Clearwater Paper Announces New SVP and GM for Pulp and Paperboard Division
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Clearwater Paper (Spokane, Wash., USA) on Sept. 26, 2018 announced a key divisional executive appointment. Effective October 1, Steve Bowden is named SVP and GM of the pulp and paperboard division.
"Steve truly exemplifies our core values and brings to Clearwater Paper his extensive experience in the print, packaging, and paperboard manufacturing businesses," said Linda K. Massman, president and CEO. "I am confident that with Steve’s leadership, we will continue to strengthen our position as a leading manufacturer of high-quality paperboard while continuing our focus on operational efficiencies."
Before joining Clearwater Paper, Bowden was president of America’s food and beverage division for Multi-Color. He also held key leadership roles at International Paper, including the EVP of marketing and strategy for xpedx, formally an International Paper division, and mill manager for the company’s Augusta, Ga., coated paperboard facility.
Bowden received his Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from Auburn University and completed executive programs at Louisiana State University and the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University.
