Strategic Partners

NPTA's Strategic Partners

The National Paper Trade Association (NPTA) partners with consultants, content providers, thought leaders and allied industry organizations to promote wholesale distribution in the industry. Through our strategic partnerships, we are able to provide our members with the tools and resources they need to improve their day-to-day operations – and profits.

NPTA is proud to collaborate with a range of partner organizations that provide valuable information and resources to our members and the broader paper industry:

American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA):
NPTA collaborates with the American Forest & Paper Association on Paper Meets LIVE!, a premier annual event connecting partners within the paper industry in a suite meeting environment.

Association of Independent Printing Paper Merchants

Association Education Alliance (AEA):
NPTA partners with the Association Education Alliance, a consortium of over 30 distributor-focused associations across multiple industries. AEA produces the University of Innovative Distribution, an annual educational conference held in partnership with Purdue University.

Association of Independent Printing Paper Merchants (AIPPM):
The Association of Independent Printing Paper Merchants is committed to bringing growth and value to its members by leveraging its purchasing and marketing opportunities, sharing and encouraging the use of best business practices and promoting a healthy exchange of ideas.

Armada Intelligence:
Armada Intelligence is a trusted strategic advisor to NPTA members, merging corporate intelligence gathering, economic forecasting and strategy development.

GoalMakers:
In partnership with GoalMakers, NPTA launched its Business Management Academy, a 10-week, MBA-based, interactive hybrid business learning experience, all for a fraction of time & cost of a traditional MBA.

The National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors (NAW):
The National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors (NAW) is the trade association representing the $8 trillion wholesale-distribution industry. As a NAW member, NPTA shares information to promote the value of distribution within the paper supply chain.

The Paper & Packaging Board:
The Paper & Packaging Board creates preference for paper and paper-based packaging by reinforcing why paper is an everyday, earth-friendly choice that allows consumers to feel good about their purchase decisions. U.S. manufacturers and importers of these products collectively fund the board’s efforts including the goals of the How Life Unfolds® campaign.

The Workplace Advisors :
The Workplace Advisors is staffed by professionals with years of combined experience providing sound people support to clients nation-wide. Their shared core values and expertise in all facets of human resources make them the go-to consultants no matter the HR challenge.

For more details on how to engage with these opportunities and to learn about our strategic partnerships, please contact us.