Appointments: Saica Group names new President, Zeus appoints new group director of marketing

SPAIN – Saica Group, a leading company in packaging solutions, has officially appointed Susana Alejandro as the president, succeeding Ramón Alejandro, who led the company for the past 14 years.

Susana’s appointment, as a member of the third generation of the founding families, marks a historic moment as the first woman to hold the top position at Saica.

In her inaugural address to company stakeholders, Susana made it clear that her leadership would be marked by continuity, maintaining the company’s strategic direction.

“As family business, we have a clear long-term vision and, therefore, succession in presidency does not necessarily imply a change in strategy,” she noted.

“Our course variations are dictated only by the requirements of our customers and market fluctuations.”

Susana highlighted the critical need to tackle climate change, advocating for reforming production and consumption models and bolstering Saica’s commitment to a circular economy.

She also stressed the importance of developing innovative tools to support the company’s strategic objectives.

Zeus Packaging appoints new group director of marketing

Meanwhile, packaging distribution giant Zeus Packaging has promoted Pip Gorringe to the new group director of marketing position.

Gorringe has over 16 years of experience in the marketing sector and more than seven years specifically in the packaging industry.

She has previously held key marketing roles at leading companies, including Logson Group and Swanline Group, where she served as marketing manager; she joined Zeus Packaging last year as head of UK marketing.

Gorringe has been an active member of the Corrugated Promotional Committee for the Confederation of Paper Industries (CPI) for the past five years, serving as Chair for two.

In her new role, she will oversee all global marketing activities across the Zeus Packaging group, leading efforts in market expansion, brand enhancement, and customer engagement.

“I am thrilled to take on this new challenge at Zeus Packaging. I look forward to leading our talented marketing team and driving the company’s growth as we continue to innovate and provide sustainable packaging solutions to our customers,” she said.

Chief executive of Zeus Packaging, Keith Ockenden added: “We are delighted to have Pip step into this crucial role. Her extensive experience and strategic vision make her the perfect fit to lead our marketing efforts.

“We are confident that under her leadership, Zeus Packaging will continue to thrive and expand its global reach.”

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