Circle of Distinguished Leaders

ICPF honors exceptional individuals, leaders whose vision, creativity and energy have moved the entire corrugated industry forward, in a program that recognizes the Distinguished Leaders of the Corrugated Packaging Industry. Naming a corrugated industry leader to the ICPF “Circle of Distinguished Leaders” ensures that those who have made their mark on this global industry will receive a permanent tribute to their vision, their business acumen, and their commitment to excellence in support of the corrugated packaging industry.

Business colleagues, friends, and family are invited to bring honor to an exceptional individual through this special ICPF program. Nomination entails a single or group tax deductible contribution or pledge to ICPF of $15,000 – $17,500 (ICPF partner vs. non-partner nomination), that can be paid in one lump sum, pledged over time or collected through multiple smaller donations to ICPF made in the name of the nominee by companies and individuals. Most importantly, the net receipts are used by ICPF to fund programs to support the current and future workforce needs of the industry. To acquire a nomination form or to learn more about making a nomination, contact ICPF at csalaverria@icpfbox.org.

In June 2023, two more industry leaders were nominated for induction into this prestigious group:

Dennis Colley

2023 Circle of Distinguished Leaders Nominee

Dennis Colley spent 35 years at International Paper where he held management positions in mill operations, converting operations, global containerboard and supply chain. He just recently retired from Fibre Box Association (FBA), where he led the association as President and CEO for the past 12 years. He also managed the International Corrugated Case Association (ICCA) as President and CEO since 2016.

Pete Watson

2023 Circle of Distinguished Leaders Nominee

Pete Watson retired in 2022 after 22 years with Greif, Inc. Pete served as Executive Chairman, President and CEO since 2015. Prior to his time with Greif, he served as Vice President and General Manager at Concept Packaging Group and General Manager for Union Camp Corporation. Pete also served on the FBA Board of Directors and was Chairman of the association from 2015-2016.

How to Make a Donation

If you would like to join in recognizing Dennis and/or Pete, firms and individuals can make donations in their name to support their recognition at the 2024 FBA Annual Meeting to be held May 6-8, 2024, at the Ocean Reef Club in Key Largo, Florida. Firms and individuals making donations will be recognized during the induction ceremony for Dennis and Pete, and in a subsequent press release to the packaging trade press. Contact Caitlin Salaverria at csalaverria@icpfbox.org if you would like to make a tax deductible donation.

Circle of Distinguished Leaders Inductees