AICC Shares Latest Episode Of Breaking Down Boxes Podcast
can-do spirit that defines Atlas today. “We’ve been taking risks for decades,” he says. “You get knocked down, you get back up—and you keep going at it every day.” Listeners also get a candid look at the company’s open-book management philosophy, its focus on em- powering employees, and the deep family values and philanthropy that run through Atlas’s success story. “Paul’s background, story, and experiences are atyp- ical of how an AICC member came into the business,” said AICC President Mike D’Angelo. “This podcast deliv- ers some real pearls that listeners can relate to and uti- lize. All delivered in Paul’s inimitable style!” Since 1968, Atlas Container has been a trusted man- ufacturer of high-quality corrugated packaging and inno- vative design solutions. With a solid track record of oper- ational excellence and financial strength, Atlas continues to deliver extraordinary customer service, and compre- hensive packaging products and services that meet di- verse shipping, storage, and logistical needs. Breaking Down Boxes is
The latest episode of AICC’s Breaking Down Boxes, Punches, Pivots & Packaging , delivers an unfiltered and entertaining conversation with Paul Centenari, President and CEO of Atlas Container. Hosted by Jeff Pallini of Fosber America and George Perreira of Moyy, this episode traces Paul’s remarkable jour- ney—from Golden Gloves box- ing to founding a thriving inde- pendent packaging company alongside his brother, Peter. “Paul lived up to his repu- tation in telling his story unfiltered, honest, humble, and with humor. Love that guy,” said Pallini. Listeners will hear how a few humbling lessons and a few hard hits—both in and out of the ring—shaped Paul’s approach to leadership, risk, and resilience. What began with “other people’s money” and a desire to make some- thing evolved into one of the industry’s most respected, fast-moving operations. Paul’s story is equal parts grit and humor. He recounts lessons learned from early mentors, reflections on work- ing alongside family, and the culture of accountability and Paul Centenari
available on all major podcast platforms and www.AICCbox. org/Boxes . New episodes drop the first Monday of the month and feature independent pack- aging industry leaders sharing the challenges and triumphs that shaped their companies.
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