Managing Partner and Head of MPKi NA Packaging Industry Division
Cincinnati, USA
Michael Carpenter leads MPK International’s packaging industry sourcing and consulting business unit in North America.
His background in corporate strategy, management consulting and in-depth knowledge of establishing business relationships on behalf of clients in Asia, Russia and its bordering countries, provides MPKi and our clients invaluable expertise in the region.
His principal expertise is in the development and global procurement of packaging for retail, manufacturing, and fresh kitchen networks, primarily within the food and consumer goods industries. Prior to joining MPK International, Michael worked as a senior global packaging executive for the Kroger Company in North America and held senior roles within Xerox Corporation and GE Healthcare.
“I like being at the forefront of disruption in this industry and I intend to blaze an exciting path to reshape how packaging is designed and procured on a global basis. In fact, that is precisely what our existing packaging clients are asking us to do.”
Michael is the author of numerous articles on global business strategies for differentiation or low-cost positions in various packaging categories for FMCG, CPG’s, Retail and the Food & Beverage market.
He holds a bachelor’s degree in Accounting from the University of Ottawa and an MBA in Strategy and Leadership from Michigan State University.
