Consumer >> CEO Interviews >> April 22, 2002
PAUL J. GRISWOLD is a seasoned executive whose strategic vision,
management, and leadership skills have helped establish him as an
effective leader both internationally and on Wall Street. Since joining
Paxar Corporation in February 2000 as President and Chief Executive
Officer, Mr. Griswold has helped to maintain the company's global
presence while continuing to leverage Paxar's key strengths and enhance
its competitive position as an industry leader. Prior to his position at
Paxar, Mr. Griswold was Vice President of International Operations for
Tenneco Packaging. During his two years with PepsiCo, Mr. Griswold had
the opportunity to involve himself in a comprehensive supply chain
management position as he led the operations and procurement side of the
company's $8 billion beverage business. While serving in this capacity,
Mr. Griswold was also selected to head up a major reengineering project
in conjunction with CSC Index. Mr. Griswold began his career with
International Paper, holding a succession of positions from marketing
and sales to logistics and operations. After 13 years with IP, he
managed a technology partnership backed by Bear, Stearns where he served
as President and Chief Operating Officer, playing a major role in taking
the company public. In addition to his role as President and Chief
Executive Officer, Mr. Griswold is also a member of Paxar's Board of
Directors. He holds an MS in Finance from Seton Hall University and a BS
in Mathematics from Fordham University. Profile
of Paxar Corporation?
Mr. Griswold: Paxar is a New York Stock Exchange listed public company.
It went public in 1969 as a
