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experience in packaging and value-added custom manu- facturing. Prior to joining JohnsByrne, Andrews served as CEO of several leading firms including EasyPak and D&W Fine Pack. “I am honored to step into this role and continue the legacy that Corey and the Gustafson family have built,” said Andrews. “JohnsByrne is a company defined by inno- vation, passion, and an unwavering commitment to quality. I look forward to working with our talented team of valued employees to deliver exceptional solutions to our custom- ers.” Gil Klemann, Managing Partner at GHK and Chairman of JohnsByrne, recognized the lasting impact Gustafson has had on JohnsByrne. “Corey has been a tremendous leader, helping to build JohnsByrne into a true industry pioneer with a reputation for excellence and creativity in serving its customers. His vision and dedication have positioned the company for sustained, long-term success.” Klemann added, “Kevin brings a wealth of experience and a strategic mindset that will help shape the future of JohnsByrne. His focus on innovation and the development of deep customer partnerships aligns well with JohnsBy- rne’s core principles and will allow him to successfully guide the business through this next phase of growth. We look forward to partnering with him to drive continued suc- cess through commercial excellence and strategic M&A that further strengthen JohnsByrne’s market leadership.”
help ensure a seamless transition of leadership, culture and strategic direction. Founded in 1959, JohnsByrne has remained committed to innovation, quality, and customer service throughout decades of family ownership and its recent partnership with GHK Capital Partners (GHK). Gustafson has been instrumental in expanding the Company from a boutique Printers Row manufacturer to a luxury packaging provider serving some of the world’s most recognized brands. Under his leadership, JohnsBy- rne has grown significantly, pioneering advancements in premium packaging, and delivering market-leading prod- ucts for customers and consumers. “Leading JohnsByrne has been an incredible honor,” said Gustafson. “My father founded this company on the principles of craftsmanship, creativity, and customer com- mitment, and I have been privileged to continue that leg- acy alongside my brothers. Kevin’s leadership and track record of success in guiding teams through customer-cen- tric growth make him the ideal CEO to build on our strong foundation. Finding the right leader was critical for us and I am confident Kevin will lead JohnsByrne into an exciting new chapter. As proud as I am with the growth of the Com- pany to date, I am now equally thrilled with the opportuni- ties ahead of us to take JohnsByrne to new heights.” Andrews is a proven Chief Executive with extensive
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