A&C Plastics Inc. announced several promotions and leadership updates.

Lance B. was promoted to lead IT specialist. In his first six months with A&C Plastics, he assumed responsibility for the company’s IT function and provided consistent support across the organization. Company leaders said his leadership and problem-solving skills made an immediate impact.

The company also updated the leadership structure within its customer service department. Grace V. will now oversee the customer service team, a move A&C Plastics said will provide clearer direction, stronger guidance and additional support as the department grows.

Austin J. was promoted to lead supply chain and data analyst. During his 2.5 years with A&C Plastics, he has taken on expanded responsibilities across purchasing, supply chain and data initiatives.

A&C Plastics said the promotions reflect its commitment to recognizing employees who take initiative, assume leadership responsibilities and contribute to the company’s long-term success.

Boedeker Plastics Inc. is recognizing employees whose service anniversaries total 102 combined years with the company.

Service anniversaries:

• Junior Mikes, warehouse manager, 33 years
• Sheryl Zimmerman, manufacturing, 14 years
• Michael Cardenas, warehouse, 8 years
• Simon Marcak, warehouse, 1 year
• Quade Henneke, manufacturing, 1 year
• Robert Henke, quality, 26 years
• Paul Garrett, manufacturing, 12 years
• Loretta Simper, manufacturing, 5 years
• Daniel Rose, manufacturing, 1 year
• Bruno Gonzalez, warehouse, 1 year

The company thanked the employees for their dedication and service to customers each day.

Registration is now open for the 2026 European Plastics Distributors Association Annual Conference, which will take place May 27 – 29, 2026, in Kraków, Poland.

The conference will bring together industry professionals to discuss key issues shaping the plastics distribution sector, including the European economic outlook, market developments, artificial intelligence, digital transformation, pricing trends and the evolving regulatory landscape for plastics.

In addition to the business program, the event will offer several opportunities for networking and social engagement. Planned activities include a welcome dinner at Szara Gęś on Kraków’s main square, a gala dinner at Zinar Castle, and optional visits to the Wieliczka Salt Mine or Wawel Castle. The conference will conclude with an optional dinner at Wierzynek, recognized as the oldest restaurant in Poland.

With several new members and representatives joining EPDA over the past year, the association said the conference will provide an excellent opportunity to strengthen industry connections, exchange ideas and reconnect with colleagues from across Europe.

Visit www.epda.com/annual-conference-2026 for more information and to register.

Konrady Plastics Inc. is recognizing Jason Lopez for earning the Royal Order of the Golden Flame, the company’s highest honor for forklift operators.

The award recognizes his skill, commitment to safety and precision in every material move throughout the shop. In an environment where the safe handling of high-performance plastics is critical to operations and employee well-being, Lopez sets the standard each day.

Konrady Plastics said it is proud of its entire team for putting safety first while delivering excellence in engineered plastics and CNC machining.

Curbell Plastics Inc. announced a series of leadership changes, including multiple promotions, a regional director appointment and a recent retirement with a succession transition.

Daniel Kane was promoted to director of training, systems and processes. Formerly business manager III for the Virginia and Pittsburgh branches, he brings more than 20 years of industry experience and will lead national training initiatives, enhance sales systems and support the company’s Plastic Sales Professional and internship programs.

Zack Attkisson was promoted to business manager of the Virginia branch. Formerly inside sales manager, he will oversee operations supporting customers throughout Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Maryland and Washington, D.C.

Michael Cranston was promoted to regional director and will oversee Region 1, leading sales efforts for the Syracuse, New England, Philadelphia/New Jersey, Virginia and Jackson locations.

Patrick Hatfield was named regional director for Region 2, with responsibility for Atlanta, Florida, Western New York, Rochester, Pittsburgh, and Films & Tapes. The company said both will help lead regional business planning, team development and strategic growth initiatives.

Curbell also announced that Jeff Wilson, senior business development manager for Curbell O&P, will retire in early March 2026 after more than 30 years in the plastics industry, including nearly three decades with the company.

Scott Moore has been named senior business development manager for Curbell O&P and will assume full responsibilities upon Wilson’s retirement.

Spartech LLC announced the appointment of Kevin Duffy as executive vice president of sales and marketing, joining newly appointed chief executive officer Andy Filson on the company’s expanded executive leadership team.

Andy Filson was recently named chief executive officer and member of the board of directors. He brings extensive leadership experience across global, diversified manufacturing organizations, with a strong track record of driving operational excellence, growth, and value creation. Most recently, he served as president and chief operating officer of CoorsTek. He previously held senior leadership roles at Corning Incorporated and has served on joint venture boards.

Kevin Duffy brings extensive experience in the plastics industry, with a proven record of driving commercial excellence and strengthening customer partnerships. Prior to joining Spartech, he held leadership roles at PLASKOLITE LLC, VYCOM (an affiliate of The AZEK Company), Eastman and Rehrig Pacific Company. He has led complex sales and marketing organizations, aligning strategic initiatives with operational execution to support long-term growth. Duffy earned an MBA and a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from the University of New Hampshire.

Together, the new executive appointments support Spartech’s focus on operational performance, commercial growth, and long-term value creation.

Professional Plastics Inc. announced a series of leadership updates, including the promotion of Dave Whaley to director of corporate operations, the promotion of Bob Misiuk to director of quality assurance and the appointment of Parker Graese as fabrication market development manager.

Whaley has been with the company for nearly 10 years and has contributed to operational growth and organizational development during his tenure. In his new role, he will oversee corporate operations and support the company’s internal and external growth initiatives.

Misiuk has played a key role in the development of Professional Plastics Inc.’s quality department and team. As director of quality assurance, he will continue to lead quality initiatives and process improvements.

Graese, in his new role as fabrication market development manager, will focus on CNC machining initiatives and support fabrication growth efforts across North America.