People & Places

Hartsville, South Carolina based Sonoco Products Company, a global leader in value-added sustainable packaging, announced that Paul Joachimczyk has been named Chief Financial Officer. Joachimczyk previously was Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Corporate Secretary of American Woodmark Corporation, one of the nation’s largest cabinet manufacturers, based in Winchester, Virginia….

Portland, Oregon based Trillora Packaging Solutions announced the appointment of David Kalman as Chief Executive Officer. Kalman succeeds Richard Lange, who led the company through a successful brand transformation and strategic realignment following its 2023 acquisition by Mimir Group. Kalman joined Trillora in July 2024 as Vice President of Sales and…

Norwalk, Connecticut based Metsä Board Americas announced that Robert E. Heithaus Sr. joined its team as a Director of Sales-Convertors at the end of 2024, bringing with him a passion for environmental stewardship in the paper and packaging sector. “Since then, he has been focused on customers, driving operational efficiency through…

Weyers Cave, Virginia based A.G. Stacker, a leading manufacturer of innovative corrugated material handling equipment, announced the appointment of Cory Deavers to the role of Vice President. Deavers has been an integral part of A.G. for nearly a decade, beginning his journey in the accounting department. Throughout his tenure, he has…

Last week marked a milestone anniversary for Taryn Pyle, Director of Training, Education, & Professional Development, who has been instrumental in shaping the heart of AICC. For 25 years, Taryn has contributed her talent, insight, and passion to nearly every corner of AICC. From revitalizing BoxScore into the industry-leading magazine it…

Tampa, Florida based Advantive announced that Ryan Asche, Chief Financial Officer at Advantive, has been named a 2025 CFO of the Year by the Atlanta Business Chronicle. This prestigious honor recognizes Ryan’s exceptional financial leadership and the critical role he has played in fueling Advantive’s growth and innovation. CFO of the…

Kelly Conner has been rehired by Anderson & Vreeland as a Business Development Manager for liquid, thermal, solvent and water-wash photopolymers. His career began in flexographic printing, where he advanced from machine operator to leadership roles, refining his skills in troubleshooting, technical sales, and business development. In this new position, Conner…

Hunt Valley, Maryland based Mitsubishi Heavy Industries America (MHIA) Corrugating Machinery Division (CMD) announced two key leadership transitions supporting the company’s vision for continued growth and innovation across North America. Daisuke Oda has been appointed President of MHIA CMD from the Service Division of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries in Mihara, Japan. Oda…

The Fibre Box Association (FBA) announced that its Board of Directors re-elected Tim Bergwall, Senior Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer at Greif, as the association’s 2025-26 chairman during their meeting held May 4 in Naples, Florida. Additional officer elections include first vice chairman Mike Riegsecker, Menasha; second vice chairman Jack…

AMERIPEN, a policy and advocacy organization representing the entire packaging value chain, announced the appointment of Lynn Dyer as its new Executive Director, following a comprehensive national search. Dyer assumes the role effective immediately. A recognized leader with deep roots in the packaging industry, Dyer brings decades of experience in public…