The Foundation of Flexographic Technical Association (FTA) is introducing a new series of\u00a0FTA Member Meetups\u00a0in 2026, designed to strengthen connections within the flexographic community, encourage peer-to-peer engagement, and provide opportunities for members to interact directly with FTA leadership and staff.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The meetups will take place once per quarter in different regions across the US, creating accessible opportunities for members to gather locally, exchange ideas, and stay connected with the evolving flexographic industry.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Each meetup will feature a unique format,\u00a0ranging from informal dinners and social gatherings to collaborative events and town hall-style discussions,\u00a0allowing FTA to explore new ways of engaging members while gathering feedback to inform future programming.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The first event in the series,\u00a0\u201cBreak Bread with FTA,\u201d\u00a0will take place in Southern California.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Break Bread with FTA\u00a0
Date:\u00a0Tuesday, March 31, 2025\u00a0
Time:\u00a07:00 p.m. CT\u00a0
Location:\u00a0La\u00a0Parolaccia\u00a0Osteria\u00a0
2945 E Broadway\u00a0
Long Beach, CA 90803\u00a0<\/p>\n
FTA members in the\u00a0Southern California\u00a0area are invited to join fellow flexographic professionals for an evening of great food and conversation. Hosted by FTA staff, the casual dinner meetup will\u00a0provide an opportunity\u00a0for attendees\u00a0to expand their professional networks, share ideas,\u00a0and engage\u00a0in\u00a0discussion\u00a0about the industry and FTA initiatives.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Attendance for the event is\u00a0free for both members and non-members, though registration is\u00a0required.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Additional\u00a0meetups planned for 2026 include:\u00a0<\/p>\n
June\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Dallas\u00a0\/ Fort Worth, Texas\u00a0<\/p>\n
September\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Chicago, Illinois\u00a0<\/p>\n
November\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Indianapolis, Indiana\u00a0<\/p>\n
These regional gatherings are intended to bring the flexographic community together in an informal environment where members can build relationships, exchange perspectives, and stay engaged with the work shaping the industry.\u00a0<\/p>\n
FTA encourages members and industry professionals in each region to attend and\u00a0participate\u00a0as the program expands throughout the year.\u00a0<\/p>\n