Don Droppo, Jr. Named in Connecticut Magazine's "40 Under 40"
President and CEO of environmentally responsible packaging innovator, Curtis Packaging, highlighted as one of Connecticut's rising stars
Sandy Hook, Conn. - March 24, 2011 - Curtis Packaging, a leading producer of luxury packaging and a recognized industry leader in sustainability, is pleased to congratulate president and CEO, Don Droppo, Jr., for his selection in Connecticut Magazine's "40 Under 40." Droppo was chosen from a group of Connecticut's most promising young leaders compiled through a competitive nomination process.
"It is an honor to have been selected to stand alongside this inspiring group," said Droppo. "It is truly gratifying to be recognized for making a positive contribution to the state of Connecticut and I look forward to furthering Curtis Packaging's long-standing commitment to socially responsible corporate citizenship."
Because of Droppo's leadership, Curtis Packaging is "a model for other small-to-midsized manufacturers here in Connecticut and nationally," said John Rathgeber, president and CEO of the Connecticut Business & Industry Association. As a direct result of Droppo's efforts, Curtis became the first folding-carton manufacturer in North America to use 100 percent renewable electricity, be carbon neutral, and secure certifications from the Forest Stewardship Council and Sustainable Forests Initiative. In addition to his role at Curtis, he is a vice chairman of the board at the Connecticut Business & Industry Association and an active board member of Reforest the Tropics.
About Curtis Packaging Corporation
Curtis Packaging was founded in 1845 in Sandy Hook, Conn. and is a family-owned, state-of-the-art designer and manufacturer of custom folding cartons. The sustainability-minded firm was one of the first packaging companies to earn Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and Sustainable Forests Initiative (SFI) certification, and has been publically recognized by the State of Connecticut for its biodegradable and recyclable CurtChrome printing process. The business is powered by 100 percent renewable energy and is 100 percent carbon neutral. Curtis is a member of the Sustainable Packaging Coalition, and helped revise the Federal Trade Commission's Green Guidelines. Curtis Packaging provides printing and packaging services to a wide range of industries including natural/organic products, gourmet confectionery, cosmetics, health/beauty aids, liquor/spirits, pharmaceuticals, software packaging and consumer packaged goods. Curtis also offers a range of coatings including Pearlescent, Iridescent, Dispersion Metallic, and proprietary products such as CurtCHROME®, CurtCRYSTAL(TM), CurtCOAT(TM), InvisibleDOT(TM), Piano Black(TM) and SBR(TM).
Contact:
Beth Scherer
Director of Sustainability, Curtis Packaging
203 270 5624
bscherer@curtispackaging.com
www.curtispackaging.com
