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Companies in the packaging industry are typically either a manufacturer or a distributor , but that ’ s the beauty of Premier
Packaging ( Premier ) – we do both ,” opens Jill Gaynor , CEO . “ With six manufacturing plants in the US and locations across the continent including Mexico , we ’ re in a strong position to create lasting solutions that improve efficiency and reduce overall supply chain costs for our customers . “ We see ourselves as problem solvers and solution providers , finding opportunities to make customers ’ jobs easier and drive cost savings for all things packaging . Whether it ’ s right-sizing a package , recommending a different product or method , evaluating processes , identifying sustainable solutions , or recommending automation , we have an extensive portfolio of products ,
equipment , and services to meet a range of packaging needs .”
Seamlessly balancing the values of curiosity and collaboration with its owners ’ entrepreneurial spirit , Premier not only celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2024 , but the business also became female owned and operated . While still in the process of obtaining the Women Business Enterprise National Council ( WBNEC ) certification , Premier is set for a new era of growth and innovation with Jill at the helm .
Inspirational leadership
With these achievements in mind , we ’ re keen to hear more about Jill ’ s career journey to CEO . “ I started out working for an advertising agency based out of Louisville working in a Chicago territory . My husband , John , and his two business partners set up Premier , where I was often assisting them in whatever they
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