TAPPI/AICC Announce Cris Carter to Keynote at SuperCorrExpo® 2024

ATLANTA (July 9, 2024) – TAPPI and AICC, co-producers of the mega corrugated event SuperCorrExpo® 2024, have announced Cris Carter will be a keynote speaker at the corrugated industry’s quadrennial event taking place September 8-12, 2024 in Orlando, FL.

Cris Carter is a Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver renowned for his outstanding NFL career and impactful broadcasting presence. Over his sixteen seasons (1987-2002) with the Philadelphia Eagles, Minnesota Vikings, and Miami Dolphins, Carter was named to eight Pro Bowls and twice earned first-team All-Pro honors. He starred at Ohio State in college, becoming a consensus All-American after his junior season.

Upon retiring, Carter transitioned into broadcasting, where he served as a studio analyst for HBO’s Inside the NFL (2002-2007) and ESPN’s Sunday NFL Countdown and Monday Night Countdown (2008-2016). He was a regular co-host on ESPN’s Mike and Mike, and provided expert analysis on ESPN’s Super Bowl and NFL Draft coverage. Most recently, Carter co-hosted Fox Sports 1’s daily morning show, First Things First, where he debated the hottest sports topics.

In 2013, Carter authored "Going Deep," a book examining the evolution of the wide receiver position. A sought-after public speaker, Carter addresses leadership, teamwork, and overcoming adversity, drawing from his personal battle with addiction and recovery journey. His motivational talks have inspired audiences worldwide.

Carter is joining a distinguished group set to keynote at SuperCorrExpo®, including New York Times Bestselling Author Shawn DuBravac and Jake Hall, known for his industry-leading platform The Manufacturing Millennial. “We are honored for Cris Carter to join us at SuperCorrExpo®,” said TAPPI CEO and President Larry N. Montague. “His journey of resilience and success is sure to inspire and energize our attendees.”

SuperCorrExpo® 2024 takes place at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. Considered one of the most influential corrugated packaging-focused trade shows in the Western Hemisphere, SuperCorrExpo® brings together more than 6,000 producers and suppliers from over 70 countries. A record number of representatives from corrugated manufacturers from around the world are expected to attend in 2024.

"SuperCorrExpo® 2024 is on track to be a must visit event." said AICC President Michael D'Angelo. "With an exceptional lineup of speakers and exhibitors from around the globe, we are eagerly anticipating robust learning opportunities, exciting networking and unparalleled prospects for growth."

For more information on SuperCorrExpo®, visit the website for the latest updates on speakers, sessions and registration.

About TAPPI

TAPPI is the leading association for the worldwide paper, packaging, tissue and converting industries and publisher of Paper360°Magazine featuring CorrFocus, Tissue360° Magazine and TAPPI Journal. Through information exchange, events, trusted content and networking opportunities, TAPPI helps members elevate their performance by providing solutions that lead to better, faster and more cost-effective ways of doing business. For more information, visit TAPPI’s website.

About AICC

AICC, the Independent Packaging Association represents the independent North American manufacturers of corrugated, folding carton and rigid box packaging products and the suppliers to the industry. AICC offers a number of services to its members, including national and regional meetings, industry information and specific training programs for industry professionals. For more information, visit AICC’s website.