Global Packaging R&D Leader | Fiber-Based & Consumer Packaging Systems | Performance Specifications, Distribution Design & Print Technologies

Overview

Extensive career spanning research, development, and corporate packaging roles within a leading global consumer goods company. Specialized in fiber-based and consumer packaging solutions, from material selection through distribution performance. Known for advancing packaging standards, mentoring technical communities, and delivering scalable packaging innovations. Currently engaged in consulting work supporting major consumer goods organizations.

Short Bio

Veteran packaging R&D expert with more than 40 years of experience in consumer goods packaging systems. Recognized for leadership in fiber packaging, performance specifications, and global packaging innovation.

What I Bring

Deep technical expertise across fiber-based and consumer packaging systems
Proven leadership within global packaging communities of practice
Strong capability in performance-based specifications and distribution design
Practical experience bridging R&D, product supply, and commercialization
Trusted advisor to major consumer goods companies

Key Technologies & Product Expertise

Fiber packaging materials (cartons, corrugate)
Consumer packaging systems
Customization and retail display packaging
Performance-based packaging specifications
Distribution and transit packaging design
Package print and decoration technologies

Titles Held

Packaging Consultant, Boost – Cube Solutions LLC (2022–2025)
Senior Packaging R&D Roles, Procter & Gamble (1977–2018)

Career Highlights

Over 41 years in R&D Packaging within a global consumer goods organization
Recipient of the Ebner Award, the highest Packaging Community of Practice honor (2013)
Namesake of an annual enterprise-wide packaging award recognizing engagement and leadership (2019)
Contributor to multiple R&D development business units, corporate packaging, and product supply organizations
Advisor on packaging initiatives for major consumer goods companies

Languages

English- Native

Impact

Shaped enterprise-wide packaging standards and practices across decades
Advanced fiber-based and consumer packaging innovation at global scale
Influenced generations of packaging professionals through community leadership and recognition
Delivered measurable packaging performance and distribution improvements

Expert Details