IP exec headlines CPBIS series: distinguished lecture series.(International Paper)(Center for Paper Business and Industry Studies)(Richard Phillips)(Brief Article)

Official Board Markets, February, 2004

Richard Phillips of International Paper will speak at the Center for Paper Business and Industry Studies (CPBIS) Distinguished Lecture Series, The seminar will be given from 11a.m.-12:30 p.m. on Feb. 27. Phillips, senior vice president--technology for International Paper, will speak on "Imperatives for Manufacturing Success in the Paper Industry." "Emerging trends are challenging the U.S.

paper industry's global leadership in paper and board production," Phillips states. "The industry can revitalize itself though better trade policy, marketing, branding, enhanced cost competitiveness, and other strategies." His lecture will focus on the top 10 imperatives that he believes are vital for the industry to successfully compete against other media and...