Future Leaders programme
Highlighting the best young talents in packaging
In 2025, the future of packaging will be driven by young, creative, and ambitious talents.
Just like these young innovators who are redefining the rules, Paris Packaging Week is proud to launch the second edition of the Future Leaders program.
This program is not just about rewarding brilliant ideas. It is a true platform to propel emerging talents and offer a stage for visionaries who will transform the packaging landscape. Whether through revolutionary design solutions, sustainable technologies, or concepts that redefine consumer experiences, the young leaders of tomorrow have the potential to change the rules of the game.
Meet the class of 2025
Why you should be involved
Future Leaders will have the chance to build their network among today’s industry leaders and help shape the future of both Paris Packaging Week and the industry.
As a Future Leader, you will:
- be part of a special Future Leaders advisory board to help shape the conference programme and future development of Paris Packaging Week;
- meet and network with today’s industry leaders and influencers at Paris Packaging Week 2025 and at other special events;
- influence the debate on key industry topics by contributing to Paris Packaging Week and our channels such as newsletters, webinars, social media, podcasts and more;
- be recognised as an emerging young talent – whether you work in design, packaging innovation or at a supplier.
- be mentored by our previous Future Leaders of 2024
What we're looking for
Nominees for the Future Leaders programme:
- must be born on or after 1 January 1994
- must work within the beauty, drinks, aerosol and luxury packaging industries
- must have a role related to packaging – the programme is open to anyone in the packaging supply chain, from packaging developers and innovators to designers, brand managers, buyers, marketers, entrepreneurs and people working for packaging suppliers
- this is an international competition and is open to anyone worldwide
- can nominate themselves or be nominated by someone else
Key information before you start
- Nominee’s must be 30 years old or under.
- Timing – Nominations are open until 9 August. The selected talents will be announced in autumn.
- Cost – Free.
- Selection criteria – The judges and the Paris Packaging Week team will carefully evaluate all nominations. Nominees will be assessed based on their achievements, skills and ambition to further succeed in the packaging industry.
- Confidentiality – All applications are kept confidential and will only be shared within the judges and Paris Packaging Week team.
- Word limit – Nominations are limited to a maximum of 250 words per question.
Selection panel
Gerald Martines, Founder, IN • SIGNES
Founder, IN • SIGNES
Gérald founded IN • SIGNES to provide companies in the world of beauty and luxury with a rich experience of innovation and business development, nourished by 30 years + practice in marketing, R&D and general management, in several international groups including RPC, Rexam and Pochet.
Emmanuelle Bonardi
Operations Director, Amore Pacific EMEA
Emmanuelle has over 30 years’ experience in the cosmetics industry and packaging suppliers. She has a 360° vision of the beauty industry and works on brand and product management with a wide range of business specialties. She is passionate about design, innovation and philosophy.
Thierry De Baschmakoff
Founder, Agence De Baschmakoff
Frequently asked questions
Nominee’s must be under the age of 30. Anyone born on or after 1 January 1994 who is currently working within the beauty, drinks, aerosol and luxury packaging industries. It’s open to packaging developers, technologists, designers, marketers and research developers who work for design agencies, brand owners, and packaging suppliers.
Entries are now open. Successful nominations will be contacted, and announced in autumn. You can complete the form here.
No, participation is completely FREE.
One entry will take approximately 20 minutes.
Our judges and the Paris Packaging Week team will carefully evaluate all entries. Nominees will be assessed based on their achievements, reputation, skills and ambition to further succeed in the packaging industry.
The members part of the Future Leaders programme will be announced in autumn.
Recognition and exposure online to over 30,000 experts in the global packaging community:
- Announcement of your participation in the programme on a dedicated page on our website, in our newsletter, and on social media platforms
- The content team at Paris Packaging Week will ask for (and not limited to), full profiles, video interviews, case studies, and podcast sessions
At Paris Packaging Week 2025:
- Become an ambassador of Paris Packaging Week and receive VIP tickets to Paris Packaging Week 2025
- Help shape the content programme for Paris Packaging Week 2025 (for example, hosting a panel)
We’re here to help you with any questions you may have in regards to entering the Future Leaders programme. Please feel free to contact any team member listed below.
Contact us
Josh Brooks
Co-Event Director
josh.brooks@easyfairs.com
+33 (0)1 40 22 72 72
Christelle Anya
Content & Community Director
christelle.anya@easyfairs.com
+33 (0)1 40 22 72 76
