Spartanics appoints Kowalewski as new CEO

USA – Spartanics, a global leader in precision engineering and automation technologies for laser cutting, die-cutting, printing, and packaging sectors, has named Jake Kowalewski as its new chief executive officer. 

The announcement comes as Tom O’Hara retires after over two decades at the helm. 

With more than 20 years in industrial automation and manufacturing, Kowalewski joins from roles as chief innovation officer and chief commercial officer, where he managed international teams in sales, marketing, and engineering.

Kowalewski emphasized the company’s dedication to partnerships in a statement. 

He said Spartanics aims to communicate effectively, deliver results, and support the success of customers and suppliers. 

The executive added that thriving partners create a foundation for team growth and lasting operations.

The leadership change coincides with a restructuring to emphasize new technologies and expansion. 

Spartanics has formed a partnership with FVWA Capital, gaining access to fresh resources for development. 

This collaboration deploys equity investments rather than loans, enabling steady progress in manufacturing platforms. 

Felix Henrikson, a partner at FVWA Capital, noted in a statement that Spartanics maintains unmatched standards in engineering and product quality. 

He expressed enthusiasm for working with Kowalewski and the team to expand operations in coming years.

Spartanics, with over 60 years of expertise, supplies systems that enable precise material handling, cutting waste in production lines for flexible and rigid packaging.

In related developments, Supremex, a North American manufacturer of custom packaging solutions and specialty envelopes, appointed Normand Macaulay as chief financial officer and corporate secretary effective September 15, 2025. 

Macaulay brings over 20 years of finance and operations leadership from public and private firms in manufacturing and distribution. 

His latest position was CFO at Nitrex, a provider of heat treatment technologies, following eight years at Wajax in senior finance roles. 

He holds a CPA designation and a bachelor’s in commerce from Concordia University.

Stewart Emerson, president and CEO of Supremex, welcomed Macaulay, stating his expertise in corporate finance, mergers, and process improvements will aid in operational efficiency and revenue expansion. 

Emerson also thanked interim CFO Silvana Reyes Ayllon for her support during the transition.

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