do just that and to help everyone notice the good already happening around them at this year's Dieline Forum at Labelexpo Europe 2023.’ 

Andrew Gibbs, Dieline founder commented: ‘We are so excited to be back in Europe and can’t think of a better partner than Labelexpo Europe. We are looking forward to seeing our European friends in Brussels for an incredible event with a slate of speakers touching on sustainable innovation and some of the best studio and agency work in the industry today. You can’t afford to miss this one.’  

Jade Grace, managing director, Labelexpo Global Series said: ‘We are delighted to be partnering with Dieline to offer this two-day conference, which is a brand-new feature for this year’s Labelexpo Europe. Sustainability is making a lasting impact in the market and how consumers are interacting with brands.  

‘With such a fantastic line-up of speakers, the Dieline Forum will be filled with thought provoking and engaging discussions on how you can get into the psyche of the Gen Z and Millennial consumer and learn how making your brand sustainable will give you the edge.’  

Dieline member rate tickets cost EUR 200 (USD 218.91), brand owner rate tickets cost EUR 350 (USD 383.09) and printer/ converter rate tickets cost EUR 900 (USD 985.09). To register for the Dieline Forum, visit here. 

As places are limited, attendees are strongly encouraged to book as soon as possible.