Companies involved in the f lexible packaging industry participate in their communities and provide services beyond their business models. Here is a look at some of those efforts as well as recent promotions and hires at some companies that are members of the Flexible Packaging Association.
Ship & Shore Environmental CEO Gives Back
Anoosheh Oskouian, president and CEO of Ship & Shore Environmental, Inc., serves on the University of California Irvine’s School of Physical Sciences Dean’s Leadership Council and its Executive Roundtable. She also engages in mentorship at various high schools to promote science, technology, engineering, and math education. In addition to being involved in various community efforts, she is a founding member of Children’s Hope International Literacy and Development, an organization that helps children in need with furthering their education and provides necessities such as clothing and food.
Charter Next Generation Taps New CFO
Charter Next Generation (CNG) promoted Greg Jorgensen as chief financial officer. He will oversee all financial activities, including financial planning and analysis, financial reporting, accounting, tax, treasury, investor relations, risk management, and information technology. He also will be a member of the company’s executive leadership team. He has held several positions at other companies before joining CNG in 2022, including chief accounting officer and treasurer at The Azek Company.
Journey Named to Role at BW Packaging
BW Packaging, Barry-Wehmiller’s global team of packaging professionals, reported that Jeff Journey joined the company in 2023 as vice president of aftermarket. In his new role, he will help drive strategic plans that leverage technology, tools, and business process optimization to create new value for customers, the company says.
Miraclon Names Director of Product Support
John Prindl has been named director of product support at Miraclon, home of Kodak Flexcel Solution.
He will lead the company’s technical product experts responsible for supporting new product introductions and developing the applications expertise that enables customers to maximize their technology investments.
He previously held positions at Henkel Corporation and 3M. Prindl is based in Miraclon’s Technology & Innovation headquarters in Oakdale, Minnesota.
Emerald Packaging Promotes From Within
Early in 2023, Emerald Packaging promoted Pallavi Joyappa to president. She has been with the company based in Union City, California, for about 18 years, serving in various jobs— including chief operating officer—before her promotion.
Above and Beyond/Transitions wants your news. Please send us information about how your company is giving back to your communities—charitable events, community drives, and other initiatives. We also would like to report when someone is hired or promoted to a senior position. Email Thomas Barstow, senior editor, at thomas.barstow@theygsgroup.com and flexpackvoicecontent@theygsgroup.com.