How to Fix Failing Tape: 3M's Julianne Strunk & Kelsey LaCoursiere

In this episode, Cory Connors welcomes back Julianne Strunk and introduces Kelsey LaCoursiere as they discuss 3M's latest packaging innovations and their upcoming PACK EXPO International booth in Chicago. Julianne shares a career update, including her recent move into a marketing management role overseeing all of 3M packaging in North America, as well as personal news that she's expecting her second child. Kelsey steps into the spotlight as the new owner of 3M's Matic case sealer and sustainable packaging portfolio. The conversation dives into why tape adhesion is becoming more challenging as recycled and alternative fiber content (like eucalyptus) increases in corrugate, along with emerging trends in carry handles, recycling stream considerations, and where 3M sees sustainable packaging headed over the next five to ten years. Resources Mentioned: 3M Packaging https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/packaging... 3M Box Sealing Equipment https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/packaging... 3M Primary Packaging https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/packaging... PACK EXPO International, Chicago, 2026 https://www.packexpointernational.com/ Contact: To connect with 3M's packaging team directly, reach out through their support page. https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/packaging... To find 3M at PACK EXPO International 2026 in Chicago, check the exhibitor directory and plan your visit here. https://www.packexpointernational.com... Follow us on social: https://linktr.ee/SustainablePackagin... Support our Sponsors Learn more here: 3M https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/packaging... Specright https://www.specright.com/ Forest https://www.forest-pkg.com/