Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association names new CEO, WRAP makes two new additions

UK – Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association (MPMA) has appointed Jason Galley as director and chief executive of the association replacing Robert Fell.

Galley has joined as director designate and will assume fully the role of director and chief executive at the end of this year when Fell retires.

His most recent senior role was senior director, global innovation, sustainability and business development at Ball Corporation.

He began his career as a metallurgist at Carnaud Metal Box (now Crown Holdings) and held subsequent senior positions at companies including American National Can, Alcan Packaging and Aerocan, as well as 12 years at Ball Corporation.

MPMA chair, Aidan Ruddock, Eviosys said: “Jason’s wide knowledge of metal packaging and the breadth of sectors within that, made him the standout candidate to succeed Robert. He also brings sustainability expertise which is central to everything that we do.”

On his appointment, Galley said: “There are a great many challenges facing the metal packaging industry – EPR, DRS, and the ongoing impacts of Brexit to name just three.

“There are also evergreen issues around sustainability and ensuring that metal packaging’s voice is well represented at government, retail, and consumer levels.

“I’m looking forward to working with the association’s committees and the industry’s wider sector groups to meet these head-on.”

WRAP makes two new additions to its senior leadership team

Meanwhile, WRAP has made changes to its senior leadership team with the appointment of two new trustees to its board.

Shruti Dudhia, currently director of strategic communications at the C40 Cities Leadership Group joins the board of trustees.

On her appointment, Dudhia said: “I’m delighted to be joining WRAP as a Trustee. I’ve long admired its ability to bring forward credible solutions to the climate crisis, backed by its incredible drive and expertise. I’m excited to contribute to WRAP’s work in creating a more sustainable future for our planet.”

Her 15-year experience in communications and external relations spans roles in the public, private and non-profit sectors, working alongside senior leaders on the international stage.

Her work in government included serving as the Prime Minister’s Chief Press Officer for foreign affairs at 10 Downing Street, as Head of Communications at the British Embassy in Washington DC and at the Department of Energy and Climate Change. She also worked with a range of private sector clients at Hanover Communications.

The other addition is Chris Jones, vice chair of Teneo Strategy & Communications and co-founder of one of Blue Rubicon.

He held the key position with Channel 4 News as the program’s senior home news editor and field producer.

Jones said: “I am enormously excited to be joining WRAP as a trustee. Its work has never been as relevant or as important as it is today. It’s a privilege to be asked to play a role in increasing its influence and impact.”

Harriet Lamb, WRAP CEO added: “We are extremely lucky to have such a talented and passionate board of trustees and I am delighted to welcome Shruti and Chris on board!

“They join us as we gear up for growth and begin to set down roots in another key region and are fantastic additions to our brilliant board. I would also like to thank Robert, Jim and Sachin for their extraordinary support and guidance that helped WRAP on its journey.”

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