The Newark Group Ramps Up Product Development

The Newark Group, based in Cranford, N.J., which specializes in the collection of secondary fibers and the manufacturing and converting of 100 percent recycled paperboard, has expanded its product development team as the company commits to leading the industry in new product development and innovative solutions.

To meet the needs, the company has added Michael Meuli and David Guelzow to its staff as new business development managers for the converting divisions of Newark BCI and Newark Paperboard Products.

Meuli, a LEAN-certified executive brings experience from companies including Kimberly-Clark, while Guelzow, brings strategic business development experience with a focus on primary and secondary packaging markets. A third specialist is expected to join The Newark Group in July.

“We have said that new business and new product innovations are key priorities for The Newark Group as we move into our next century of excellence,” says Frank Papa, president and CEO of The Newark Group. “These are not just words, they are commitments, and the addition of seasoned executives with the ability to help explore the possible is what will get us there.”