Final Thoughts

August 21, 2022
Final Thoughts
Written by John Packard
This is bittersweet. With the 2022 SMU Steel Summit Conference to begin on Monday morning at 9 a.m. and our “official” opening slated for 1 p.m. Monday afternoon, it is time for me to reflect on the conference, and for that matter, my history within the steel industry.
For those who are unaware, this will be my last SMU Steel Summit Conference. At 71 years of age, and after 45 years in the steel industry, it is time for me to pivot to the next stage in my life. I will be speaking more about what is in store for me after the conclusion of the conference. For those attending the conference, you will get hints as to what comes next.


