GPA Announces New President

Barry Nelson

GPA, the leaders and experts in providing global and industry product intelligence to the Digital, Offset and Flexo communities, announced the appointment of Barry Nelson as President, effective February 10, 2021. 

Nelson has over 33 years of experience successfully leading companies and teams in the paper, packaging and distribution industries, including positions at DS Smith, Vertiv/Xpedx and NewPage/Mead Westvaco/Mead. His passion for the industry and emphasis on investing in people, coupled with his legacy of success will be a winning combination with the team at GPA.

“I am excited to be part of the GPA team and to help continue developing their vision of Innovation Facilitators as part of the Fedrigoni Group.  GPA has been on the forefront of the digital printing industry and together with the talented employees and wide range of products, we will continue to build GPA’s strong momentum,” says Nelson.  “By expanding our product offerings and increasing customer engagement, we will continue to provide innovative solutions helping customers and brands grow their business.”

The combination of engaging interactions with customers and leadership teams, a focus on innovative substrates, and an active participation in industry discussions, all reinforce GPA’s continuing strength in the market place. 

Source: GPA