Young professionals, this is your time: Join FINAT’s Young Professionals Network (YPN) in 2025!
The label industry is evolving rapidly, and the next generation of professionals is at the forefront of this transformation. Are you a young professional eager to grow, learn, and build valuable connections? Then FINAT’s Young Professionals Network (YPN) is the place to be!
What is YPN?
The Young Professionals Network (YPN) is FINAT’s dedicated platform for professionals up to 40 years old working in the label and packaging industry. It provides an easy and welcoming entry into the FINAT community, helping young professionals connect, share experiences, and navigate the industry’s challenges together.
Through interactive workshops, networking events, and knowledge-sharing sessions, YPN offers an opportunity to:
- Build and expand your professional network of valuable contacts in a friendly and supportive environment.
- Gain insights from industry experts and experienced professionals.
- Share challenges and best practices with like-minded peers.
- Develop new (leadership) skills that directly benefit your work and career.
Why you should join
Starting out in a specialized industry like labeling and packaging can feel overwhelming. YPN provides a supportive community where you can openly discuss the challenges you face as a young professional. Whether you are dealing with career growth, workplace dynamics, or industry trends, YPN is a safe space to exchange ideas and gain guidance.
More than just a networking platform, YPN is an accelerator for your professional journey. Many participants have gone on to take leadership roles within their companies and in the FINAT community itself. By joining YPN, you’ll gain access to exclusive events, industry insights, and a strong network that will help you navigate and advance in your career.
Why FINAT invests in Young Professionals
FINAT, as the leading international association for the European label industry, recognizes that the future of the industry depends on its ability to attract, engage, and empower young talent. By actively involving young professionals in the FINAT community, the association ensures a continuous flow of fresh ideas, innovative thinking, and long-term sustainability for the industry.
As FINAT President Philippe Voet stated: "Engaging the next generation of professionals is crucial to future-proofing the label industry. By providing young professionals with the right opportunities and support, we ensure a resilient and vibrant community for years to come."
Get involved today!
Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this dynamic and inspiring community. Whether you’re a young professional looking to make your mark in the label industry or a company eager to develop its future leaders, YPN is the perfect place to start. All young professionals at FINAT member companies can join the YPN.
In the first half of 2025, the YPN organizes an online training on practical life hacks to work smarter and save hours every week with accessible AI tools on 5 March 2025 and a live workshop on Creativity and Innovation in Amsterdam, right before the European Label Forum 2025 on 21 May.
➡ Sign up for upcoming YPN events and join the YPN community today!
Visit www.finat.com/about/ypn to learn more.
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