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ATLANTA, GA, May 20, 2015 (PRNewswire) - Graphic Packaging International, Inc. today announced the appointment of Michael P. Doss as President and Chief Operating Officer, reflecting an expansion of his previous role of COO. Mr. Doss has also been appointed to the Board of Directors of Graphic Packaging Holding Company. He will continue to report directly to the company's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, David Scheible.

During his 25-year career with GPI, Mr. Doss has held significant positions of both commercial and operational leadership. "Mike has led our Company's transformation into a global, pure-play vertically integrated paperboard and packaging company. He has successfully managed numerous international and U.S.-based acquisitions and significant divestitures," said Mr. Scheible. "Mike's deep industry and customer knowledge, business acumen and leadership skills well qualify him to take even greater responsibility for leading Graphic Packaging's continuing growth strategy in the global paperboard and paperboard packaging arena."

Mr. Doss holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Marketing and a Master of Business Administration in Finance, both from Western Michigan University. He is also a graduate of Harvard University's General Manager Program.

About Graphic Packaging Holding Company

Graphic Packaging Holding Company (GPK), headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, is a leading provider of packaging solutions for a wide variety of products to food, beverage and other consumer products companies. The Company is one of the largest producers of folding cartons and holds a leading market position in coated-unbleached kraft, coated-recycled boxboard, and specialty packaging. The Company's customers include some of the most widely recognized companies in the world. Additional information about Graphic Packaging, its business and its products, is available on the Company's web site at www.graphicpkg.com.

 
 

Graphic Packaging promotes Michael Doss to pres/COO

Posted in: Packaging Technology 05/26/2015 - 19:10

ATLANTA, GA, May 20, 2015 (PRNewswire) - Graphic Packaging International, Inc. today announced the appointment of Michael P. Doss as President and Chief Operating Officer, reflecting an expansion of his previous role of COO. Mr. Doss has also been appointed to the Board of Directors of Graphic Packaging Holding Company. He will continue to report directly to the company's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, David Scheible.

During his 25-year career with GPI, Mr. Doss has held significant positions of both commercial and operational leadership. "Mike has led our Company's transformation into a global, pure-play vertically integrated paperboard and packaging company. He has successfully managed numerous international and U.S.-based acquisitions and significant divestitures," said Mr. Scheible. "Mike's deep industry and customer knowledge, business acumen and leadership skills well qualify him to take even greater responsibility for leading Graphic Packaging's continuing growth strategy in the global paperboard and paperboard packaging arena."

Mr. Doss holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Marketing and a Master of Business Administration in Finance, both from Western Michigan University. He is also a graduate of Harvard University's General Manager Program.

About Graphic Packaging Holding Company

Graphic Packaging Holding Company (GPK), headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, is a leading provider of packaging solutions for a wide variety of products to food, beverage and other consumer products companies. The Company is one of the largest producers of folding cartons and holds a leading market position in coated-unbleached kraft, coated-recycled boxboard, and specialty packaging. The Company's customers include some of the most widely recognized companies in the world. Additional information about Graphic Packaging, its business and its products, is available on the Company's web site at www.graphicpkg.com.

 
 

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Pratt Industries announced today the passing of its former Deputy CEO Mike Harwood, one of the most respected leaders in the global paper and packaging industry.

Mike, 71, died peacefully at his home Sunday in Marietta, Ga. after a bout with cancer, surrounded by his family including his beloved wife of many years, Renie.

Company chairman Anthony Pratt said he was deeply saddened by the news of Mike's passing, and remembered him as "a giant of the industry."

"He was without doubt the greatest containerboard salesman ever," said Anthony. "He was a great man and Pratt Industries wouldn't be where it is today without his immense contributions. We have all been very fortunate to have known and worked with him. I will miss him. My sincere condolences go out to Renie and the family."

Mike  joined Pratt as a director with global responsibility for containerboard in 1995 and was named Deputy CEO three years later. During his tenure with Pratt the company grew from the 46th biggest box producer in the nation to number 5.

"Our company lost one of its leaders this week but the entire industry will share in this loss because Mike was so was widely respected," said Brian McPheely, global CEO of Pratt Industries and its Australian sister company Visy.

"He was one of the driving forces behind Pratt's many successes over the past 20 years through his unsurpassed work ethic and dedication. He helped this company reach the national and international standing it now enjoys. My thoughts and prayers got out to his family."

Mike began his career in the industry he loved in 1969 at International Paper  as a marketing trainee and rose through the ranks to hold key positions with the Container Division in the U.S. and Europe. He was eventually named Vice President of the Containerboard, Kraft Paper, and Kraft Packaging Divisions at IP, responsible for all phases of its containerboard and kraft business worldwide.

He remained with IP until his move to Pratt Industries.

Mike also held numerous executive positions in the paper and packaging industry, including  President of the World Containerboard Organization, the major trade association for all producers of containerboard products. He was also a founding member of the International Corrugated Packaging Foundation, and served on the Board of Directors of the International Corrugated Case Association and the Fibre Box Association.

Last year he  was recognized by PPI and RISI as one of the "50 most influential leaders in the Global Pulp and Paper Industry." And  just this month the ICPF announced Mike had been selected for induction into its Circle of Distinguished Leaders, which honors "exceptional visionaries whose energy and talent have moved the industry forward in remarkable ways."  

Mike divided his free time between his homes in Marietta and Kiawah Island, SC, with Renie, his children and grandchildren. He was also an avid tennis player and supporter of his beloved Tar Heels of his alma mater, the University of North Carolina.

 

Leading packaging industry figure Mike Harwood dies

Posted in: Packaging Technology 05/19/2015 - 14:58

Pratt Industries announced today the passing of its former Deputy CEO Mike Harwood, one of the most respected leaders in the global paper and packaging industry.

Mike, 71, died peacefully at his home Sunday in Marietta, Ga. after a bout with cancer, surrounded by his family including his beloved wife of many years, Renie.

Company chairman Anthony Pratt said he was deeply saddened by the news of Mike's passing, and remembered him as "a giant of the industry."

"He was without doubt the greatest containerboard salesman ever," said Anthony. "He was a great man and Pratt Industries wouldn't be where it is today without his immense contributions. We have all been very fortunate to have known and worked with him. I will miss him. My sincere condolences go out to Renie and the family."

Mike  joined Pratt as a director with global responsibility for containerboard in 1995 and was named Deputy CEO three years later. During his tenure with Pratt the company grew from the 46th biggest box producer in the nation to number 5.

"Our company lost one of its leaders this week but the entire industry will share in this loss because Mike was so was widely respected," said Brian McPheely, global CEO of Pratt Industries and its Australian sister company Visy.

"He was one of the driving forces behind Pratt's many successes over the past 20 years through his unsurpassed work ethic and dedication. He helped this company reach the national and international standing it now enjoys. My thoughts and prayers got out to his family."

Mike began his career in the industry he loved in 1969 at International Paper  as a marketing trainee and rose through the ranks to hold key positions with the Container Division in the U.S. and Europe. He was eventually named Vice President of the Containerboard, Kraft Paper, and Kraft Packaging Divisions at IP, responsible for all phases of its containerboard and kraft business worldwide.

He remained with IP until his move to Pratt Industries.

Mike also held numerous executive positions in the paper and packaging industry, including  President of the World Containerboard Organization, the major trade association for all producers of containerboard products. He was also a founding member of the International Corrugated Packaging Foundation, and served on the Board of Directors of the International Corrugated Case Association and the Fibre Box Association.

Last year he  was recognized by PPI and RISI as one of the "50 most influential leaders in the Global Pulp and Paper Industry." And  just this month the ICPF announced Mike had been selected for induction into its Circle of Distinguished Leaders, which honors "exceptional visionaries whose energy and talent have moved the industry forward in remarkable ways."  

Mike divided his free time between his homes in Marietta and Kiawah Island, SC, with Renie, his children and grandchildren. He was also an avid tennis player and supporter of his beloved Tar Heels of his alma mater, the University of North Carolina.

 

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ATLANTA, May 13, 2015 (PRNewswire) - Graphic PackagingInternational, Inc. is proud to announce that our Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer David Scheible was named Executive Papermaker of the Year by PaperAge magazine. This has been a paper industry tradition since 1988 and is awarded based on corporate vision, strategic objectives and strong leadership both within the executive's company and in the paper industry as a whole.

Mr. Scheible has been President and Chief Executive Officer of Graphic Packaging International, Inc. since January, 2007, and was named Chairman in May, 2013. GPI has undergone a transformation under his leadership, firmly establishing itself as a global, vertically-integrated pure play paperboard packaging business.

In the state of Georgia, GPI employs approximately 1600 people at its converting sites in Perry and Stone Mountain, paperboard mill in Macon, and its Corporate Headquarters in Sandy Springs.

More details on the Executive Papermaker of the Year may be found at: http://www.paperage.com/2015news/03_11_2015PaperAge_David_Scheible_executive_award.html

About Graphic Packaging International, Inc.

Graphic Packaging International, Inc., a subsidiary of Graphic Packaging Holding Company (GPK), headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, is a leading provider of packaging solutions for a wide variety of products to food, beverage and other consumer products companies. The Company is one of the largest producers of folding cartons and holds a leading market position in coated-unbleached kraft and coated-recycled board. The Company's customers include some of the most widely recognized companies in the world.

Graphic Packaging CEO David Scheible named Executive Papermaker of the Year by PaperAge

Posted in: Packaging Technology 05/19/2015 - 14:30

ATLANTA, May 13, 2015 (PRNewswire) - Graphic PackagingInternational, Inc. is proud to announce that our Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer David Scheible was named Executive Papermaker of the Year by PaperAge magazine. This has been a paper industry tradition since 1988 and is awarded based on corporate vision, strategic objectives and strong leadership both within the executive's company and in the paper industry as a whole.

Mr. Scheible has been President and Chief Executive Officer of Graphic Packaging International, Inc. since January, 2007, and was named Chairman in May, 2013. GPI has undergone a transformation under his leadership, firmly establishing itself as a global, vertically-integrated pure play paperboard packaging business.

In the state of Georgia, GPI employs approximately 1600 people at its converting sites in Perry and Stone Mountain, paperboard mill in Macon, and its Corporate Headquarters in Sandy Springs.

More details on the Executive Papermaker of the Year may be found at: http://www.paperage.com/2015news/03_11_2015PaperAge_David_Scheible_executive_award.html

About Graphic Packaging International, Inc.

Graphic Packaging International, Inc., a subsidiary of Graphic Packaging Holding Company (GPK), headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, is a leading provider of packaging solutions for a wide variety of products to food, beverage and other consumer products companies. The Company is one of the largest producers of folding cartons and holds a leading market position in coated-unbleached kraft and coated-recycled board. The Company's customers include some of the most widely recognized companies in the world.

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Sandy Hook, CT, April 1, 2015 –Curtis Packaging, a leading producer of luxury packaging and a recognized industry leader in sustainability, is pleased to announce the addition of esteemed paper industry veteran Larry Adams to its sales team.

Mr. Adams comes to Curtis with 27 years of experience in the paper and packaging industry. “We are very happy to have Larry on board,” said Don Droppo, Jr., President and C.E.O. of Curtis Packaging. “His vast knowledge will be an invaluable asset to our customers. We look forward to growing together.” 

 

Larry Adams Joins Curtis Packaging

Posted in: Packaging Technology 04/21/2015 - 19:25

Sandy Hook, CT, April 1, 2015 –Curtis Packaging, a leading producer of luxury packaging and a recognized industry leader in sustainability, is pleased to announce the addition of esteemed paper industry veteran Larry Adams to its sales team.

Mr. Adams comes to Curtis with 27 years of experience in the paper and packaging industry. “We are very happy to have Larry on board,” said Don Droppo, Jr., President and C.E.O. of Curtis Packaging. “His vast knowledge will be an invaluable asset to our customers. We look forward to growing together.” 

 

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CINCINNATI, OH, March 25, 2015 (Press Release) - Michelman is pleased to announce the hiring of Bill Magee, as Group Director, Printing & Packaging. The Printing & Packaging Group is one of three Michelman global Strategic Business Groups that were formed in January of 2015 as the company improved and streamlined its organizational structure. 

According to Mr. Steve Shifman, President and CEO at Michelman, "Bill has a rich background and extensive global experience in our industry. He will be responsible for improving the customer experience by creating sustainable expansion within the Group, along product, market, technology and geographical dimensions." 

Mr. Magee was most recently with the H.B. Fuller Company, where he held the position of Business Unit Director - Emulsion Polymers. Over the past 25 years, he has served in numerous global leadership roles at companies including Monsanto, Solutia, Rohm & Haas, and Dow Chemical. He attended Purdue University, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering, and a Master's degree in Management.

About Michelman

Michelman is a global developer and manufacturer of environmentally friendly advanced materials for industry. Michelman's water-based surface modifiers, additives and polymers add value in a wide range of applications including wood care, floor care, industrial coatings, paints, varnishes, inks, fibers, composites, and construction products. As an innovator in the development of barrier and functional coatings, and digital printing press primers, Michelman adds value to consumer and industrial packaging, labels and commercially printed materials. Michelman serves its multinational and regional customers with production facilities in North America, Europe and Asia; product development and technical service centers in several major global markets; and a worldwide team of highly trained business development personnel.

Michelman hires new group director for Printing & Packaging Group

Posted in: Packaging Technology 03/31/2015 - 19:20

CINCINNATI, OH, March 25, 2015 (Press Release) - Michelman is pleased to announce the hiring of Bill Magee, as Group Director, Printing & Packaging. The Printing & Packaging Group is one of three Michelman global Strategic Business Groups that were formed in January of 2015 as the company improved and streamlined its organizational structure. 

According to Mr. Steve Shifman, President and CEO at Michelman, "Bill has a rich background and extensive global experience in our industry. He will be responsible for improving the customer experience by creating sustainable expansion within the Group, along product, market, technology and geographical dimensions." 

Mr. Magee was most recently with the H.B. Fuller Company, where he held the position of Business Unit Director - Emulsion Polymers. Over the past 25 years, he has served in numerous global leadership roles at companies including Monsanto, Solutia, Rohm & Haas, and Dow Chemical. He attended Purdue University, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering, and a Master's degree in Management.

About Michelman

Michelman is a global developer and manufacturer of environmentally friendly advanced materials for industry. Michelman's water-based surface modifiers, additives and polymers add value in a wide range of applications including wood care, floor care, industrial coatings, paints, varnishes, inks, fibers, composites, and construction products. As an innovator in the development of barrier and functional coatings, and digital printing press primers, Michelman adds value to consumer and industrial packaging, labels and commercially printed materials. Michelman serves its multinational and regional customers with production facilities in North America, Europe and Asia; product development and technical service centers in several major global markets; and a worldwide team of highly trained business development personnel.

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The Paper and Packaging Board (P+PB) announces its officers for 2015: John Williams (Domtar), Board Chair; Steve Voorhees (RockTenn), Vice Chair; and Christian Fischer (Georgia-Pacific), Secretary/Treasurer. The Paper and Packaging Board was formed in January 2014 and held its first meeting in March of 2014. Just a year shy of its inaugural meeting, the board met on February 24, 2015 where the board unanimously nominated and elected the three officers.

The 12-member board oversees the paper and packaging sector's national promotion program formed to improve the demand for paper and paper-based packaging products. "We have come a long way in the past year," said Board Chair and Domtar President and CEO, John Williams. "We elected our board, put our operations house in order, hired staff and now we are in the thick of testing our campaign. This campaign, which was no more than a twinkle in our eye a year ago, is set to change the way consumers appreciate paper and paper-based packaging."

A current roster of Board members is available at http://www.paperandpackaging.org/about/.

About: The Paper and Packaging Board establishes and guides promotions designed to expand demand for paper and paper-based packaging products. Manufacturers and importers of these products participate in the Paper Checkoff, an industry-funded promotion program established by the USDA in 2014. www.paperandpackaging.org

 
 

Paper and Packaging Board elects Williams, Voorhees and Fischer as officers for second year

Posted in: Packaging Technology 03/02/2015 - 23:10

The Paper and Packaging Board (P+PB) announces its officers for 2015: John Williams (Domtar), Board Chair; Steve Voorhees (RockTenn), Vice Chair; and Christian Fischer (Georgia-Pacific), Secretary/Treasurer. The Paper and Packaging Board was formed in January 2014 and held its first meeting in March of 2014. Just a year shy of its inaugural meeting, the board met on February 24, 2015 where the board unanimously nominated and elected the three officers.

The 12-member board oversees the paper and packaging sector's national promotion program formed to improve the demand for paper and paper-based packaging products. "We have come a long way in the past year," said Board Chair and Domtar President and CEO, John Williams. "We elected our board, put our operations house in order, hired staff and now we are in the thick of testing our campaign. This campaign, which was no more than a twinkle in our eye a year ago, is set to change the way consumers appreciate paper and paper-based packaging."

A current roster of Board members is available at http://www.paperandpackaging.org/about/.

About: The Paper and Packaging Board establishes and guides promotions designed to expand demand for paper and paper-based packaging products. Manufacturers and importers of these products participate in the Paper Checkoff, an industry-funded promotion program established by the USDA in 2014. www.paperandpackaging.org

 
 

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Folding carton converter Dee Paper, Chester, Pa., appoints Steve Harrell as its new president effective Feb. 1, 2015. Steve will be replacing Jay Dee who has been active in senior management positions at Dee for more than  40 years. Jay has most recently served as Dee Paper's president and will remain with the company as a member of the Board of Directors and in a sales and customer relations role.

"We are all very excited about the appointment of Steve as Dee Paper's new president and are confident he will continue to build on the past successes of the company," said Dee. "Steve brings a strong background and knowledge of the folding carton market and will be a very positive contributor to the company's future success."

Harrell joined Dee Paper in January 2014 and has served as the general manager for the past year. Prior to working at Dee, he spent 25 years in the offset, flexo and gravure industries. His background includes experience in tobacco packaging, as well as, high-end pharmaceutical, health and beauty and confectionary. He joined Dee Paper after working with several Industry leading, multi-national packaging corporations.

"I'm very excited to be a part of such an outstanding company with a rich history and strong customer following. It will be a pleasure to work with Jay and the rest of the fine Dee Paper team to continue to build upon the company’s success," Harrell said.

Dee Paper appoints new president

Posted in: Packaging Technology 02/20/2015 - 06:47

Folding carton converter Dee Paper, Chester, Pa., appoints Steve Harrell as its new president effective Feb. 1, 2015. Steve will be replacing Jay Dee who has been active in senior management positions at Dee for more than  40 years. Jay has most recently served as Dee Paper's president and will remain with the company as a member of the Board of Directors and in a sales and customer relations role.

"We are all very excited about the appointment of Steve as Dee Paper's new president and are confident he will continue to build on the past successes of the company," said Dee. "Steve brings a strong background and knowledge of the folding carton market and will be a very positive contributor to the company's future success."

Harrell joined Dee Paper in January 2014 and has served as the general manager for the past year. Prior to working at Dee, he spent 25 years in the offset, flexo and gravure industries. His background includes experience in tobacco packaging, as well as, high-end pharmaceutical, health and beauty and confectionary. He joined Dee Paper after working with several Industry leading, multi-national packaging corporations.

"I'm very excited to be a part of such an outstanding company with a rich history and strong customer following. It will be a pleasure to work with Jay and the rest of the fine Dee Paper team to continue to build upon the company’s success," Harrell said.

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Lamitech, Inc., Cranbury, N.J. adds Kevin Rosenberg as senior account executive. He is a career professional in the paper and forest products industry.  Rosenberg is highly experienced in trading primary and secondary tonnage of paper and paperboard, for the converting, packaging and printing industries.

“The addition of Kevin’s valuable experience and reputation enables us to extend our reach into the important secondary fibers market both domestically and internationally,” said Adam Reiser, VP and General Manager of Lamitech Inc.

Lamitech expands with addition of industry executive

Posted in: Packaging Technology 02/20/2015 - 05:00

Lamitech, Inc., Cranbury, N.J. adds Kevin Rosenberg as senior account executive. He is a career professional in the paper and forest products industry.  Rosenberg is highly experienced in trading primary and secondary tonnage of paper and paperboard, for the converting, packaging and printing industries.

“The addition of Kevin’s valuable experience and reputation enables us to extend our reach into the important secondary fibers market both domestically and internationally,” said Adam Reiser, VP and General Manager of Lamitech Inc.

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