More Than Packaging: A Story of Care and Connection
March 24, 2026

More Than Packaging: A Story of Care and Connection
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Main image: Isaiah poses with (left to right) Jordan Whitman, director of operations for the 顿蚕庐 franchise owners; David Gillespie, 顿蚕庐 franchise owner; Pete Terrio, Graphic Packaging senior sales manager; Emily Hund, Graphic Packaging sales representative; and Ashley Gillespie, 顿蚕庐 franchise owner.
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