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New president and COO for Automated Packaging Systems

Automated Packaging Systems has promoted Cliff Brehm to company President and Chief Operating Officer.

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In his new position, Brehm will have responsibility for day to day operations of the global business and will manage the strategic direction of the company. Previously, Brehm held the position of Chief Operating Officer, to which he was promoted in 2008, with responsibility for all domestic operations. He will report to the founders of the company, Hershey Lerner, Chairman, and Bernie Lerner, CEO.

Company co-founder and CEO, Bernie Lerner says, “Cliff has been employed or affiliated with Automated Packaging Systems for a total of 33 years and his successful leadership has been evident throughout his career.” “He knows our customers and our products as well as anyone in the packaging industry and we are excited to have his energy and experience lead us into the next decade as we invest in new products and global expansion.”


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