The Art(work) of Collaboration

March 2026 - Vol. 26, No. 5
Happy March, everyone! Today we’re spotlighting a dynamic duo in the label design process: marketing and regulatory teams. We’re sharing expert guidance on how these teams can work together to create eye-catching (and fully compliant!) labels. And don’t miss our revamped one-page reference guide, linked below. We’re also highlighting the professional collaboration happening “back home” in our Insiders community.
In this issue:
- The Art(work) of Collaboration
- The Inside Scoop
- Keeping You Current
Warmly,
Melissa Grzybowski, President, Food Consulting Company
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"As an EU-based business, ensuring our products meet U.S. labelling standards is critical. Food Consulting Company has been an outstanding partner — their expertise is first-rate, their turnaround times are reliable, and the value for money is exceptional. We would not hesitate to recommend them to any international business looking to enter or expand in the U.S. market."
– Daragh Whelan, COO, EarthChimp
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Feature Article
The Art(work) of Collaboration
Food packaging design helps communicate a brand’s identity, connect with consumers, and influence customers’ purchases. At the same time, food regulations play a crucial role in shaping packaging design by requiring specific labeling requirements that often impact key design elements. Today we’re providing tips for successful collaboration between designers and regulatory teams in the label design process.