BoardConverting Serving the North American Corrugated and Folding Carton Industries for 39 years July 10, 2023 VOL. 39, NO. 28
Reframing & Reconsidering The Value Of Your Business BY LISA APOLINSKI
Pratt Opens $253M Box Factory In Cedar Hill, TX
Conyers, Georgia-based Pratt Industries, one of America’s leading 100 percent recycled paper and packaging companies, announced it has officially opened its new $253 million advanced manufacturing box factory in Cedar Hill, Texas. At capacity, the 1.1 million square foot plant – one of the largest and most modern of the company’s 71 factories spread across 25 states – will provide 375 full-time, high-pay- ing, green-collar manufacturing jobs bringing Pratt’s total workforce to 11,500. “We’re very honored to be in Cedar Hill and we’re committed to the great state of Tex- as – in fact this is our fifth box factory here,” said Anthony Pratt, Executive Chairman of Pratt Industries. Pratt said the Cedar Hill Corrugating and Innovation Center brings the company’s statewide workforce to more than 1,000, with a total investment of more than $550 million. The company’s total U.S. investment is now more than $10.25 billion. Pratt was joined at the opening by U.S. House Representatives Jasmine Crockett and Marc Veasey.
As your business matures and grows, you may start to think about how you plan on moving towards a significant end goal: selling your com- pany. Whether you are in products or services, every business has to decide on an exit strategy. Will you sell your business to a family mem- ber so the business can continue to grow? Will you bring in investment capital to expand? Will you sell to a competitor as part of a merger and acquisition? Or will you someday simply close the shutters and turn off the lights?
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Many companies will only look at the revenue goals and inventory or client list. There is a misconception that only companies with inven- tory are worth purchasing. There is an even broader misconception that, if you are in the services industry and do not have a tangible asset, you do not have something worth buying. Regardless of whether your company sells boxes or ideas, you may already have business value - you just have not yet recognized it as having worth. Regardless of your current situation, here are ways to reframe your business value. Processes make your company efficient: A scientific process, with documentation that can be accurately followed, is a repeatable pro- cess. Processes that are repeatable, and allow a company to achieve consistent results, take the guesswork out of efficiency and growth. When you have a formula, you can take out chance and become more effective at repeating the formula for success. CONTINUED ON PAGE 24
WHAT’S INSIDE 6 AICC Drops New Episode Of Breaking Down Boxes 8 ICPF Adds To Circle Of Distinguished Leaders 18 Baldwin Launches Guardian Print Inspection System 20 ChromaScape Acquires Kemira Colorants
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The Price is Right!
AVERAGE CONTAINERBOARD PRICES The average prices reported are tabulated from prices PAID by various sources throughout the United States the week previous to issue. Prices in some areas of the country may be higher or lower than the tabulated average. The prices tabulated here are intended only for purposes of reference. They do not connote any commitment to sell any material at the indicated average. Transactions may be completed at any time at a price agreed upon by seller and purchaser.
REGION E. Coast Midwest Southeast Southwest
42# Kraft liner $ 9 55.00-960.00 $ 9 70.00-980.00 $ 9 70.00-980.00 $ 970.00-980.00 $ 1000.00-1 010.00 $ 9 73.00-983.00
26# Semi-Chem. Medium
Short Ton Del. Short Ton Del. Short Ton Del. Short Ton Del. Short Ton Del. Short Ton Del.
$ 890 .00-9 4 0.00 $9 0 5.00-9 2 5.00 $9 0 5.00-9 2 5.00 $9 0 5.00-9 2 5.00 $9 2 5.00-9 4 5.00 $9 0 8.00-9 2 8.00
West Coast U.S. Average
SHEET PRICES BY REGION (AVERAGE) Per 1MSF, local delivery included, 50MSF single item order, truckload delivery. Sheets
E. Coast Midwest South-SW S. CA N.CA/WA-OR US Aver.
200# 275#
$62.26
$72.05
$62.69 $82.80
$85.35 119.54
$73.13 101.29
97.32
99.89
90.86
113.65
OYSTER UP-CHARGE 8.34
8.34
8.34
8.34
8.34
8.34
275# DBL-WALL 350# DBL-WALL
107.46 118.45
114.69 129.32
116.54 137.25 117.82 145.56
141.08 148.46
122.76 131.80
More box makers, brokers and end users are relying on the containerboard pricing in Board Converting News to negotiate their contracts than ever before. See the current prices every week right here on Page 3.
CANADIAN SHEET PRICES (AVERAGE) In Canadian Dollars, per 1MSF, local delivery included, under 50MSF single item order, truckload delivery. 200# 275# Oyster UC 275#DW 350#DW $78.56 $99.18 $9.00 $96.32 $105.83 CANADIAN LINERBOARD & MEDIUM The average prices reported are tabulated from prices PAID by various sources throughout Canada. Prices may be higher or lower in various areas of the country. The prices tabulated here are intended only for purposes of reference. They do not connote any commitment to sell any material at the indicated average. Transactions may be completed at any time at a price agreed upon by seller and purchaser. Prices are Canadian $ and per metric ton.
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Pratt Opens (CONT’D FROM PAGE 1)
“It’s an honor to open this factory with Reps. Crockett and Veasey and I commend them for their strong leader- ship in Washington and laser focus on bringing green jobs to Texas,” Pratt said.
The Cedar Hill site will produce retail specialty prod- ucts as well as corrugated boxes and in-store displays for some of America’s leading companies using the compa- ny’s signature 100 percent recycled containerboard. “Recycling is an important weapon against climate change because as things decay in landfill, they emit methane which is 84 times more potent as a greenhouse gas than carbon dioxide,” said Pratt. “So recycling is an important weapon against climate change.” In addition to bringing new jobs to Cedar Hill, Pratt will also sponsor a training and development program in col- laboration with the city and school district. “This factory will allow the company to grow for years to come, supporting our customers, employees and the community,” said Pratt. Last year, Pratt pledged to invest $5 billion in American recycling and clean energy infrastructure over the next de- cade. In May, Pratt announced its strategic growth initiatives across its nationwide network, the top priority of which is staying at the forefront of the high graphics movement. Pratt Lewisburg, Ohio recently added an HP PageWide digital web press to its equipment lineup to increase speed to market and flexibility while complementing their flexo and offset graphic capabilities. Pratt Industries is America’s fifth largest corrugated packaging company and the world’s largest, privately-held 100 percent recycled paper and packaging company. Pratt was founded in the U.S. more than 35 years ago and operates manufacturing facilities in more than 25 states. The Georgia-based company operates an exten- sive Recycling company to supply six of the most mod- ern, cost-effective 100 percent recycled paper mills in the country, located in: Conyers, Georgia, Staten Island, New York, Valparaiso, Indiana, Shreveport, Louisiana, Wapa- koneta, Ohio and Henderson, Kentucky opening in fall of 2023. Visit PrattIndustries.com for more information. Pratt Industries Cedar Hill Corrugating and Innovation Center.
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AICC Drops New Episode Of Breaking Down Boxes: 'Faith Not Fear' Hosts Gene Marino, President, Akers Packaging Service Group, and Joe Morelli, Vice President of Sales & Mar- keting, Huston Patterson Printers and Lewisburg Printing
Box Shipments ( U.S. Corrugated Product Shipments) Industry Shipments In Billions of Square Feet Month December 2022
Year
Actual
Percent Change Avg Week Percent Change
2022 2021
30.124 34.180
-11.9
7.927 8.545
-7.2
Industry Total
Co., speak with Steve Young, AICC Ambassador at Large, in “Faith Not Fear,” the latest episode of Breaking Down Boxes. Young has had a birds- eye view of the industry for decades thanks to his storied career at AICC. “Some people get into the corru- gated business by design, by family
Year-to Date
December 2022
Year
Actual
Percent Change Avg Week Percent Change
2022 2021
400.520 416.189
-3.8
7.979 8.291
-3.8
Industry Total
Containerboard Consumption (Thousands of Tons)
Year
Month
Percent Change Year-to-Date Percent Change
Steve Young
2022 2021
2.4260 2.7360
-11.3
32.5461 33.8321
-3.8
Are you getting a clean cut? Now you can! or by accident. I got in by the grace of God,” said Young. In this episode, he shares a fascinating history of AICC. "Knowing Steve all these years, I knew he would not disap- point. It was great to dig into his history, especially as AICC will celebrate its 50th anniversary next year,” said Marino. Succession plans rarely go off without some bumps in the road. Young discusses the succession process, which elevated him to the head of AICC, and eventually led to his brief departure from AICC in the mid-90s. Young also shares his thoughts on where he thinks the industry is headed. Hear the whole story available now on all major podcast players or at www.AICCbox.org/Boxes .
Container Board Inventory - Corrugator Plants (Thousands of Tons)
Corrugator Plants Only
Date
Percent Change Weeks of Supply
Percent Change
Dec. Nov.
2.2603 2.2586
0.1
3.5 3.6
-2.8
Shipping Days
Year
Month
Year-to-Date
2022 2021
19 20
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ICPF Announces Nominations to Circle of Distinguished Leaders The International Corrugated Packaging Foundation (ICPF), co-sponsored by AICC – The Independent Pack-
and General Manager at Concept Packaging Group and General Manager for Union Camp Corporation. He also
served on the FBA Board of Direc- tors and was Chairman of the as- sociation from 2015-2016. To join in recognizing Colley and/or Watson, firms and individ- uals can make donations in their name to support their recognition at the 2024 FBA Annual Meeting to be held May 6-8, 2024, at the
aging Association and Fibre Box Association (FBA), announced the nominations of Dennis Col- ley and Pete Watson for induction into ICPF’s Circle of Distinguished Leaders. The program honors exception- al individuals — leaders whose vi- sion, creativity and energy have
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Ocean Reef Club in Key Largo, Florida. Firms and individuals making donations will be recog- nized during the induction ceremony and in a subsequent press release to the packaging trade press. Each honoree will be permanently recognized as a member of the Circle of Distinguished Leaders of the Cor- rugated Packaging Industry at key industry meetings on on wall plaques displayed at the headquarter offices of AICC and the FBA. Contact Caitlin Salaverria at csalaverria@icpfbox.org if you would like to join in recognizing Colley or Watson by making a tax deductible “nomination donation” to ICPF. ICPF then will forward an invoice with mailing and ACH instructions for your accounting department. For more information on ICPF’s Circle of Distinguished Leaders and to see who has been honored in the past, visit careersincorrugated.org .
Dennis Colley
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PMMI Awards $200,000 Education Scholarships To Packaging Students The PMMI Foundation, the charitable foundation of PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technolo- gies, announced awarding nearly $200,000 in education- al scholarships to students pursuing careers in the pack- aging and processing industry. "The PMMI Foundation scholarships embody our com- mitment to fostering the future of our industry, and we take immense pride in paving the way for aspiring indus- try leaders to excel,” says Kate Fiorianti, PMMI director of workforce development. “These scholarships not only rec- ognize the dedication and passion of the recipients but also showcase the unwavering commitment from PMMI to foster excellence in our industry.”
Each year, the PMMI Foundation provides academic scholarships to students studying packaging, food pro- cessing, engineering, and mechatronics. This year's scholarship recipients represent a diverse group of talented individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and potential in their respective fields of study. Among the scholarships awarded are the $75,000 PMMI Member Family Scholarship. This scholar- ship supports immediate family members of PMMI mem- ber company employees who are interested in packaging and processing as a career choice. Fifteen outstanding ap- plicants were selected to receive $5,000 scholarships an- nually. The recipients of the Member Family Scholarships for this year include: • Michael Beske-Somers, University of Vermont, Me- chanical Engineering • Gavin Franz, MSU, Electrical Engineering • Ian Hohn, Colorado State University, Computer Engineering • Trenton Hohn, University of Iowa, Chemi- cal Engineering
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• Jeffrey Santos, Hennepin Technical College, Automa- tion and Robotics Engineering Technology • Sierra Seton, Toronto Metropolitan University, Graphic Communications Management The Electrical Engineering Scholarship awarded $5,000. This scholarship, awarded to one student attend- ing a North American four-year college or university with a focus on electrical engineering, goes to Gavin Boomsma from Michigan State University. The Packaging & Processing Women's Leadership Net- work (PPWLN) Scholarship awarded $5,000. The PPWLN scholarship aims to support women's careers in the pack- aging and processing industry. This year's recipient is Mol- ly Coonfield from Montana State University, who is study- ing Mechanical Engineering. The Mechanical Engineer Scholarship awarded $5,000 to Nathan Gessler from Colorado Mesa University, who is pursuing Mechanical Engineering. The Processing Scholarship awarded $5,000 to Supri- ya Korade, a student at the Illinois Institute of Technology, who is studying Food Process Engineering. The $5,000 Chuck Yuska Scholarship, named in honor of PMMI's former President & CEO of 28 years, is awarded to a student representing innovation in the packaging in- dustry. This year's recipient awarded was Lexi McFarlane from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obis-
• Austin Holderness, Hennepin Technical College, Mechatronics A.A.S • Steven Jones, Metropolitan State University, Computer Science • Karan Karadennavar, Rochester Institute of Technology, Print and Graphic Media • Alexander Kong, Hennepin Technical College, Automa- tion Robotics Engineering Technology • Benjamin Pedersen, Hennepin Technical College, Au- tomation Robotics and Engineering Technology • Thomas Wells, Dunwoody College of Technology, Au- tomation and Controls Engineering Technology The PACK EXPO Scholarship awarded $30,000. This scholarship is the beneficiary of PMMI’s PACK gives BACK events at PACK EXPO International and PACK EXPO Las Vegas. Each year, six $5,000 scholarships are awarded to students attending a North American college or university. Recipients include: • Haleigh Gartner, Clemson University, Packaging Sci- ence • Julianne Hom, California Polytechnic State University, Packaging Value Chain • Marissa Rupert, Pennsylvania College of Technology, Automation and Engineering: Mechatronics • Caden Sand, Alexandria Technical and Community Col- lege, Mechatronics
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The BoxMaker Helps Customer Increase Efficiency With Eco-Friendly Packaging
DOMA Coffee is known for creating high-quality, ethical, small-batch coffee that tastes awesome. Living by the motto, “Use our business for good and not for evil,” the company has been investing in the communities it touches for over 20 years. Sustainability and reducing their impact on the planet have been core values of DOMA Coffee since the company was founded in 2000 in Post Falls, Idaho. According to CEO Chris Harrison, DOMA constantly evaluates their packaging and use of materials to reduce their footprint and use less.
From compostable coffee bags to curbside recyclable metal tin packag- ing, DOMA Coffee has put tremendous thought into their primary product packaging. With a desire to further improve their sustainability profile, they recently put their secondary packaging under the microscope and asked the question, “How can we make this better for the environment?” Wishing to reduce their use of corrugated materials and packing tape, DOMA Coffee reached out to The BoxMaker to help them craft a solution. DOMA Coffee ships product to cafes and grocery retailers located through- out the Western United States. Historically, they were loading product into traditional corrugated cartons, tape sealing them, and then putting those cartons into a master shipper for distribution. The BoxMaker’s Enterprise Sales team consulted with DOMA Coffee and leveraged its award-winning structural designers to develop a solu- tion that not only reduced the brand’s eco-footprint but also improved their business operations. By replacing the stock RSC box that DOMA was previously using with a custom auto-bottom tuck-top style carton, The BoxMaker eliminated the need to use packing tape to seal each carton and sped up box assembly. The result? A 50 percent reduction in order pack-out time and the eradica- tion of tape, saving on materials use and costs. For more than 40 years The BoxMaker has been a custom box manu- facturer and packaging distributor to businesses in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and beyond. The company continuously invests in its people, pro- cesses, and equipment to remain at the forefront of digital print production for corrugated boxes and retail displays. As an experienced leader in this space, we deliver creative custom packaging solutions that conventional print and finishing methods cannot readily produce. Visit boxmaker.com .
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Haire Group Names Christiansen New Client Services Manager Merrillville, Indiana based Haire Group has announced the appointment of Tina Christiansen as its new Client Ser-
vices Manager to advance the com- pany's customer-centric approach. “In 1976, Tom Haire founded our company with philosophy based on taking care of our people, taking care of our customer, doing the right thing and having fun,” said Mike Mul- roe, president of Haire Group. “Tina
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Baldwin Technology Launches Guardian Print Inspection System St. Louis, Missouri based Baldwin Technology Company Inc. announced the launch of the Guardian PQV 4.0 fea- turing advanced automation, micrometer inspection preci- sion and its new Wizard-iQ Interface. Building on the success of Guardian PQV 3.0, the new system offers three upgrades to enable operators — through simplified access to newly automated advanced and powerful features — to enhance efficiency and boost productivity. The Wizard-iQ printing inspection software companion can set up a repeatable process with a few simple clicks, lowering the barrier of entry for new employees. With automated-Delta-E color monitoring, barcode rec- ognition and sensitivity and lighting presets, PQV 4.0 helps take the legwork out of monotonous automation setups. PQV 4.0 boasts micrometer inspection precision for clear and detailed mapping and reporting. The camera systems offer both single- and dual-sided 100 percent print quality inspection for any application. “It’s called the Wizard-iQ because, much like all of Guardian PQV 4.0, it is designed to work like magic to keep printers profitable and competitive,” said John Cu- sack, Business Development Manager for Baldwin Vision Systems.
“Years of close client collaboration and advanced engi- neering have gone into its creation.” The Wizard-iQ features new commands and functions that allow for efficient, time-saving setups and quicker in- spection jobs. An all-in-one interface allows access to en- ter job parameters or to recall a previously run job. “Wave a magic wand with the brand-new ‘Copy All' Function,” said Cusack. “The user only needs to set up on a single label – then simply click ‘Copy All’ and the setup is automatically applied to all others within the job.'' PQV 4.0 is developed for inspecting challenging appli- cations including currency, banknote, security and phar- maceutical. Object-Based Inspection ensures that all features in any job are automatically identified and appropriately tol- eranced to optimize inspection and avoid false defections. “At Baldwin, we remain committed to the printing indus- try by developing technologies that equip printers with the tools to help them be more efficient, more profitable and more sustainable,'' Cusak said. ''PQV 4.0 is just the latest advancement and exempli- fies how we work with our customers to meet their needs for current and future success.” Baldwin Technology is a leading global manufacturer and supplier of innovative process automation, equip- ment, parts service and consumables for a number of in- dustries. To learn more, visit printenomics.com or baldwin- tech.com/pqv-like-magic .
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ChromaScape Announces Acquisition Of Kemira Colorants & Dye Business Cleveland, Ohio based ChromaScape LLC, a specialty colorants and additives supplier, announced the acquisi- tion of Kemira’s colorants and dye business in a deal that closed on May 4, 2023. Kemira’s product line includes basic and direct dyes, organic pigments and special colorants which are used in numerous paper and packaging applications such as tis- sue, cardboard, newspaper and high-end packaging solu- tions for jewelry, cosmetics, and food stuffs. This acquisi- tion includes Kemira’s manufacturing site at Bushy Park in Goose Greek, South Carolina. “With this acquisition ChromaScape becomes the largest independent producer of dyes and pigment dis- persions in the United States and Europe. Our singular focus on color allows us to deliver exceptional value to our customers. We welcome the US and European asso- ciates who will transfer in the acquisition and look forward to continued collaboration with Kemira’s pulp and paper team,” said Seth Tomasch, CEO of ChromaScape, LLC. Chris Banks, Vice President of Sales, said they are very excited about the acquisition of the Kemira dye busi- ness. “Customers tell us that they want a domestic supply source as insurance against future supply chain shocks,” he said. “The Bushy Park plant provides this assurance. Our commitment to providing the best-in-class service ex- perience remains unchanged, and this acquisition will help us continue to deliver on that promise.” Domtar Shares Approach, Outlook on ESG Issues At MX.0 Southeast Event Fort Mill, South Carolina based Domtar, a part of the Paper Excellence group of companies, announced its appear- ance at the 3rd MX.0 Southeast Event where it shared its approach and outlook on Environmental, Social and Gov- ernance (ESG) issues. Paige Goff, Domtar’s vice president of sustainability, spoke to business leaders at the June event which fo- cused on data-driven, resilient and sustainable manufac- turing. When people talk about costs as a barrier to being more sustainable, Goff counters that it’s more expensive to do nothing. “There is an initial investment, but it pays off in the long run,” she says. “Our customers expect us to do the right thing and be responsible stewards of the environment. Our reputational risk is their reputational risk.” Similarly, she says, an effective ESG approach is import- ant for recruiting and retaining talent. The E in ESG gets the most attention, with the emphasis on environmental responsibility and care for natural resources. It’s an area where Domtar has been a leader, particularly in forestry.
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But the G also plays a crucial role in Domtar’s ESG ap- proach. Governance is how Domtar connects the dots from senior leadership to the frontlines of manufacturing, Goff says. Their ESG committee includes leaders from across the organization with a diverse collection of roles and responsibilities. To lead efforts on the company’s six sustainability prior- ities, Domtar created working groups with subject matter experts in each area. These groups focus on putting into practice the improvements that will advance Domtar in water, waste, emissions, fiber sourcing, safety, community engagement, and diversity and inclusion. “Though carbon is the ‘it’ word right now,” Goff says, “We have long been focused on the bigger picture. Our ESG committee is deliberate about our environmental stewardship in a broad range of areas, including water management, responsible fiber procurement, transporta- tion and more. “These really take our efforts beyond just carbon and emissions — though that’s important — to see how we can improve in a number of areas. “Our social responsibility is important to us. We have a legacy of being a good neighbor in our communities, long before ESG was its name. We continue to invest in the places where we operate so that our employees and our communities will thrive together.”
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you have employees, subcontractors or freelancers, that talent pool of team members can go through a rubric and be evaluated at the end of each project to make sure they are bringing value to your company and your clients. Companies today can also leverage talent across the globe, so that your team members can include some of the
There are things you most likely do for your company every day that you consider SOP and obvious. For most new entrepreneurs, some of these pieces of common knowledge are not always so common. No matter how small the process, take the time to set up a process docu- ment that catalogs what you do, how you measure it, and what your standard results are. When it comes to value, having a proprietary process that demonstrates easily re- peatability is gold for a potential buyer. Contacts make your company known: If you go beyond sales and revenue in your company, the next best source of income and business are your company contacts. By having a large pool of contacts (different from purchased lists), you have a community of individuals who know and respect you as well as your company. This list goes be- yond a B2B engagement. Each individual can provide in- troductions, be a champion for work, and give your organi- zation a foot in the door of a potential client. Many companies forget their community and the way in which those contacts within their business provide assis- tance, new project work, and reputation building every day for those companies. The contacts can bring in consistent sales through referrals. These contacts become champi- ons for your company’s growth, and growth equates to revenue. Increased revenue is a clear value-add. Talent makes your company resource-rich: Whether
best and brightest minds from anywhere they are locat- ed. You may need reminders that if you want to see value in that talent pool, you have to remove yourself from that pool. Your job, on top of running day-to-day operations, is to grow your company and bring in amazing talent to do the work. This is the hardest idea to implement, but the real value lies in the team you build to serve your clients.
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AIR CONVEYING CORPORATION is a recognized leader in the industry of Pneumatic Conveying Systems and has been in business since 1968. As an equipment manufacturer rather than simply a sales organization, we have complete control over the quality of material and products which make up your proposed system. Our equipment is found in Printing, Folding Carton and Corrugated plants throughout the country and the world.
Leadership makes your company progress: One of the ways a member of the executive team can increase the company’s value is by being a thought leader and ex- pert in their respective industry. A leadership role can be demonstrated in different ways, including providing expert advice, mentorship of up-and-coming individuals, teaching or lecturing at an industry event, and volunteering for a board position with an industry panel or association. For example, are there voluntary board positions in your industry associations or in universities in your area where you can help mentor and guide the next group of professionals entering the industry? This experience of working with rising talent will help you become a better leader and more in tune with emerging issues. Leaders can also prompt discussions around these issues, leading to the industry doing better in the long run. Take stock in the non-monetary value that you already have put into your company. Your organization is more than just your bottom line – it includes intangible assets that have made your company what it is today. All the ex- perience and relationships you bring to the equation are unique to you and your company, and more valuable than you may think. Lisa Apolinski is an international speaker, digital strat- egist, author works with companies to develop their mes- sage using digital assets. Visit www.3DogWrite.com. Mill Rock Packaging Names Relan General Manager Mill Rock Packaging Partners, a specialty packaging plat- form that invests in companies with advanced service and product capabilities in the consumer packaging indus- try, announced that Sandeep Relan has joined the com- pany as General Manager of the company's St. Paul and Hutchinson, Minnesota facilities. Mill Rock Packaging is a portfolio company of New York-based Mill Rock Capital, a growth and operations-oriented private investment firm. Most recently, Relan was Director of Operations for R.R. Donnelley in Clinton, Illinois, where he developed and ex- ecuted a strategic plan targeting site growth, integration, safety and quality improvement, and product expansion. Prior to that, he directed Rohrer Corporation's largest manufacturing site and was Senior Vice President of Op- erations at Minneapolis-based The Imagine Group. Relan holds an MBA from the University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh and a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Management from Purdue University. “Sandeep's extensive experience in both operations and the commercial space will help us capitalize on the potential of these two facilities in terms of talent and as- sets,” said Allen Ennis, Mill Rock Packaging CEO. “Our goal is to build a national platform, and Sandeep has the
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leadership skills necessary to lead these teams, unlock- ing value as we expand capabilities and tap into additional customer segments.” “I have always been committed to seizing opportunities and driving innovation with a strong focus on customers,” said Relan. “I'm very much looking forward to working with the Mill Rock Packaging team to guide the transformation of these two sites.” Mill Rock Packaging Vice Chairman and Mill Rock Cap- ital Senior Partner Bob Feeser added, “With his focus on quality control, process improvement and business inno- vation, Sandeep will be a valuable addition as we continue to build our specialty packaging company.” Mesirow Advises The Standard Group On Its Sale To PaperWorks Industries Chicago, Illinois based Mesirow announced that it acted as the exclusive financial advisor to The Standard Group on its sale to PaperWorks Industries. Founded in 1932, The Standard Group is a fourth-gen- eration converter of custom printed folding cartons for a diverse set of end markets including branded and pri- vate-label food, household goods and personal care prod- ucts, among others. The company’s 220,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Louisville, Kentucky, will geo- graphically complement PaperWorks’ other paperboard packaging operations. Lou Cortes, President and CEO of The Standard Group, said, “Mesirow served as a trusted advisor to The Stan- dard Group throughout this process. Mesirow’s relation- ships and sector expertise were crucial in identifying Pa- perWorks as an ideal partner. PaperWorks provides an opportunity for The Standard Group to prosper with a larg- er paperboard packaging network, broader technical ca- pabilities and integration synergies. We are excited about the future of The Standard Group in partnership with Pa- perWorks.” “We are proud to have represented The Standard Group in its sale to PaperWorks Industries.” said Rick Weil, Managing Director of Investment Banking at Mesirow. “The Standard Group has a well-established presence and stellar reputation in the folding carton sector and serves some of the top consumer brands in the U.S.” Melanie Yermack, Managing Director of Investment Banking at Mesirow, added: “The mill integration and broader geographic platform PaperWorks offers will sup- port The Standard Group’s continued growth and allow the Company to best service its customers. We were pleased to deliver a successful outcome and look forward to fol- lowing The Standard Group’s continued success.” Mesirow is one of the most active advisors in the paper, plastics and packaging sectors, having completed over 190 transactions in recent years.
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Rusken Packaging Heflin Alabama Plant Pursues ISO Certification Cullman, Alabama based Rusken Packaging, Inc. has an- nounced that its Heflin, Alabama, facility is currently un- dergoing the necessary steps for ISO 9001:2015 quality certification. The Heflin team has been working since February 2023 with plans to be certified by the end of the year. Driv- en by improving the quality for its customers, they have remained committed to earning this certification despite any challenges that have arisen. ISO 9001:2015 certification is centered around quali- ty management systems (QMS), including topics such as document control and planning; management responsibili- ties; utilizing resources; product realization; corrective and preventative actions as well as risk management. Achiev- ing certification at the Heflin facility will lead to enhanced quality systems and efficiencies, greater standardization of policies and procedures, and further establish continual improvement processes to better serve its partners, par- ticularly in the automotive industry. Once certified, Heflin will mark Rusken’s fourth certified manufacturing facility which currently includes Jackson, Tennessee and Jackson, Mississippi (ISO 9001:2015), and Harrisburg, Arkansas (cGMP). Rusken Packaging, Inc. and its Senior Management Team is committed to consistently delivering corrugated fibreboard products on time and to customer specification; carrying out continual improvement efforts in the quality of its processes and products; and continual training of its personnel so they are equipped to better serve their cus- tomers. Visit rusken.com for more information. Smurfit Kappa Announces $350 Million Investment In Mexico Irving, Texas based Smurfit Kappa announced a $350 mil- lion investment in Mexico in the last five years that has increased its production capacity in the country. The Mexican economy is estimated to grow up to 3 percent both this year and next, boosted by increased manufacturing investment. Smurfit Kappa’s latest $12 mil- lion investment in its Tijuana plant includes new machinery and process upgrades that will reportedly increase both printing quality and efficiency. “Mexico is an important market for Smurfit Kappa,” said Laurent Sellier, Smurfit Kappa CEO of the Americas. “We have invested substantial resources both in paper machines and corrugated plants while increasing our net- work to support the country’s economy and our custom- ers’ needs.” Smurfit Kappa has operated in Mexico since 1957 and has had a presence in the northern Baja California region for more than 10 years.
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