Trillora Packaging Solutions Names Industry Veteran David Kalman CEO Portland, Oregon based Trillora Packaging Solutions an- nounced the appointment of David Kalman as Chief Ex-
growth, and organizational alignment. His appointment signals the next growth phase for Trillora as it continues to evolve its packaging solutions and global services for leading brands in apparel, footwear, and sporting goods. “I’m truly grateful for this opportunity to serve Trillora and the customers who have placed their trust in us,” said Kalman. “Over the past year, I’ve seen how deeply commit- ted our team is to helping customers navigate complexity, disruption, and constant change in their businesses. It’s something I take seriously. My focus in this new role is sim- ple: listen to our customers, support our team, and stay true to the values that got us here.” Kalman’s leadership will also guide the company to- ward expanded service capabilities that help global brands meet rising expectations around sustainability, supply chain transparency, and responsible sourcing. “Our customers’ needs are evolving, and we have an
ecutive Officer. Kalman succeeds Richard Lange, who led the com- pany through a successful brand transformation and strategic re- alignment following its 2023 acqui- sition by Mimir Group.
Kalman joined Trillora in July 2024 as Vice President of Sales and Marketing and brings more than 25 years of leadership expe- rience focused on customer relationships, commercial David Kalman
opportunity to evolve with them,” Kalman said. “When you combine genuine care for customers with meaningful insights into environmental impact, social respon- sibility, and supply chain transparency, you create packaging strategies that do more than meet business needs. They help build more sustainable, accountable operations that benefit everyone.” Trillora leads global packaging pro- grams with support from a strategically integrated production network through- out Asia and dedicated sales and account management teams in Europe and the United States. The company continues to serve as a trusted partner in packaging performance, from design and sourcing through quality assurance and delivery. Pratt Industries To Layoff 53 Workers In Livonia, MI Atlanta, Georgia based Pratt Industries plans to permanently lay off 53 workers at its converting and transportation facility in Livonia, Michigan on August 10, according to WARN notice filed this month with the Michigan Department of Labor and Eco- nomic Opportunity. The company listed reduced business as the reason for the layoffs and said that “Ford has decided to end its relationship with the company.” Pratt Industries also operates a converting and transportation facility in Grand Rapids and a recycling plant in Kalamazoo. The company says it is the largest privately held 100 percent recy- cled paper and corrugated box manufac- turer with 70 factories in America.
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