Cpa inducts zelesnik into hall of fame

Retiring Executive Director Stan Zelesnik was inducted into the Contract Packaging Association’s Hall of Fame Feb. 25 at the organization’s annual meeting in Tucson, AZ.

NEW INDUCTEE. Contract Packaging Association Executive Director Ed Landon (left) and President John Riley (right) congratulate S
NEW INDUCTEE. Contract Packaging Association Executive Director Ed Landon (left) and President John Riley (right) congratulate S

Zelesnik culminated a 45-year career in packaging by serving as the association’s executive director for the past five years before retiring in late 2010.

“During Stan’s tenure, the Contract Packaging Association has experienced significant growth and success,” says CPA President John Riley, who presented the award along with new Executive Director Ed Landon. “We appreciate his tireless efforts on our behalf, and wish him all the best in this new phase of his life.”

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