Tuesday, November 19
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Capitalizing on Capabilities to Support the Shifting Hygiene Industry
Developed countries are experiencing key demographic shifts, characterized by declining and aging populations. Concurrently, there is a growing shift towards sustainability in consumer products, such as period care and baby care, influenced by regulatory mandates, increased consumer awareness, and generational trends favoring eco-consciousness.
In response to these trends, Magnera is utilizing its expertise in spunlace, airlaid, and wetlaid technologies to offer sustainable solutions through its portfolio. This initiative ensures that every stage of the product lifecycle, from sourcing to end-of-life, aligns with sustainability goals while maintaining high technical performance. Magnera's commitment to innovation supports this transition towards more sustainable practices in the industry.
» Matt Kocian
Product Manager Director, Magnera
BIOGRAPHY
Matt Kocian is the Director of Product Management at Magnera, a global leader in Nonwovens, where he leads the product line team for the Healthcare, Wipes, and Specialties segments in North America. In his current role, Matt brings Magnera's vision and product strategy together with customer needs, driving new and innovative solutions to market, including the most recent launch of Endura™, a pre-consumer recycled content Nonwoven for Industrial applications. He has over 12 years of Nonwovens Industry experience, holding prior positions in product management, sales, and lean manufacturing at Fiberweb LLC, Polymer Group, Inc., and Magnera. He began his professional career in the field of Architecture, and has a Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture from the University of Minnesota, where he focused on sustainable design practices and storm water management.
