People & Places

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Harry Rohde, a visionary in the corrugated packaging industry and a cherished family man. Harry passed away peacefully at the age of 95 on September 11, 2024, in Las Vegas, Nevada, surrounded by his family. Born on July 2, 1929,…

AICC, The Independent Packaging Association, announced the election of a new slate of officers held September 10 during SuperCorrExpo. The new leadership team will guide AICC through the year, continuing to uphold the it’s commitment to education, advocacy, and innovation within the independent packaging sector. AICC’s Officers and Directors for 2024-2025…

Memphis, Tennessee based International Paper announced that its board of directors elected Andy Silvernail as Chairman of the International Paper Board of Directors in addition to his role as Chief Executive Officer effective October 1.  Mark Sutton, who has continued to serve in the role of Chairman of the Board since…

International sustainable flexible packaging manufacturer Korozo Group has appointed Banu Celik as its new Chief Planning Officer (CPO). Banu brings more than 25 years of experience to the role. She is a supply chain and business development professional who has worked in various senior planning and management roles. This includes at…

Green Bay, Wisconsin based Fosber America celebrated its 25th Annual Monday Night Party in fantastically fabulous Fosber fashion on Monday, September 9, at the Mango Tropical Café Orlando during SuperCorrExpo 2024. The company again spared no expense in renting out the entire venue for the private event, complete with an extensive…

Finn MacDonald of Louisville, Kentucky based Independent II, was presented with AICC’s 2024 Member Champion Award on Tuesday, September 10, during AICC’s Awards and Recognition Breakfast held at SuperCorrExpo in Orlando, Florida. The annual award is given to the AICC member who has gone “above and beyond” to promote AICC membership…

Williamsport, Maryland based PSI Group announced the addition of Molly Trinh to the PSI team as newest Packaging Designer. Molly recently earned her BS in Packaging Systems and Design from the College of Natural Resources and Environment at Virginia Tech this past May. The company says they are thrilled to have…

Germany based Koenig & Bauer announced its membership in Women in Print Alliance, a key advocate for women in the printing industry and part of PRINTING United Alliance. The Women in Print Alliance membership program is designed to provide enhanced benefits and greater accessibility for women at all stages of their…

Memphis, Tennessee based International Paper announced its Board of Directors elected Tom Hamic to a newly created role: Executive Vice President and President of North American Packaging Solutions, reporting to CEO Andy Silvernail. Hamic is now responsible for leading the company’s Container and Containerboard businesses in North America. “Tom is a…

Emeryville, California based Geo. M. Martin Company, an industry supplier of rotary die cutter stackers and nicked bundle line components, announced the addition of Riley Ostrowski as Southeast Regional Sales Manager. Riley will be responsible for servicing existing and new Geo. M. Martin customers throughout the Southeast United States, as well…