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Alexander Kwapis

VP Innovation @ FusionPKG + Cofounder @ Wild Dirt

Dallas, TX

Member Since September 2023

Skills

Innovation
Industrial Design
Product Development

About

Innovation, Sustainability, and Empathy: My philosophy revolves around the seamless integration of design, innovation, and functionality, all while prioritizing our planet's well-being. My ultimate goal is to inspire a future where these things coexist in harmony.

Published content

What's your go-to method of biz communication at work?

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19 business leaders debate whether traditional email is outdated, or if it still has its place. With the evolution of today's digitized world, having tools like SMS and MMS text messaging, and various social media platforms at our fingertips, provides instant gratification in communication. But there is a time and space for everything—and that's where email comes in as what some leaders still consider a reliable, professional and safe method to connect.  Below, 19 experts from Fast Company Executive Board weigh in on the relevancy of email communication for business, networking, and personal purposes in 2025.

How consultants are reshaping the beauty industry

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Aligning with forward-thinking suppliers can catalyze success.

14 ways business marketers can campaign responsibly alongside AI

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When used correctly, consider AI technology as a minor contributor to your daily workflow, not a major threat to your current role. Marketing is all about the creative process of the human mind, but after so many years of coming up with brand campaigns, it's not surprising that new ideas can sometimes grow stale. That's where the evolution of AI tools comes in.  Whether companies are using artificial intelligence to gauge a potential customer base or to spark an attention-grabbing subject line in the latest email newsletter, most teams realize the benefits of utilizing AI responsibly to personalize their brand communications and increase their daily productivity with the help of automation. To demonstrate how AI tools have improved their quality of work life and technological mindset, 14 members from Fast Company Executive Board each offer one specific way marketers can treat AI as a "tool in the shed" to support their creative outlet process, not take it away.

Facing a roadblock? Here's how 20 execs overcome obstacles

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When the going gets tough, these leading experts have had the tenacity to keep it moving through each struggle. Taking on a leadership role in the workplace may seem like a daunting task if you don't have the right mindset. You'll need to address just as many challenges as the wins you celebrate—so it's not a position designed for the faint of heart. If you're feeling frustrated, overwhelmed, or underappreciated, it's essential to prioritize what matters most, take a step back, and consider the bigger picture. There is usually a silver lining in most situations. Whether you decide to stay in the game for the long haul and find the best solution, or you're ready to take a risk and consider your next career move, the experts from Fast Company Executive Board describe how they've maintained their own positivity during a difficult time in their career. Below are 20 best practices to help other professionals do the same.

16 strategies to launch a creative work lab that fosters innovation

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Apply these best practices to pique your employees' curiosity and increase their participation. When employees begin to demonstrate stagnant behaviors or disinterest at work, it may be a sign that it's time to offer them a new challenge to keep them engaged in their current roles and potential growth at the company they represent. One way company leaders can boost their team's low morale is to build a creative lab within the confines of the organization to create "intrapreneurship" opportunities, as well as a timely reminder of the business mission and goals and why they're here. Below, 16 experts from Fast Company Executive Board offer their best strategies for designing safe spaces that give staff members a voice to collaborate on innovative ideas and solve problems that will help the company grow.

Entrepreneurship 101: 12 tips to help business owners succeed

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Apply these methods to build a successful company in today's marketplace. Launching a startup company may seem like a daunting task at the beginning, especially when you're juggling so many responsibilities all at once. You may be feeling overwhelmed, but if you work strategically to find the right balance and remain focused, the decisions you make about going into business will be worth it all in the long run. To share some encouragement, experts from Fast Company Executive Board weigh in on the countless ways every business owner can turn their personal experiences (upbringing, hardships, or financial setbacks) into business opportunities they'll be proud to put their name on.

Company details

Company bio

FusionPKG an Aptar Beauty Company - Vice President of New Package Development, Sustainability, Engineering, Quality, Creative, and Innovation. FusionPKG offers beauty brands packaging solutions in skincare, complexion, and custom development with integrated turnkey formulation capabilities. Wild Dirt - Cofounder and co-owner. Wild Dirt is an outdoor lifestyle brand that is in the start-up phase. Our mission is to educate, inspire, and build well-designed and sustainable products so our customers can enjoy + preserve the wild places they love.

Industry

Corporate leadership

Area of focus

Cosmetics
Beauty
Manufacturing

Company size

51 - 200