关于Greif

What’s in a name? Greif gets its name from a family who built a packaging business that would grow into Greif Inc. The name Greif rhymes with life and is pronounced “gryfe.”

Greif is a leading supplier of industrial packaging products and services, growing from its beginnings in Cleveland, Ohio, to a global footprint across more than thirty countries and 200-plus locations.

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Our Vision

Be the best performing customer service company in the world.

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Our Purpose

We create packaging solutions for life’s essentials.

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OVERVIEW & HISTORY

Our People

Greif places the utmost importance on protecting, engaging, and developing a diverse culture. The Company has a workforce of over 14,000 colleagues spread across more than 250 facilities in 37 countries.

Our History

We are innovators – building packaging that’s sustainable, innovative, and focused on circularity.

1877
1877
William Greif and Albert Vanderwyst open a cooperage shop, “Vanderwyst and Greif,” in Cleveland, Ohio.
1923
1923
The first bitumen steel drum is produced, which is still part of the product portfolio today.
1955
1955
Greif transitions from key and barrel heading, and stave mills and cooperage facilities to manufacturing fibre drums and corrugated containers.
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1978
Greif officially enters the containerboard manufacturing business with the purchase of Massillon, Ohio, paper mill
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2001
Greif buys Van Leer Industrial, giving Greif an international footprint and doubling the size of the company. The company’s name is changed to Greif, Inc.
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2018
Greif receives Gold Recognition from EcoVadis due to their ongoing commitment to sustainability and corporate social Responsibility for the first time.
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2022
Greif acquires Lee Container, an industry leader in jerrycan and small plastic container manufacturing.
1908
1908
Greif Bros. Company becomes the largest cooperage plant in the world.
1951
1951
Under the leadership of John C. Dempsey the headquarters moves from Cleveland to Delaware, Ohio.
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1964
Greif purchases technology from Haveg Industries for blow-molding liners, which are inserts for steel and fibre drums, creating a whole new line.
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1998
The Greif Way is first published. Greif’s vision is clear and simple: “In industrial packaging, be the best performing customer service company in the world.
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2010
Greif acquires four Flexible Intermediate Bulk Containers (FIBC) companies including Storsack Group, the largest company in the FIBCs industry.
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2019
Greif acquires Caraustar Industries, Inc., a leading recycled paperboard and packaging solutions company in North America, in the largest deal in the company’s history.
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2024
Greif acquires Ipackchem, a global leader in jerrycan and small plastic container manufacturing.
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THE GREIF WAY

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Greif's values are the same, wherever we are in the world.

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people focused

We lead through our culture, focusing on people every step of the way.

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zero harm

We think safety in every situation. Zero Harm is about each of us finishing the day safe and happy - going home better than we arrived.

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servant leadership

We believe in servant leadership, and as a result, we prioritize the needs and growth of our colleagues and customers.

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Customer Driven

We prioritize the needs of our customers.

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Action Biased

We are proactive, not reactive.

Our Standards

Personal Accountability
Greif is known around the world for integrity. Our people – principled, intelligent and reliable – reaffirm our reputation every day with their every action.

Stay Alert for Safety
We take responsibility to be safe in everything we do. We are diligent in protecting our own safety as well as the safety of our co-workers. We correct unsafe practices or conditions when we see them and stop any activity that brings unnecessary risk.

Respect Others
We treat people the way we would like to be treated while being respectful of their cultural norms.

Be Part of the Solution
When we see something that needs to be done, we do it. When an issue arises, we work together toward a resolution. We put Company goals ahead of our personal agendas in the workplace.

Build in Quality
Quality is our hallmark. Each of us takes responsibility for it.

Remain above Reproach
We compete honestly and adhere to the highest standards of conduct.

Meet and Exceed Our Customers’ Needs
We listen to our customers to learn about their challenges and help them determine their best solutions. We deliver products and services at fair value.

Increase Our Company’s Worth
Our shareholders expect it. Our future depends on it.

Maintain Our Company’s Reputation
The companies with the highest standards provide the highest returns for their shareholders. We will continue to be one of those companies.

Cultivate Supplier Loyalty
We treat our suppliers as vital partners to our business.

Expect Equal Treatment
We constantly evaluate all aspects of the products and services that we purchase. We expect quality at a fair cost.

Remain Free of Obligation
We do not accept lavish entertainment or excessive gifts from suppliers.

Safety in the Workplace
Safeguarding the health and welfare of our people is fundamental. The Company is committed to providing a safe working environment.

Equitable Treatment of All
Regardless of race, color, sex, creed, national origin or age, each Greif employee will be treated fairly.

Appropriate Rewards
Compensation and benefits will be competitive and commensurate with the value received.

Career Opportunities
The Company will be mindful of career opportunities within Greif for its employees.

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LEADERSHIP

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President, Chief Executive Officer

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Larry A. Hilsheimer

Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

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Gary R. Martz

Executive Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary

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Bala V Sathyanarayanan

Executive Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer

Kim Kellermann

Kim Kellermann

Senior Vice President, Chief Operations Officer

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Tim Bergwall

Senior Vice President, Chief Commercial Officer

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Paddy Mullaney

Senior Vice President, Chief Business Unit Officer

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Vivian Bouet

Vice President, Chief Information & Digital Officer

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Bill D’Onofrio

Vice President, Investor Relations & Corporate Development

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Ben Allen

Matt Barnes

Matt Barnes

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Gaylord Benner

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Tom Busby

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Mark Butryn

Cheryl Caudill

Cheryl Caudill

Sarah

Sara Clark

John Clifford

John Clifford

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Gerard de Vries

Maja James

Dr. Maja Durant

Jenny Echols

Jenny Echols

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Abdennour El Mosor

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Andreas Faßbender

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Adam Galliers

Ricardo Goldenberg

Ricardo Goldenberg

Boris Grater

Boris Grater

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Wee Guan Lim

John Grinnell

John Grinnell

Brian Hamilton

Brian Hamilton

Dennis Hoffman

Dennis Hoffman

Pablo Huang

Pablo Huang

Bryan Huret

Bryan Huret

Harikumar Iyer

Harikumar Iyer

Alexander Johansson

Alexander Johansson

David Johns

David Johns

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Aysu Katun

Nick Kaufman

Nicholas Kaufman

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Mike Kegerreis 

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Kevin Kling

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Sebastian Kößler

Tony Krabill

Tony Krabill

Maro Kratz

Marco Kratz

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Chris Krumm

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Matt Leahy

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Luciano Levitin

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Gustavo Libanio

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David Lloyd

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Toby Locke

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Chris Luffler

Linda Lynch

Linda Lynch

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Philippe Marty

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Roy McAdoo

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Gundars Mednis

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Jason Michaels

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Robert Moore

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Rick Moreland

Jaime Moreno Marin

Jaime Moreno Marin

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Eric Nelson

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Sandor Orban

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Eric Osswald

Gina Pfaff

Gina Pfaff

Tara Plazarin

Tara Plazarin

Whitney Porter

Whitney Porter

Aaron Post

Aaron Post

Dawn Reynolds

Dawn Reynolds

Charlotte Rahbek

Charlotte Rahbek

Konstantin Savinov

Konstantin Savinov

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Tal Segev

Anja Simon

Anja Simon

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Jatinder Singh

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Aidzil Subohi

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Peck Ling Tan

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Michael Taylor

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Thomas Thierling

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Christine Trocellier

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Wanda van Engelen

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Hans Vanwynsberghe

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Joel Varnedoe

Geoff Westphal

Geoff Westphal

Kelly Wilkin

Kelly Wilkin

Jorge Yanez

Jorge Yanez

Janine Yang

Janine Yang

Phil Zamperin

Phil Zamperin

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Reda Zangui

Chris Zimmerman

Chris Zimmerman

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GREIF IN THE COMMUNITy

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Greif has a commitment to build a better tomorrow by giving back to our communities today. In accordance with The Greif Way, we strive to create a culture that supports the common good by using our financial and human resources to support charitable organizations that focus on education, health, and social services.
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Kim Kellermann

Senior Vice President, Chief Operations Officer

Kimberly (Kim) Kellermann is the Chief Operating Officer for Greif, overseeing enterprise automation, capital planning and execution, quality and regulatory compliance, environmental health and safety, and global supply chain and logistics operations, including material planning, transportation, and services spending, ensuring seamless operational alignment with the company’s strategic goals.

At Greif, Kim has spearheaded a global transformation, implementing modernized operating models and advancing the company’s business systems to new levels of performance. Her leadership reflects a relentless pursuit of excellence, a deep care for people, and a steadfast focus on aligning operations with Greif’s strategic objectives.

Prior to joining Greif, Kim held key leadership roles in the pharmaceutical industry, including 17 years at Boehringer Ingelheim Roxane Laboratories, where she led a business transformation that doubled business volume, reduced non-value-added time, and exceeded financial targets.

With 30 years of experience spanning multiple industries, Kim’s career has been defined by relentless growth, transformative leadership, and a commitment to driving innovation and operational excellence.

Kim holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial and Systems Engineering and an Executive MBA from The Ohio State University. She has also completed the prestigious Leading Global Businesses program at Harvard Business School.

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Paddy Mullaney

Senior Vice President & Chief Business Unit Officer

Paddy Mullaney is Senior Vice President & Chief Business Unit Officer at Greif, overseeing global operations for Customized polymer solutions, Durable metal solutions, Sustainable fiber solutions and Integrated solutions.

With over 30 years of experience in the packaging industry, Paddy has a proven track record of leading high-performance teams and driving growth. He joined Greif in 2017, where he initially led the growth and development of the Rigid Industrial Packaging businesses in the EMEA region. In 2021, he was promoted to Group President of Global Industrial Packaging, continuing to drive Global business growth, and in 2024, he assumed his current role as Senior Vice President & Chief Business Unit Officer.

Before joining Greif, Paddy was CEO of Clondalkin Group, a global flexible and paper-based packaging businesses in the consumer & pharmaceutical packaging sectors. Prior to that, Paddy held C-Level positions within Clondalkin Group. He has a deep understanding of international markets, a strong commitment to driving customer satisfaction and delivering shareholder value.

Paddy actively contributes to the industry, having served as Vice-Chair of Flexible Packaging Europe. He dedicates his free time to coaching and mentoring young rugby players. Paddy holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Engineering from University College Galway, Ireland, and an MBA from the University of Bradford, United Kingdom.

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Vivian Bouet

Chief Information & Digital Officer

Vivian Bouet is Greif’s Chief Information & Digital Officer (CIDO), joining us on December 5, 2022. Vivian brings over 28 years of experience in business and technology transformation and most recently served as the Chief Information Officer at CPS Energy, the nation’s largest municipally owned energy company with over $12B in assets under management. She was responsible for overseeing the technology roadmap, enterprise architecture, digital experience, business solutions development, and innovation functions. She also provided leadership in corporate strategic planning, change management, and enterprise program management.

In her role as CIDO, as part of the Executive Leadership Team, Vivian will help shape the company’s broader strategic direction, engaging customers and vendors through technology and digital solutions. Significant emphasis will be placed on anticipating change and identifying opportunities for innovation to ensure Greif maintains a leadership position within an increasingly competitive industry landscape while championing continued colleague growth and development.

Bill D'Onofrio

Vice President, Investor Relations and Corporate Development

Bill D’Onofrio joined Greif in August 2014 and currently serves as the Vice President of Corporate Development and Investor Relations. Previously he held financial leadership roles across Greif leading Financial Planning & Analysis, Data & Analytics, Financial Systems and Business Unit Finance.

Prior to Greif, Bill held roles in private equity and investment banking. He currently serves as Board Chair of Flying Horse Farms. Additionally, he serves on the Board of Directors of both the SeriousFun Children’s Network and the Ohio Chamber of Commerce. Bill is also involved with several organizations at the Fisher College of Business.

Bill received a B.S. in Finance from Indiana University and an M.B.A. from The Ohio State University.

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