Fedrigoni North America hires commercial team leader

Fedrigoni Self-Adhesives, a supplier of self-adhesive materials, and high value-added special papers for packaging, publishing and graphics, has hired Kevin Cooper as the company’s commercial team leader.

With a career that spans nearly three decades in the printing and converting industries, Cooper brings with him an extensive background in self-adhesive labeling including specialty paper and synthetic substrates. He spent 20 years with GPA, Fedrigoni’s American paper distributor, most recently serving as area vice president, and has also held leadership positions at Arjobex and HP Indigo.

Cooper said, ‘I’m thrilled to be joining the Fedrigoni Self-Adhesives team and look forward to contributing to the Group’s vibrant culture and strong focus on customer intimacy.’

Gene Lauffer, chief operating officer of Fedrigoni Self-Adhesives, North America, said, ‘I am very pleased to welcome Kevin Cooper to the Fedrigoni Self-Adhesives team in North America. During his tenure at GPA, he covered nearly every region of the country as a salesperson or manager and has a keen understanding of our industry and the demands of our extensive customer base. Reporting to Kevin will be the sales management and sales force teams, in addition to our account managers and market specialists in wine and spirits. I look forward to working with him as the company continues to grow and thrive in this dynamic and always-changing industry.’