Parkside appoints Joe Strathearn as global sales director

Parkside has appointed Joe Strathearn as its new global sales director, with the flexible packaging company tasking him to expand its global reach and drive innovation across its Specialty and Tobacco divisions.

Strathearn brings extensive experience in packaging sales and leadership, beginning his career in paper before transitioning to flexible packaging. He has held several senior leadership roles, most recently serving as UK sales director at Coveris Group.

His immediate priorities will focus on strengthening Parkside's existing partnerships while building new relationships and ensuring the company continues to deliver value-driven services for its customers.

'I've admired Parkside for many years - for its strong reputation in innovation, and most importantly, its culture,' Strathearn commented. 'Having recently had the chance to get to know the business and its people more closely, it's clear that behind the company's success is not only a highly skilled team, but also a genuine sense of pride in the contribution each individual makes.'

The new global sales director expressed enthusiasm about joining the flexible packaging provider. 'I feel genuinely privileged to join Parkside at this stage of its journey,' he noted. 'It's not often you find a business that reflects your own values so closely, and I'm truly grateful for the opportunity to play a part in its future.'