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Packaging Specialties<\/a> is expanding its manufacturing operations in Fayetteville, Arkansas, with an investment of more than $24 million. The company plans to create 101 new jobs over five years.<\/p>\n \u201cAt Packaging Specialties, Inc. and Pacmac, Inc., we are committed to the continuous improvement of our products, processes, and services\u2014always maintaining a \u2018Customer First\u2019 focus. To support our customers\u2019 growing demand, entry into new markets, and development of new products, we recognized the need to expand our flexographic printing<\/a> capabilities,\u201d said Nick Guglielmi, CEO of Packaging Specialties, Inc. \u201cFounded in Fayetteville in 1974, we are proud to be deeply rooted in Northwest Arkansas. The support we\u2019ve received from the City of Fayetteville and our state representatives has been instrumental in helping us continue to grow and invest in the future\u2014right here at home.\u201d<\/p>\n The expansion will support the company\u2019s continued business growth to meet demand for its printed film products. As part of the expansion, Packaging Specialties will purchase new equipment for the Fayetteville facility to increase production capacity.<\/p>\n \u201cEverywhere you look, Arkansas-grown businesses like Packaging Specialties are expanding their footprints – and the good jobs and investment they offer our state\u2019s communities,\u201d said Governor Sanders. \u201cArkansas is a state where businesses of all sizes can expand and thrive, and my administration is working to keep it that way. Packaging Specialties’ success is proof that when you cut taxes three times, remove regulatory red tape, and invest in a strong workforce, not only do businesses thrive, but the people and communities they serve thrive too.\u201d<\/p>\n Packaging Specialties provides printed films to more than 20 food and non-food industries using one-color continuous to 10-color process printing. The Fayetteville location provides printed packaging films<\/a>; printed lamination films; C-Folding, raw or printed slitting; and INNO-LOK with multiple pre-applied zippers to customers across the United States and internationally.<\/p>\n \u201cPackaging Specialties is growing in Fayetteville, Arkansas, marking the latest growth in its five-decade history in the Natural State,\u201d said Clint O\u2019Neal, executive director of the Arkansas Economic Development Commission. \u201cSince its founding in Fayetteville, Packaging Specialties has been an industry leader and has created jobs in Northwest Arkansas. This is an important milestone for Packaging Specialties and the City of Fayetteville. We congratulate them both on this success, and we look forward to seeing much more growth in the years ahead.\u201d<\/p>\n Packaging Specialties was founded in Fayetteville in 1974 by Hays Biggs. The Fayetteville location remains the company\u2019s corporate headquarters.<\/p>\n \u201cFor decades, Packaging Specialties has contributed to Fayetteville\u2019s economic strength and community character,\u201d said Fayetteville Mayor Molly Rawn. \u201cThis expansion builds on that legacy and highlights the power of partnership between local employers, state leaders, and the City of Fayetteville.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cAs one of our most critical legacy firms in Fayetteville, Packaging Specialties provides a profound impact on our economy as well as tremendous leadership within our business community. We are so excited and appreciative to witness their expansion here in Fayetteville,\u201d said Jennifer Irwin, President and CEO of Chamber Fayetteville. \u00a0\u201cWe also thank the team of support assisting Packaging Specialties, from local to state officials, who helped make this a success. \u00a0On behalf of the Chamber and our entire business community, we thank Packaging Specialties for their commitment to Fayetteville and the many residents they impact, both directly and indirectly.\u201d<\/p>\n Since its founding, Packaging Specialties has grown into a multi-state operation with 473 total employees. The company currently employs 254 at the Fayetteville location.<\/p>\n \u201cPackaging Specialties\u2019 bold expansion in Fayetteville exemplifies the best of responsible, homegrown growth\u2014rooted in our community, fueled by local innovation, and committed to sustainable success for decades to come,\u201d said Washington County Judge Patrick Deakins. \u201cOn behalf of Washington County, I celebrate this milestone and look forward to partnering for even brighter horizons.\u201d<\/p>\n To learn more, please visit www.packagingspecialties.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n