Partnership In Action: PPC Visits Curtis Packaging BY EMILY LEONCZYK
There are some company visits that stay with you long af- ter you leave the building. My recent time with Don Drop- po, Kerry Brown, and the team at Curtis Packaging was one of those experiences. When Kerry casually mentioned, “We’re going to have a quick moment to meet with the team before the tour,” I expected a few introductions and a handshake or two before heading onto the floor. Instead, nearly a dozen managers walked into the room. What struck me immediately was not just the size of the welcome, but the sincerity behind it. One by one, we went around the room meeting leaders from across the
organization. The conversation felt genuine, personal, and intentional. Before I had even stepped onto the production floor, I already understood something important about Curtis PPC President Emily Leonczyk visits Curtis Packaging.
Packaging: This is a company built around people. The care and collaboration they extend internally is the same energy they bring to customers, suppliers, and industry partners. You can feel it in the way teams communicate, how departments work to- gether, and the pride people take in sup- porting one another. Legacy Built On Craftsmanship Founded in 1845, Curtis Packaging has been a trailblazer in the luxury packaging industry for nearly two centuries. As one of the oldest independent packaging com- panies in the U.S., they have built a legacy defined by craftsmanship, innovation, and a steady commitment to quality. But what stood out most during my visit was how grounded the company remains in its family values and culture. Curtis Packaging has clearly made a long-term investment in its people. There is a deep sense of pride across the organi- zation, and it is easy to see why. From the production floor to leadership, employees are empowered to contribute ideas, col- laborate openly, and continue pushing the company forward. Their philosophy says it best: Driving loyalty through our passion for your suc- cess. After spending time with the team, it became clear that this is not just a tagline. It is embedded into how they operate ev- ery day. Leadership That Shapes Culture You can see this philosophy reflected in the leadership of Don Droppo, President and CEO of Curtis Packaging, whose care for people shapes the organization’s tone. There is a clear focus on long-term rela-
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