In this the very first episode of Parlor Talks, the podcast’s host Linda Casey, editor-in-chief of Packaging Impressions — a sister publication of Printing Impressions, is joined by Suzanne Bowden, Catapult's new chief client officer. Among the topics discussed are:

• pain points faced by buyers of custom-printed labels and packaging, including brands’ and retailers’ sustainability goals and material costs
• diversity of challenges faced in customer-facing roles in package manufacturing
• the value of employees with a broad skill set and outside perspectives
• how women in her career have inspired Bowden throughout her career
• advice for women in packaging, including the importance of believing in yourself, delivering with confidence, and not turning down opportunities

00:00 – Introduction and Welcome
00:56 – Suzanne Bowden and Catapult Introduction
01:50 – Packaging Manufacturing and Design
04:05 – Uplifting Women in Packaging
05:22 – Other Inspirational Women
06:34 – Success Story
07:45 – Conclusion and Farewell