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Volunteer Spotlight - James Banister
Volunteer Spotlight - James Banister

James Banister, Bobst North America How long have you been in the industry? I've been in the industry since 1993. Why did you get involved with IADD? I got involved with IADD in 2000 and wrote my first technical article for The Cutting Edge magazine which was published sometime in December... Continue Reading

Date posted07/24/2025


Volunteer Spotlight - Sandy Arnold
Volunteer Spotlight - Sandy Arnold

Sandy Arnold, Millennium Die Group How long have you been in the industry? I have about 7 years in the industry. Why did you get involved with IADD? I got involved with the IADD because I find the industry genuinely fascinating, and wanted to learn more and contribute while staying engaged with... Continue Reading

Date posted07/23/2025


Volunteer Spotlight - Ronniel Martinez
Volunteer Spotlight - Ronniel Martinez

Ronniel Martinez, Supreme Steel Rule Dies How long have you been working in the industry? I am a Mechanical Engineer with a background in machine design, but I’ve been involved in the diemaking and packaging industry for approximately 6 years. I’ve been running Supreme Steel Rule... Continue Reading

Date posted07/21/2025


President's Column - August 2025
President's Column - August 2025

I’ve always liked trade shows. Sure, there’s plenty to grumble about, and I certainly do. The time, the cost, the planning, the hours on your feet in a booth, but I still enjoy them. I really do... Continue Reading

Date posted07/17/2025


Volunteer Spotlight - Patrick Quinlan
Volunteer Spotlight - Patrick Quinlan

Patrick Quinlan, Retired How long have you been in the industry? Over 60 years in commercial diemaking for both the folding carton and corrugated industries- the last 10 years working in diemaking/diecutting supplies. Why did you get involved with IADD? Our diemaking shop was a family... Continue Reading

Date posted07/17/2025


President's Column - July 2025
President's Column - July 2025

When I officially took on the role of IADD President in October 2024, life was already moving at full speed... Continue Reading

Date posted06/20/2025


Leverage Your Member Resources for Success
Leverage Your Member Resources for Success

Take advantage of the opportunities available to you as a member. Browse technical articles online, expand your knowledge with an online course or gain hands-on experience through our meetings and workshops. Technical Resources at your Fingertips Use the IADD Resource Library from your computer... Continue Reading

Date posted06/9/2025


President's Column - June 2025
President's Column - June 2025

Over the last several columns, I’ve taken you along for the ride as my family and I navigated an international move... Continue Reading

Date posted05/27/2025


President's Column - May 2025
President's Column - May 2025

Stepping in as President of the IADD was timed exactly as I agreed to... Continue Reading

Date posted04/17/2025


Thank a Volunteer
Thank a Volunteer

April is global volunteer month and we are celebrating our dedicated volunteer team! Volunteers bring…. Education Xchange Technical Programming The IADD Xchange programs offer highly targeted technical solutions. Our most recent Xchange program was organized by volunteers on our Xchange... Continue Reading

Date posted04/1/2025


Exciting New Opportunities for Students at Odyssey Expo 2025
Exciting New Opportunities for Students at Odyssey Expo 2025

The International Association of Diecutting and Diemaking adds student opportunities to Odyssey Expo 2025. Students from local technical colleges are invited to explore career possibilities in the diecutting and diemaking industry. Based on the success of the Diecutting & Diemaking 101... Continue Reading

Date posted03/26/2025


2024 IADD Safety Award Winners
2024 IADD Safety Award Winners

The IADD is pleased to provide international recognition to the diecutters, diemakers and vendor/suppliers who make safety an integral part of their daily business. Continue Reading

Date posted03/24/2025