Graphic Packaging Holding Company Appoints Elizabeth Spence as Executive Vice President, Human Resources

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Graphic Packaging Holding Company (NYSE: GPK) announced the appointment of Elizabeth Spence as executive vice president, human resources. Spence, formerly vice president at Gypsum Management and Supply, brings extensive experience from roles at Assurant, BellSouth/AT&T, and The Coca-Cola Company. She will oversee the strategic direction and execution of human resources and communications. CEO Michael Doss expressed confidence in her ability to attract and retain top talent as part of the company's Vision 2025 objectives.

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• Elizabeth Spence brings extensive HR expertise and experience from recognized companies.
• Her appointment is expected to strengthen talent acquisition and retention strategies.

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• Transitioning to a new leadership team may introduce initial disruptions.

ATLANTA, April 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Graphic Packaging Holding Company (NYSE: GPK), today announced that Elizabeth Spence will join the company as executive vice president, human resources. Spence will have responsibility for leading the strategic direction and operational execution of all aspects of human resources as well as the internal and external communications functions.

Ms. Spence joins Graphic Packaging from Gypsum Management and Supply where she was most recently vice president and chief human resources officer. Prior to that, she was vice president of human resources at Assurant and held leadership roles within BellSouth/AT&T and The Coca-Cola Company. "Elizabeth's depth of human resources expertise, coupled with a diverse background in manufacturing and service make her extremely well-qualified to lead our human resources team as we strive to attract, support and retain the highest level of talent worldwide," said president and CEO Michael Doss. "I am very excited to have Elizabeth join my leadership team, and I know she will make significant contributions toward our realization of Vision 2025."

About Graphic Packaging Holding Company

Graphic Packaging Holding Company (NYSE: GPK), headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, is committed to providing consumer packaging that makes a world of difference. The Company is a leading provider of fiber-based packaging solutions for a wide variety of products to food, beverage, foodservice, and other consumer products companies. The Company operates on a global basis, is one of the largest producers of folding cartons and paper-based foodservice products in the United States and Europe and holds leading market positions in solid bleached sulfate paperboard, coated unbleached kraft paperboard and coated recycled paperboard. The Company's customers include many of the world's most widely-recognized companies and brands. Additional information about Graphic Packaging, its business and its products is available on the Company's web site at www.graphicpkg.com.

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FAQ

Who is Elizabeth Spence and what is her new role at Graphic Packaging (GPK)?

Elizabeth Spence has been appointed as executive vice president of human resources at Graphic Packaging (GPK), responsible for leading HR strategy and communications.

What experience does Elizabeth Spence bring to Graphic Packaging (GPK)?

Spence has held significant HR roles at Gypsum Management and Supply, Assurant, BellSouth/AT&T, and The Coca-Cola Company.

What are the expected impacts of Elizabeth Spence's appointment on Graphic Packaging (GPK)?

Her appointment aims to enhance talent attraction and retention, contributing to the company's Vision 2025 goals.

When was Elizabeth Spence appointed to Graphic Packaging (GPK)?

Elizabeth Spence was appointed on April 4, 2022.