Community Membership

 

Community Membership is perfect for team members of established companies, individual entrepreneurs, sole proprietors, Packaging Collaborative participants, natural products company representatives, retailers, brokers, and industry nonprofits who want to access our full community platform and programming.

Interested in participating? Or know someone who might be a good fit? Applications are open here!

Benefits of Community Membership

As a Community Member, you’ll gain access to exclusive programs and opportunities that keep you connected, inspired, and equipped to drive change all year long:

What’s Included:

  • 50% off Ripple Fest & Ripple West ticket

  • Access to all three guilds* (Inclusive Culture, Packaging & Circularity, and Business Growth & Capacity) for first 12 months

  • Ongoing access to one guild of choice after the initial year

  • Online community platform with member directory and networking opportunities

  • Community Spotlights in OSC newsletter and LinkedIn (by request)

  • Access to OSC job board, powered by Force Brands

  • Invitations to other private events such as regional happy hours

  • Mentorship opportunities as mentor

 

The Guilds

Guilds are where the heart of the work happens. Inspired by the original craft guilds, they’re ongoing forums designed to channel collective energy into real-world progress. Each guild adapts to the needs and priorities of its members, but here’s what you can expect:

  • Quarterly guild gatherings and webinars on member-driven topics

  • Community-led CoLabs on timely challenges (e.g., regenerative ag, ethical AI, J.E.D.I. practices)

  • Curated learning resources & toolkits tailored to each guild

  • Ongoing lunch & learns hosted by OSC Partners

  • Access to OSC’s extended network and knowledge hubs (e.g., Packaging Innovation Portal, J.E.D.I. Pathways)

  • Discounted services from OSC Partners (e.g., LCA, EPR compliance)

  • “Office Hours” with industry experts for guidance and Q&A

Inclusive Culture
People

Advancing justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion by equipping individuals to influence and transform organizational culture.
Packaging & Circularity
Planet

Accelerating industry shifts toward circular systems, sustainable packaging, and reduced environmental impact.
Business Growth & Capacity
Prosperity

Building resilient, values-driven businesses through shared strategies, tools, and practices.

 

Ready to join the OSC Community?