Women in Industry

The Women in Industry Division (WIN) works to see a competitive, diverse and dynamic industry that offers long-term, fulfilling careers where women and men work synergistically. The WIN committees work to provide easy access to a highly-valued portfolio of learning tools and networking opportunities to support personal growth and career development, and an industry with raised awareness and heightened appreciation for how the differences between women and men can lead to a more integrated, engaged, and successful workforce.

Division Chair: Maja Mejsner, Valmet
Vice Chair: Sarah Loner, Solenis, LLC
2^nd Vice Chair: Amanda Kernan, Valmet
Past Chair: Heather Jennings, Probiotic Solutions
Chair Emeritus: Pamela Cowan, Pulmac Systems International

Committees:
Benchmarking Committee Chair: Paula Hajakian, United States Gypsum Company
Celebrating Women Leaders Committee Chair: Rielle Walker, TRC Companies
Outreach Committee Chair: Heather Jennings, Probiotic Solutions
Girl Scouts Outreach Sub-Committee Chair: Beth Cormier, Sappi North America
Program Committee Chair: Sarah Dawkins, Solenis
Program Committee Vice Chair: Amanda Kernan, Valmet
Solutions & Strategies for Career Development & Engagement Committee Chair: Heather Starkey, Ingredion

Mission - Why are we here?
Inspire and support the development of women in the forest products, pulp, paper, tissue, packaging and associated industries by serving as a resource for education and networking opportunities, that result in more women leaders in the industry, fostering overall industry health. 

Vision - What is important to us? 
The Women in Industry will see:

• A competitive, diverse and dynamic industry that offers long-term, fulfilling careers where women and men work synergistically

• Easy access to a highly-valued portfolio of learning tools and networking opportunities to support personal growth and career development

• An industry with raised awareness and heightened appreciation for how the differences between women and men can lead to a more integrated, engaged, and successful workforce

Learn more about the Women in Industry Division by viewing this brief video.

The Committees of the Women in Industry Division work together to encourage

men and women to focus on women's issues, volunteer involvement, and developing women leaders in the workplace.

Each year, the Women in Industry Division is proud to provide several awards.

The TAPPI Women in Industry Division is proud to announce the return of TAPPI's Women's Summit! Open to women and men, the Summit addresses key topics prevalent and integral to working women today. All who support the growth of women in today’s workforce are welcome.

We are proud to provide TAPPI Connect as a centralized, online resource for our members, consultants, and volunteers to network, share knowledge, problem solve, and collaborate.

The Women in Industry Division is proud to offer several webinars designed around the mission and goals of the division.