FAQ
Here you’ll find clear answers to the most common questions about the conference.
What is the refund policy for the event?
- Registration fees are non-refundable. However, your registration is transferable to another person or can be deferred for use in the 2027 event.
What topics will be covered?
The program includes:
- Scientific and Technical Advances in tissue paper manufacturing.
- Executive forum on business outlook, market trends, and geopolitical forces.
- Hands-on training in tissue paper manufacturing and fundamentals.
- Advanced technology presentations on breakthrough innovations.
- Exhibition and Innovation Showcase featuring suppliers and innovators.
Where and when will the Summit take place?
- Location: Talley Student Union, NC State University, Raleigh, North Carolina.
- Dates: November 30 – December 4, 2026
Who are the speakers?
The Summit will feature:
- C-level executives from leading tissue paper manufacturers.
- Distinguished professors from partner universities.
- Senior analysts from market intelligence firms (e.g., Fastmarkets, RISI).
- Innovators and sustainability leaders.
Who organizes the Summit?
The event is organized by NC State University’s Tissue Pack Innovation Lab in partnership with TAPPI. Conference chairs are Prof. Ronalds Gonzalez and Prof. Hasan Jameel, SAFI Consortium leaders.