Graphic Packaging International (GPI), Atlanta, Ga., USA, has announced the appointment of  His career with Graphic Packaging spans more than 27 years and includes roles such as: SVP, global beverage and Europe; chief integration officer and European CFO; and SVP, global supply chain. 

"Joe has been instrumental in our profitable growth and ongoing acquisition strategy within Europe," said President and CEO Mike Doss. "His deep experience within our industry makes him the ideal candidate to lead the Americas region."  As a result of this structural change, Mike Ukropina, formerly SVP, GPI Consumer Packaging Division, will leave the company.  

Graphic Packaging International, a subsidiary of Graphic Packaging Holding Co., is a provider of paper-based packaging solutions for a wide variety of products to food, beverage, and other consumer product companies. The company operates on a global basis, is one of the largest producers of folding cartons in the U.S., and holds leading market positions in coated unbleached kraft paperboard and coated-recycled paperboard. 

Hexion Inc. is a manufacturer of thermoset resins. It serves the global wood and industrial markets through a broad range of thermoset technologies, specialty products, and technical support for customers in a diverse range of applications and industries.

 

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