PPC Appoints New Executive Director and Vice President

The Paperboard Packaging Council (PPC) has appointed Emily Leonczyk Executive Director and Vice President of the company. Leonczyk has served with PPC for five years, and will now oversee company operations facilitate stakeholder collaborations, and drive strategic initiatives. Former president Ben Markens will continue to serve as PPC’s chief staff officer. 
 
“I am honored to serve as the Executive Director and Vice President of PPC, and grateful to the entire community for their support and trust. It’s my commitment to listen and respond to the needs of our members and empower our passionate and hardworking team to elevate the industry for the benefit of all,” said Leonczyk.
 
Leonczyk has worked at PPC since 2018, her most recent role being Director of Operations. Her most notable role in the company has been overseeing the 2018 rebrand of PPC, and she played a crucial role in guiding the company through the COVID-19 pandemic. 
 
“My goal is to have the systems in place so that we can be agile, assess the impact of our programs, and ensure they positively impact our numbers,” Leonczyk added. 
 
Focusing on sustainability, Leonczyk plans to promote paperboard as a renewable and recyclable packaging material and develop a viable workforce. 
 
Markens commented, “Emily’s leadership and dedications have been evident throughout her time with PPC, and her background in trade association management, business development, and marketing positions her well for the new role. I am sure that her approach will take the organization to new heights, provide an elevated experience for members, and ultimately lead us into the future.”
 
Highlighting female power in the paperboard packaging industry, Leonczyk commented, “as a woman in a leadership role, I feel deep responsibility to empower and support other women in the industry. Collaborating closely with Laura and other women leaders, we aim to inspire positive change and drive the industry forward.”