Trillora Packaging Solutions, formerly Billerud Managed Packaging, has appointed David Kalman as its new chief executive officer (CEO), succeeding Richard Lange.
Kalman joined the company in July 2024 as vice president of sales and marketing with two decades of leadership experience.
Richard Lange played a key role in the brand transformation to Trillora in January 2024 and strategic realignment after the company’s acquisition by Mimir Group in August 2023.
Kalman’s expertise in customer relationships and commercial growth will be crucial for Trillora’s next growth phase towards transparent supply chains, ethical procurement practices and enhancing its service offerings to assist international brands in addressing the growing demands for sustainability, stated the company.
Kalman said: “Over the past year, I’ve seen how deeply committed our team is to helping customers navigate complexity, disruption, and constant change in their businesses. It’s something I take seriously. My focus in this new role is simple: listen to our customers, support our team, and stay true to the values that got us here.”
Trillora provides solutions to brands within the apparel, footwear, sporting goods, and outdoor equipment sectors.
Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, US, the company has a strategically integrated production network throughout Asia, and dedicated sales and account management teams in Europe and the US.
Kalman added: “Our customers’ needs are evolving, and we have an opportunity to evolve with them.
“When you combine genuine care for customers with meaningful insights into environmental impact, social responsibility, and supply chain transparency, you create packaging strategies that do more than meet business needs. They help build smarter, more sustainable, accountable operations that benefit everyone.”
