About Us

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Our service includes a comprehensive consultation to help identify gaps and  opportunities, a comprehensive report that includes a project plan with  timelines and milestones, a cost analysis, and a schedule. We also offer  a suite of quality products that will help you get there quickly and  smoothly. That’s how we ensure your success.

Mission statement– Our mission is to create significant value for our clients by leveraging our years of diverse experience in the packaging and foodservice industry.  We emphasize minimizing resource consumption through the optimized design of single use packaging, by utilizing significant amounts of recycle materials wherever appropriate, and by recommending product and process solutions that are optimized for efficiency and effectiveness. 

Career 30+ years in Plastic and Paper Packaging and Foodservice

Education Masters Business Administration

BS Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering 

AS Plastics Engineering 

Experience 

Dave has experience in product development, business development and operations management. Starting his career with Battelle, an internationally recognized leader of contract research and development, Dave was heavily involved in the development of paper and plastic based products while serving a broad base of industrial clients. 

Dave has 17 years of experience with Pactiv a major, multi-billion dollar foodservice and food packaging corporation where he was successful in strategic business development, product development and operations leadership. 

One of Dave's key skills is working closely with customers to extract or co-develop an understanding of customer needs, and working with product development and manufacturing teams to deliver a responsive and cost-effective solution. A deep understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, product costs, and the persistence to continually look for “win-win” opportunities has contributed to Dave's ability to profitably deliver products that meet or exceed customers’ requirements. 

Career 30+ years in Paper and Plastics for Food Packaging and Foodservice

Education Masters Business Administration

BS Mathematics 

Experience 

Ken has experience running successful businesses, developing new products, managing markets, and managing production facilities. Starting his career with Amoco Corporation, Mr. VanderVelde was responsible for developing strategic plans and assessing capital investments for a dynamic Plastic Products Business Unit. Later he became the facility manager at two extrusion and thermoforming plants, then moved into sales and marketing and finally into Business Unit Management. 

Ken led businesses supplying polystyrene foam trays and plates, molded fiber plates, extrusion laminated paper trays for frozen food packaging, and fluted polypropylene board. 

Having started his career in strategic planning and finance Ken has the ability to understand markets and successfully identify opportunities with high potential return for the suppliers. His manufacturing experience helps him to understand the needs of those using the product, and his marketing knowledge is extremely valuable to sell the “Brand Owner” on the overall concept.