Performance Plastics Podcast

IAPD

Join IAPD and special guests as they discuss the performance plastics industry and its various applications.

  1. Building a Lasting Career in Performance Plastics

    05/23/2023

    Building a Lasting Career in Performance Plastics

    From landing the job to climbing the company ladder,  the journey to a successful plastics career may not be what you expect. Join us for this month's Performance Plastics podcast while we chat with Calvin Petersen, general manager at Nylatech, Inc., for inside insights into a nearly 30-year career in Performance Plastics.

    21 min
  2. Evaluating Core Values for Long-Term Retention Strategy

    03/27/2023

    Evaluating Core Values for Long-Term Retention Strategy

    People want to be a part of a bigger purpose. What is that for your company? Join us on this month of the Performance Plastics podcast while we chat with Chad Gono, CEO of Regal Plastics, to gain insights on how to leverage your company's core values to drive top talent attraction and retention.

    34 min
  3. Leveling Up: The Introduction to Plastics Live Training

    01/27/2023

    Leveling Up: The Introduction to Plastics Live Training

    In the latest episode of the Performance Plastics Podcast, we are joined by Applications and Standards Engineer, Alex Peters from Arkema. Peters shares her "one-in-a-career" experience at the 2022 Fall IAPD Introduction to Plastics Live Training, being a member of the IAPD GenerationNext Advisory Board and being a young professional in the performance plastics industry.

    15 min
  4. Self-Advocacy in the Workplace with Sherry Steele and Laura Betz of Piedmont Plastics

    12/01/2022

    Self-Advocacy in the Workplace with Sherry Steele and Laura Betz of Piedmont Plastics

    Self-advocacy in the workplace is crucial when having conversations about taking on more responsibilities at work or leveling up for a promotion. Discover how to advocate for yourself in the workplace and gain insights and advice from two women well-versed in the performance plastics industry. Both Sherry Steele and Laura Betz have worked several different positions in the performance plastics industry and have stories and advice to share about their career paths. Previously featured on the IAPD GenerationNext Career Path Forum, Steele and Betz bring an honest and supportive perspective to help those learning to advocate for themselves in the workplace to take the next steps in their plastics career paths.

    20 min
  5. Career Path Advice with New IAPD Board of Directors Member, Chris Corona, CartierWilson LLC

    11/08/2022

    Career Path Advice with New IAPD Board of Directors Member, Chris Corona, CartierWilson LLC

    Want to learn about the industry from the perspective of a successful manufacturer's representative? Listen now to hear about the successful career of Chris Corona, CartierWilson LLC. You'll hear stories of just getting started in the industry, and how IAPD can be a great influence on your networking value.  Corona is one of five new members to the post following the 2022 IAPD Annual Convention in Tampa, FL, USA this past September. Corona is the principal at CartierWilson, LLC and the board liaison to the IAPD Education Committee. Corona is a highly experienced sales representative with skills in market research, account management and marketing. Today’s chat will give you some insight into his career and his journey to his new leadership position as a new member of the board of directors here at IAPD. Without further ado, enjoy some career insight from Chris Corona.

    28 min
  6. Women in Performance Plastics: Sales, Career Advice and How to Stand Out

    09/01/2022

    Women in Performance Plastics: Sales, Career Advice and How to Stand Out

    In this episode we hear from General Manager at Polymershapes, Sher'ron Underwood and Recruitment Specialist at Polymershapes, Ellen Whitecavage.  This episode is a conversation between one early and one seasoned professional in the performance plastics industry. This episode dives into the questions we often ask our mentors: How did you find yourself in the performance plastics industry? How do I differentiate myself from the others and elevate my career?  Join in on the conversation on our social media channels:  LinkedInTwitterTikTok

    22 min
  7. Investigación, Producción y Desarrollo Profesional

    08/04/2022

    Investigación, Producción y Desarrollo Profesional

    English title: Research, Production and Career Development English Description: Join us for the first all-Spanish Performance Plastics Podcast episode where we hear about career development and how IAPD University resources can elevate your knowledge.  Efrén Carrillo Lara works in production and focuses on research and development polyamide for Tipsa Plastics. Jesus Montemayor is a general sales manager for Tipsa Plastics and focuses on sales, administration and team building. Español description: Únase a nosotros para el primer episodio de podcast de plásticos de rendimiento en español donde escuchamos sobre el desarrollo profesional y cómo los recursos de IAPD University pueden elevar su conocimiento.  Efrén Carrillo Lara trabaja en producción y se enfoca en investigación y desarrollo de poliamida para Tipsa Plastics. Jesús Montemayor es gerente general de ventas de Tipsa Plastics y se enfoca en ventas, administración y formación de equipos.

    28 min
  8. Introducing IAPD's Vice President Peter DelGado

    07/13/2022

    Introducing IAPD's Vice President Peter DelGado

    Listen to the latest episode of the Performance Plastics Podcast: Introducing IAPD's Vice President, Peter DelGado to hear from a performance plastics industry leader about his career in performance plastics, insight from his 30 years in the industry and just a little bit of rock 'n roll.  Starting in inside sales with Curbell Plastics Inc. more than 30 years ago, DelGado is a nationally recognized leader in the performance plastics industry in his role as the senior director of sales and customer service. He has devoted his entire career to helping commercial and industrial buyers of high-performance plastic materials solve complex application challenges, increase design and production efficiencies and build strong relationships with Curbell Plastics Inc. as their plastics distributor. In 2018, IAPD awarded him the Pacesetter Award to recognize DelGado's extraordinary impact on the IAPD membership experience. DelGado is the Chair of the IAPD Membership Committee and has played key roles in various committees and task forces.

    24 min
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Join IAPD and special guests as they discuss the performance plastics industry and its various applications.

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  • Creator
    IAPD
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2023
  • Episodes
    17
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Performance Plastics Podcast
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