Jamestown Container Joins P+PB Box To Nature Initiative Falconer, New York based Jamestown Container Compa- ny announced its participation in The Paper and Packag- ing Board’s (P+PB) Box to Nature program. This initiative aims to revolutionize consumer behavior by promoting re- sponsible recycling practices and sustainability. Studies show that two out of three consumers admit to
program aligns perfectly with our values and commitment to environmental stewardship. We hope other packaging companies will also participate in this program, so we can achieve higher recovery rates for recyclable materials.” Jamestown Container has been providing corrugated packing solutions for more than 65 years. Starting with just five employees, the company has since grown into a multi-facility, concept-to-finished goods corrugated and packaging foam supplier. Case Paper Names Johnson Vice President Of Supply Chain Harrison, New York based Case Paper introduced Jeff Johnson as the new Vice President of Supply Chain. John- son has a background in supply chain, purchasing and
not consistently recycling. Almost half of consumers find some aspects of recy- cling challenging, with only an estimated 40 percent being recovered. The Box to Nature program is com-
capital expense management. As a former VP of Supply Chain and Pro- curements at National Dentex and a VP of Supply Chain Operations at PACE, his prior negotiations result- ed in partnerships with freight giants like FedEx and UPS. Johnson is dedicated to mak-
mitted to changing this narrative. The Box to Nature program features an instruction- al mark on packaging that consumers can scan via a QR code. They’re led to a branded page, which thanks them for their recycling efforts and encourages further engage- ment with an interactive quiz and recycling tips. Joseph M. Palmeri, President of Corrugated Packaging for Jamestown Container, noted how important it is for the company to participate in this program. “We believe it’s our responsibility to ensure that our products contribute to a greener, more sustainable planet. The Box to Nature
ing Case Paper the MVP of the paper industry, a goal he seems ready and willing to take on as an ultra-marathoner, participating in a 50K race earlier this year. Jeff Johnson
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