Board Converting News, November 24, 2025

PPC Elects Hilda S. Murray As New Board Chair

The Paperboard Packaging Council (PPC) has announced the election of Hilda S. Murray, Executive Vice President and Owner of TPC Printing & Packaging, as the new Chair of its Board of Directors. Murray’s appointment marks a continuation of strong, values-driven leadership at PPC as the organization ad- vances its mission to promote innovation, collaboration, and sustainability across the North American paperboard packaging industry. A respected leader and advocate for independent con- verters, Murray brings decades of business and industry experience to her new role. Under her leadership, TPC Printing & Packaging, a 100-year-old, family-owned folding

Hilda S. Murray

carton converter based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, has grown into a dynamic company recognized for its crafts- manship, innovation, and commitment to sustainability. “Hilda’s leadership represents the very best of our in-

dustry,” said Emily Leonczyk, Executive Director and Vice President of the Paper- board Packaging Council. “Her deep un- derstanding of both the challenges and opportunities facing converters today, combined with her passion for people and innovation, makes her the ideal person to guide PPC through this next chapter. She embodies the values of integrity, adapt- ability, and community that define our membership.” Throughout her career, Murray has helped TPC evolve through multiple indus- try transformations—from textiles to digital workflows, from mass-market to high-end luxury packaging, and, most recently, into rigid box manufacturing. Known for her forward-thinking mindset, she has cham- pioned new technologies and sustainable materials, helping TPC remain competitive and resilient amid an ever-changing mar- ketplace. Commenting on her new role, Murray said, “It’s an incredible honor to serve as PPC’s Board Chair at such a pivotal time for our industry. As converters, we share a spirit of creativity and collaboration that drives continuous improvement. My goal is to build on that energy, to unite and sup- port our members through change, cele- brate one another’s success, and keep moving the industry forward together.” Under Murray’s leadership, PPC will continue to strengthen its member com- munity through education, advocacy, and workforce development initiatives, while advancing the sustainability of paperboard packaging. Learn more about the PPC Executive Committee and Board at paperbox.org .

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