Stay tuned for details of the 21st edition of International Pulp Week, to be held May 10-12 2026. See below the program of our 2025 edition.
Event Details
Join your peers and industry professionals at this can't-miss networking event. Meet with fellow IPW delegates from over 40 countries and celebrate the start of International Pulp Week.
Joaquin Kritz Lara
Chief Economist & Strategist
Numera Analytics
Joaquín is Numera’s Chief Economist and heads the firm’s Macro Research practice. He is responsible for Numera’s macro product offering, including timely research on the world economy and strategy publications on all major asset classes (DM + EM equities and FICC). In addition, he designs and oversees the implementation of Numera’s econometric models for forecasting, portfolio construction and quantitative research. He also presents frequently on the global economy and financial markets.
His research primarily focuses on the impact of macro shocks on asset prices, and on the design and evaluation of probability forecast models. Joaquín holds a Master’s degree in Economics from University College London (UCL), and a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from McGill University.
Joaquin Kritz Lara
Chief Economist & Strategist
Numera Analytics
Joaquín is Numera’s Chief Economist and heads the firm’s Macro Research practice. He is responsible for Numera’s macro product offering, including timely research on the world economy and strategy publications on all major asset classes (DM + EM equities and FICC). In addition, he designs and oversees the implementation of Numera’s econometric models for forecasting, portfolio construction and quantitative research. He also presents frequently on the global economy and financial markets.
His research primarily focuses on the impact of macro shocks on asset prices, and on the design and evaluation of probability forecast models. Joaquín holds a Master’s degree in Economics from University College London (UCL), and a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from McGill University.
Join Kevin Mason, a longtime presenter at the IPW conference, as he takes us on a journey through the past 20 years of the industry. Celebrating the conference's 20th anniversary, Kevin will highlight key themes from previous years, reflect on the present, and offer insights into the trends shaping the future. This session is a unique opportunity to learn from the evolution of the industry and gain inspiration for what's to come.
Emanuele Bona
Vice President, Europe
PPPC
Emanuele began his career as a commercial assistant and marketing manager for a large European paper and packaging producer. Now head of our Brussels office, he oversees our coverage of the European markets for graphic papers, consumer packaging and pulp, and manages the services provided to PPPC’s European-based members. Emanuele also holds the title of Director General of the European Association of Graphic Paper Producers and is a former Chairman of PRIMA. Emanuele graduated with a degree in Economics from the University of Turin in Italy.
Emanuele Bona
Vice President, Europe
PPPC
Emanuele began his career as a commercial assistant and marketing manager for a large European paper and packaging producer. Now head of our Brussels office, he oversees our coverage of the European markets for graphic papers, consumer packaging and pulp, and manages the services provided to PPPC’s European-based members. Emanuele also holds the title of Director General of the European Association of Graphic Paper Producers and is a former Chairman of PRIMA. Emanuele graduated with a degree in Economics from the University of Turin in Italy.
Emanuele Bona, PPPC’s Vice President, will use the latest data and market trends to examine evolving demand of market pulp and outline what’s ahead for the near-term market outlook.
Mathieu Wener
Senior Economist
Numera Analytics
Mathieu Wener works as an Economist for Numera’s Macro Research practice. He is responsible for analyzing the latest developments in the world economy and financial markets. Mathieu contributes actively to Numera’s various economics research publications, including monthly forecast reports and thematic research pieces. His primary focus is on business cycle dynamics across developed and emerging markets.
In addition, Mathieu conducts extensive analysis on global manufacturing and consumer staples, in support of Numera’s sectoral research coverage. He joined Numera upon completion of a Master’s degree in Economics at the University of Toronto.
Mathieu Wener
Senior Economist
Numera Analytics
Mathieu Wener works as an Economist for Numera’s Macro Research practice. He is responsible for analyzing the latest developments in the world economy and financial markets. Mathieu contributes actively to Numera’s various economics research publications, including monthly forecast reports and thematic research pieces. His primary focus is on business cycle dynamics across developed and emerging markets.
In addition, Mathieu conducts extensive analysis on global manufacturing and consumer staples, in support of Numera’s sectoral research coverage. He joined Numera upon completion of a Master’s degree in Economics at the University of Toronto.
Senior Economist
Numera Analytics
Mathieu Wener works as an Economist for Numera’s Macro Research practice. He is responsible for analyzing the latest developments in the world economy and financial markets. Mathieu contributes actively to Numera’s various economics research publications, including monthly forecast reports and thematic research pieces. His primary focus is on business cycle dynamics across developed and emerging markets.
In addition, Mathieu conducts extensive analysis on global manufacturing and consumer staples, in support of Numera’s sectoral research coverage. He joined Numera upon completion of a Master’s degree in Economics at the University of Toronto.
Drawing on recent developments in major end-use markets such as tissue and printing and writing papers, Mathieu Wener will share insights into the near-term outlook for these key pulp markets. His analysis will connect past trends with future expectations.
International Pulp Week
Vice President, Europe
PPPC
Vice President, Europe
PPPC
Emanuele began his career as a commercial assistant and marketing manager for a large European paper and packaging producer. Now head of our Brussels office, he oversees our coverage of the European markets for graphic papers, consumer packaging and pulp, and manages the services provided to PPPC’s European-based members. Emanuele also holds the title of Director General of the European Association of Graphic Paper Producers and is a former Chairman of PRIMA. Emanuele graduated with a degree in Economics from the University of Turin in Italy.
Chief Economist & Strategist
Numera Analytics
Chief Economist & Strategist
Numera Analytics
Joaquín is Numera’s Chief Economist and heads the firm’s Macro Research practice. He is responsible for Numera’s macro product offering, including timely research on the world economy and strategy publications on all major asset classes (DM + EM equities and FICC). In addition, he designs and oversees the implementation of Numera’s econometric models for forecasting, portfolio construction and quantitative research. He also presents frequently on the global economy and financial markets.
His research primarily focuses on the impact of macro shocks on asset prices, and on the design and evaluation of probability forecast models. Joaquín holds a Master’s degree in Economics from University College London (UCL), and a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from McGill University.
Senior Economist
Numera Analytics
Senior Economist
Numera Analytics
Mathieu Wener works as an Economist for Numera’s Macro Research practice. He is responsible for analyzing the latest developments in the world economy and financial markets. Mathieu contributes actively to Numera’s various economics research publications, including monthly forecast reports and thematic research pieces. His primary focus is on business cycle dynamics across developed and emerging markets.
In addition, Mathieu conducts extensive analysis on global manufacturing and consumer staples, in support of Numera’s sectoral research coverage. He joined Numera upon completion of a Master’s degree in Economics at the University of Toronto.
Venue Information 2026
Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver
845 Burrard St Vancouver, BC
(604) 682-5511
