February 2026

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CHANGE THE GAME: BW STRATEGIC PLAN 2032

Go inside the game with CEO Kyle Chapman!

Why is BW changing the game? And how does our Change the Game Strategic Plan position us to do so? What does that mean for you? Our customers and clients? BW CEO Kyle Chapman addresses those questions and more in his first Inside the Game broadcast. Be sure to watch these brief (less than 5 minutes) videos each month that explain a Change the Game topic in simple straightforward language.

Explore the new Change the Game website: Check out this comprehensive hub for understanding where we’re headed and how we’ll deliver the Change the Game strategy, together. To log on click HERE. (Username: ctg@barry-wehmiller.com; password: CTG2032)

BARRY-WEHMILLER & PLATFORM NEWS

BW CORPORATE

2026-2027 BW college scholarship applications NOW OPEN!

Marjorie E. Chapman, the late mother of BW Chairman Bob Chapman, attended college, thanks to a generous banker in her hometown. Now, her estate is providing college scholarships for eligible BW team members’ legal dependent children. Since 2017, the Marjorie E. Chapman Memorial Scholarship has awarded 231 scholarships totaling over $1.4 million. Applications are due April 15. For information about eligibility and to view the need-based and essay applications, click HERE.

ALLIANCE

JD Engineers earns industry spotlight for BoxR Gluer innovations

JD Engineers B.V., an Alliance company based in the Netherlands, was recently featured in International Paperboard Industry Magazine for its installation of their Tanabe JD BoxR Gluer at DeLine Box & Display, a corrugated packaging manufacturer with more than a century of service based in Denver, CO (US). The versatile BoxR Gluer handles numerous box styles and board types, along with advanced automation that reduces setup times. 

BW CONVERTING

BW Converting’s Baldwin TexChroma™ featured in TEXTalks

BW Converting's Yiannis Vasilonikolos, Sales Leader in Arlöv, Sweden, was recently featured in TEXTalks magazine sharing more about BW Converting’s Baldwin TexChroma™, a digital spray dyeing innovation delivering over 30% dye savings and more than 50% energy reduction. Addressing one of the industry’s most persistent challenges—inefficient mixing of dyes and chemicals—TexChroma™ blends dyes and alkalis only seconds before application.

BW PAPERSYSTEMS

BWP innovations power PRONAL’s first packaging plant in Mexico

PRONAL Corrugados recently launched its first corrugated facility in Monterrey, Mexico, featuring state-of-the-art BW Papersystems (BWP) equipment. At the heart is the 2.85m BWP Harmony Corrugator, operating at speeds up to 350 meters per minute with the widest production width available. The corrugator can produce single- and double-wall corrugated packaging, with triple-wall capability coming this year—making it only the second machine in Mexico with that specialty.

THURSDAY BWU WEBINARS

To sign up, please click on your preferred date and time.

LEADING EFFECTIVE MEETINGS (supports Drives Engagement):

Learn techniques for agenda setting, effective decision-making and ensuring follow-through on action items, to make your meetings a cornerstone of team innovation and synergy.

ELIMINATING WASTE IN THE WORKPLACE (supports Optimizes Work Processes):

Explore the concept of the Eight Wastes—a cornerstone of Continuous Improvement thinking that identifies non-value-added activities draining time, resources and productivity.

THE BW FRAMEWORK FOR CHANGE (supports Communicates Effectively)

Discover how BW approaches change across the organization through BW's change management model. Whether you're leading change, supporting it, or just want to understand how it works at BW, this session will give you a solid foundation to get started.

HAVING DIFFICULT CONVERSATIONS (supports Ensures Accountability)

This webinar will equip leaders with the tools and techniques needed to handle challenging discussions with confidence and empathy.

APPLYING CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT THINKING (supports Leverages Business Insight)

This webinar will focus on a structured problem-solving and continuous improvement approach, A3 Thinking. Learn how to leverage A3 Thinking to identify root causes, develop actionable solutions and achieve sustainable results.

IN-PERSON CLASSES: Two invaluable days that will change the way you think and lead!

BW University's flagship classes, Listen Like a Leader and Culture of Service, focus on improving your listening and relationship skills and the way we serve each other. Learn from your peers and BWU professors in these highly engaging upcoming classes:

English dates and locations:

Listen Like a Leader

Culture of Service

Italian dates and locations:

Listen Like a Leader

German dates and locations:

Listen Like a Leader

Culture of Service

BW AROUND THE WORLD

Game Changers: BW Design Group Project Stargate Team

In alignment with the launch of Change The Game: BW Strategic Plan 2032, we are introducing Game Changers, teams and team members whose contributions are helping us up our game. This month, we’re recognizing the more than 600 BW Design Group team members from BWDG's major offices, including Chennai, India, who are working on Project Stargate, the massive AI data center campus under construction in Abilene, TX (US). Stargate has helped lift the firm’s AI data center engagements and contributed meaningfully to Barry-Wehmiller's record year of revenue. Read about these Game Changers HERE.

BW REEL ROUNDUP

FROM THE AIRWAVES

Forbes: Want a competitive advantage? Treat your people like family.

"In a world hungry for dignity, Chapman’s message is both disarming and demanding. If leadership truly shapes lives, then caring is no longer a soft skill—it’s the work itself." BW Chairman Bob Chapman and Barry-Wehmiller were recently featured in Forbes on the release of the 10th anniversary revised and expanded edition of Everybody Matters: The Extraordinary Power of Caring for Your People Like Family.

BW RECOGNITION

Nine BW women honored at YWCA Leader Lunch

The annual event fosters connection, celebration and showcases the organization's services for women and families in St. Louis, MO (US). Congratulations to (L-R) Jamie Teer, BW, Michelle Rogers, BW, Anissa Mosely, BWDG, Alison Sieloff, BW, Melissa Blythe, Afinitas, Jami Dix, CCO, Denise Turner, BWDG, Amber Strader, BW and Meeghan Sheppard, BW. Each were nominated by the Senior Leadership Team or by a past honoree for exhibiting BW Leader Commitments.

Shine the Light Award: Bill Yarochowicz, BWPKG-Brooklyn Park

Congratulations to Bill for receiving an award for Customer Focus. "Bill exemplifies what it means to be a true team player and a beacon of support across departments," said his nominators Greg Myers and Donna Wolfe. "...He has taken on extra responsibilities with grace, balancing his own workload while ensuring that our customers and team never miss a beat. Bill’s kind and thoughtful nature, paired with his deep commitment to our customers and the organization, makes him a standout. He shines not just in what he does, but in how he does it—with heart, humility and excellence."

Shine the Light Award: Carolyn George, BWDG-Roseville

Congratulations to Carolyn for receiving an award for Drives Results. "Carolyn has been a powerhouse of proactive engagement and positive energy," said her nominator Keith Hutchens. "She consistently demonstrates thoughtful follow-through, anticipation of needs and keeps the team highly motivated. She has had a significant impact on our ability to keep critical roles moving forward without disruption. She’s not just supporting the team, she’s amplifying its capacity.”

Shine the Light Award: Zach Demaree, BW Converting-Lenexa

Congratulations to Zach for receiving an award for Drives Results. His nominator Brook Spaulding said, "Zach consistently goes above and beyond to drive positive results despite obstacles. Most would have given up when it comes to coordinating trade show logistics across multiple vendors on a budget with critical, make-or-break delivery times—but not Zach. He is consistently able to think and execute outside the box to drive results.”

FROM THE TRULY HUMAN LEADERSHIP BLOG

Better Work, Better World: Chris Pigeon of CARR Biosystems

“Better Work, Better World” is our video series that shines a light on team members across the BW organization. In this installment, CARR Biosystems’ Vice President of Technology & Operations, Chris Pigeon, shares how a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence helps us capture best practices and share them across teams so everyone can achieve better outcomes.

NEWS YOU CAN USE

FOR US- AND CANADA-BASED TEAM MEMBERS

Learn and earn!

Did you know you can earn Vitality Points by reading articles on powerofvitality.com or the pink Power of Vitality app? Simply login, navigate to the “Explore health topics” section and click/tap to see all. From there, you can filter and find articles about a variety of health topics, including heart conditions, high blood pressure, cholesterol and more. You will earn 10 Vitality Points for each article you read (with a maximum of 3 articles per day).

BW SUPPLY CHAIN TEAM

Introducing the BW Supply Chain Academy

This month, the Enterprise Supply Chain team, in partnership with BWU, launched the Supply Chain Academy (SCA) to support professional growth through practical, role relevant training. Three learning tracks—General/Technical, Leadership and Operational skills—are delivered through a flexible mix of instructor‑led sessions and on‑demand online courses. Topics include negotiation, blueprint reading, cost analysis and savings tools, supplier management and communication fundamentals. Click HERE to learn more and sign up for training.

FOR ALL TEAM MEMBERS

Travelers without a REAL ID now face new TSA fee

Beginning February 1, 2026, travelers who reach TSA checkpoints without a REAL ID or passport will have to complete an online identity verification at TSA.gov and pay a $45 fee. They’ll be pulled from the checkpoint line to confirm their identity and submit payment, and approval isn’t guaranteed. Once verified, the clearance lasts up to 10 days; after that, travelers without compliant ID must repeat the process and pay again. Secure your REAL ID before your next trip to avoid delays and extra costs.

IT TECH TIP

BW Guest Wi-Fi password changes to ShineTheLight

The guest Wi-Fi password is updated annually and is the same for everyone at all locations. Starting Saturday, February 21, 2026, guests at BW facilities will log in using the new password: ShineTheLight. Click here for the instructions for access and choose your desired language. Additionally, if you notice a printout of the former Guest Wi-Fi User Guide at your location, please discard and replace with the new version available here. Reach out to ITService@barry-wehmiller.com if you have any questions. 

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