Douglas Hidding is the President of Blackhawk Molding Co., Inc., a company specializing in precision injection molding. Under Doug’s leadership, Blackhawk has made significant contributions to the Bottled Water, Dairy, and Juice industries.
His career includes numerous utility patents, such as the widely used 55mm valved closures in the HOD segment of the Bottled Water industry. Additionally, Doug is a skilled product/package designer, particularly in tamper-evident packaging. His expertise extends to blow molding and equipment installation consulting.
Since 1989, Douglas has actively participated in the International Bottled Water Association, serving on various committees, including the Supplier, Technical, and Packaging Task Force. Douglas also serves on the Board of the International Bottled Water Association and International Council of Bottled Waters Associations.
Sessions:
Wednesday, November 6
8:00 am – 10:45 am
IBWA General Session, Annual Business Meeting, Awards Ceremony, Keynote Presentation, and Continental Breakfast (1.5 Business CEUs)
Session Description: Come hear IBWA Chair Hih Song Kim (BlueTriton Brands) discuss what she’s learned during her tenure. She’ll also pass the gavel on to IBWA’s 2025 Chair Douglas Hidding (Blackhawk Molding), who will share his vision for his upcoming term as IBWA Chair. Joe Doss, IBWA president and CEO, will report on IBWA’s latest achievements and predictions for what’s in store for the future. IBWA will also hold our Awards Ceremony to celebrate the commitment of individuals and companies to the bottled water industry. Plan to join us as we pause to recognize the contributions and achievements of bottled water professionals.