Steven Gardner

Professor - Packaging Engineering Technician Program @Conestoga College

Cambridge, ON, CA

Designed and redeveloped core courses (Capstone, ArtiosCAD, Packaging Principles), aligning content with evolving industry practices.Mentored student teams in applied projects, competitions, and industry partnerships, including the AiCC Student Design Competition.Organized the Institute of Packaging Professionals (IoPP) Ontario networking event hosted at Conestoga (2024).Collaborated with Conestoga Food Research & Innovation Lab (CFRIL) on confidential packaging research projects.Created and delivered curriculum that integrates real-world packaging testing (ISTA, ASTM) and sustainability practices.Fostered inclusive, discussion-driven classrooms using open-ended questioning, hybrid instruction, and hands-on learning.Recognized by students and peers for delivering industry-relevant, engaging instruction that bridges theory and practice.

Fanshawe College

Project Management - MGMT 6020

Mohawk College

Packaging Management and Technology (Co-op)