Graphic Packaging International, Inc. announces that Chairman and CEO David Scheible has been named the RISI 2015 North American CEO of the Year. 

RISI, the leading publisher of information for the global forest products industry, selects the CEO of the Year from nominations by investment analysts and portfolio managers covering the forest products sector.  This year's award will be presented on September 30 at the Annual RISI North American Conference in Chicago.

Under Scheible's leadership, Graphic Packaging has transformed into a pure-play, vertically integrated global paperboard packaging company with a clear growth strategy, focused on expanding the business and delivering long-term shareholder value. The company has more than doubled its size and significantly improved its profitability.  Stock price has more than tripled since 2012 as the company sharpened its focus on core markets of food, beverage and consumer products through both organic growth and considerable acquisition-based growth around the world.  

During his tenure, Mr. Scheible has fostered a well-led company culture where more than 12,500 global employees exemplify a commitment to corporate values, operational excellence, customer focus, sustainability and continuous improvement.  GPI's strong ongoing investments across its paperboard mills and converting facilities have resulted in a top quality and cost position within the industry.  The company creates significant customer value through meaningful innovation platforms.