Charter Next Generation Welcomes Mark Howell as New Executive Vice President of Sales

Charter Next Generation Welcomes Mark Howell as Executive Vice President of Sales

Charter Next Generation (CNG), a pioneering name in material science with a strong emphasis on specialty films and sustainability, recently announced the appointment of Mark Howell to the critical role of Executive Vice President of Sales. This strategic move is set to invigorate the company's commercial strategy and overall growth objectives.

Mark will be at the helm of CNG's Sales organization, driving the company's ambitious growth agenda. His appointment aligns with CNG's continual pursuit of strengthened execution, enhanced customer collaborations, and the establishment of a high-performing commercial entity. This is crucial for long-term value generation, especially in advancing innovative and sustainable material solutions that address the evolving needs of customers.

Dan Niss, President of CNG, expressed enthusiasm about Howell's arrival at a pivotal juncture for the company. He remarked, "Welcoming Mark to CNG at this critical moment in our business is a significant step forward. His leadership is essential as we build upon our robust base of customers and partners, refine our focus, and ensure our market insights translate into where we invest and how we achieve success."

Lisa Alteri, Chief Operating Officer of CNG, commended Howell's track record of transforming strategic goals into tangible performance outcomes. "Mark stands out as a high-impact commercial leader who will inject discipline and thorough operational practices into our execution processes. His influence is expected to enhance cross-business alignment and drive consistent high performance," she noted.

With more than 20 years of extensive commercial leadership within the packaging and manufacturing sectors, Howell's experience is poised to bring significant value to CNG. Before his current role, he was Senior Vice President of Pretium Europe, where he successfully led a transformative initiative, resulting in restored growth and impressive double-digit performance metrics.

Howell has also held senior roles in private equity-focused environments, demonstrating his capability to build and scale commercial teams with a clear focus on growth and value creation. He shares CNG’s commitment to excellence, indicating that the team’s ability to compete and succeed in the market was one of the appealing factors for him.

He expressed, "The strength of the existing CNG team and the trust they've cultivated with customers was immediately apparent to me. This is a significant advantage that I'm eager to leverage, working closely with the market, strengthening partnerships, and continuing to provide the high-performance solutions our customers rely upon daily."

Howell is not only well-equipped for this role academically, holding a degree in Mechanical Engineering and an MBA from the University of Notre Dame, but he’s also located in the vibrant Chicago area, where CNG is headquartered.

This strategic appointment further exemplifies CNG's dedication to investing in leadership and talent development, ensuring the company consistently delivers value to its customers, partners, and employee-owners. An industry leader in sustainable solutions, Charter Next Generation is committed to meeting the growing demand for responsible material science innovations. For more information, visit cnginc.com.

About Charter Next Generation

Charter Next Generation (CNG) stands at the forefront of sustainable material science in North America, providing high-performance specialty films and advanced materials tailored for flexible packaging and other vital applications across several sectors, including food, consumer products, industrial, and healthcare. With an extensive network of 18 facilities across the United States and a workforce of over 2,600 dedicated employee-owners, CNG blends manufacturing excellence with innovation. They address pressing global challenges, from minimizing waste to enhancing food preservation and promoting climate resilience. Proudly partner of Ownership Works™, CNG is committed to creating long-term, sustainable value through collaborative success.