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The Colbert Packaging Story

Colbert Packaging Our Story

Our History of Growth and Innovation Since 1959

As an independent, family-owned and women-owned business, our history is personal. Our roots trace back to Chicago, where the late Charles Colbert purchased the property and assets of Kroeck Paper Box, which was founded in 1892. Packaging was in Colbert’s blood, as his father founded American Coating Mills in 1921 and built it into one of the largest producers of folding cartons and carton board (sold in 1947). Since 1959, we have grown organically and through acquisition. Under the leadership of CEO Nancy Colbert MacDougall (daughter of Charles), we own and operate two manufacturing facilities.

Each day we are committed to producing safe, smart and sustainable packaging for our customers who include some of the biggest names in the pharmaceutical, healthcare and consumer goods markets.

Colbert Overview

Colbert Packaging Anti-Counterfeit Security

Safe

Colbert Packaging is a pioneer in the development of solutions designed to improve patient adherence with drug treatment regimens. All of Colbert’s unit dose packages can be fully branded, customized with a variety of blister cavities, and manufactured using secure and sustainable materials.

Colbert Packaging Anti-counterfeit Solutions

Smart

Check out our award-winning BlisterGuard® and EnviroGuard® solutions for pilfer-resistance and recyclability. Our One Clean Carton® is your cleanest water-based packaging solution providing low migration, low odor, and low V.O.C. — A winning approach for Food and Pharma!

Colbert Packaging Sustainability

Sustainable

We’re doing our part to be environmentally responsible by reducing our use of nonrenewable resources and increasing energy efficiency in each of our facilities. Our sustainability initiatives provide a solid framework for employing good business practices in the quest for a greener world.

Facilities

 

Colbert Packaging Elkhart IN and Kenosha WI

Today, Colbert Packaging collaborates with customers around the world through our two manufacturing plants: Elkhart, Indiana; and Kenosha, Wisconsin.

We also manage board stocking and customer VMI programs through our South Bend, IN warehouse facility.

We are proud of and thankful for our employees, extensive research and development capabilities, quality products and services, and a reputation for excellence.

Leadership

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Nancy Colbert MacDougall

Chairman and CEO

John Lackner

President & COO

Kraig Lang

CFO
Colbert Packaging Bill Snyder

Bill Snyder

VP Operations

Lon Johnson

Senior VP Sales

Bradley Davis

VP Corporate Technical Sales

Ryan Hart

VP Sales and Marketing

Our Certifications & Quality Systems

Colbert Packaging G7 Master Qualification from Idealliance
Colbert Packaging GMI
Colbert Packaging G7 Master Qualification from Idealliance

WBENC-Certified Women’s Business Enterprise

The WBENC Certification process has confirmed that Colbert Packaging is majority owned, operated, and controlled by women. This certification reinforces the company’s position as an independent, woman-owned, small business as it has been for more than 20 of its 66 years in existence.

Colbert Packaging holds SQF certification from the Safe Quality Food Institute

This Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) qualification demonstrates our ability to produce safe, high-quality food, and ancillary products such as packaging, that meets  food safety standards, regulatory requirements and consumer expectations.

G7 Master Qualification from Idealliance

Our G7 Master Qualification represents the knowledge and skills we possess and our ability to meet the G7 methodology in a graphic communications production environment.

Colbert Packaging Sustainable Forestry Initiative

 

Colbert Packaging Sustainable Forestry Initiative

 

Accurate and consistent color management

PantoneLive securely stores color information for greater control and precision.

Artwork Inspection

The first step in our vision inspection process ensures error-free prepress by verifying graphic files accurately.

Colbert Packaging FSC
Colbert Packaging Sustainable Forestry Initiative

FSC® Chain of Custody Certification from NSF International

We hold FSC certifications in all of our production facilities. Learn more about Colbert’s policy on certifications.

SFI® Chain of Custody Certification from NSF International

We meet the standards set by SFI certifications in all of our production facilities. Learn more about Colbert’s policy on certifications.

SFI Marks are registered marks owned by Sustainable Forestry Initiative®.

FSC Marks are registered marks owned by Forest Stewardship Council®.

Patents

Our ingenuity is proven by our diverse portfolio of paperboard specialty products – nearly a dozen one-of-a-kind solutions, many designed in direct response to a specific customer request or industry requirement.

Some are unit dose packages that promote patient compliance. Others are designed specifically for sustainability and/or product security. Still others offer unique combinations that solve business or marketing challenges.

Colbert Packaging Patents

Awards

With more than 25 awards for quality, design and excellence under our belt, you’ll be part of a winning team!

 

Affiliations

Colbert Packaging DCAT
Colbert Packaging Independent Carton Group
Colbert Packaging Paperboard Packaging Council

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Corporate Headquarters

9949 58th Place
Kenosha, WI 53144

T: +1 262-925-4740
F: +1 262-925-4749

Our Facilities

Kenosha WI
Corporate HQ/Manufacturing

Elkhart IN
Manufacturing

South Bend IN
Distribution Warehouse

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Chairman of the Board, CEO

Nancy has spent over five decades with her family’s company. She joined Colbert Packaging in 1975, working as an estimator for five years. She served as the assistant to the Chairman, Charles Colbert, for the next 15 years. In 1995, Nancy was named Executive Vice President and was responsible for overseeing all HR functions. The Company has been under Nancy’s leadership as Chairman and CEO since 2009. As CEO, Nancy’s vision is to ensure the family culture and values of an independent operation continue to be integral to Colbert Packaging.

Nancy attended St. Lawrence University where she was a member of Mortar Board, and graduated Phi Beta Kappa and Cum Laude, with a Bachelor of Science degree. She attended Princeton University Graduate School.

President & COO

As President and Chief Operating Officer of Colbert Packaging, John brings over 35 years of hands-on experience in the packaging industry. His journey began on the production floor and through the decades he advanced through a range of operational and leadership roles gaining deep and practical knowledge of every aspect of the business. John is passionate about building strong teams, supporting customer needs, and driving continuous improvement throughout the company. He prioritizes clear communication, accountability, and a collaborative approach to leadership. With a customer-first mindset, John plays a key role in shaping the company’s strategic direction while ensuring that day-to-day operations run smoothly across our manufacturing facilities.

John holds a Bachelor of Arts degree and continues to build on his leadership foundation through professional development and industry involvement. He is active in packaging associations and passionate about sustainability in packaging. He frequently shares perspectives on operational excellence and values-driven leadership.

CFO

Kraig started his career in accountancy firms, rising to the role of senior supervising accountant. He joined Colbert Packaging Corporation in 1996 as controller. From 1998 – 2004, he also served as VP of operations for the Indiana Division. Since 1997, he has been corporate secretary/treasurer. In 2004, Kraig was named chief financial officer and was made a member of the board of directors. In addition to providing vision and leadership as part of Colbert’s executive team, Kraig oversees all financial, accounting and HR functions for the company. Kraig is a CPA and has a B.S. in accountancy from Northern Illinois University.

VP Operations

Over the course of his career in packaging, Bill has worked in all aspects of the industry. He began as an inside sales representative in addition to various roles in customer service, estimating, and production management. He gained knowledge around business process engineering, specific to the packaging realm, as an implementation consultant for a software development company with solutions designed for the packaging sector. Bill joined Colbert Packaging in 2000 and currently leads pre-production, manufacturing operations, IT, and customer service departments across Colbert’s facilities. Bill earned a B.S. degree in business finance from the University of Wisconsin – River Falls.

Senior VP Sales

Lon is currently Senior Vice President of Sales at Colbert Packaging and is a member of Colbert’s Board of Directors. His 45+ years of experience dates to 1981 when he entered the pharmaceutical packaging profession as a field sales representative for R & W Graphics. Lon served as President of the IOPP (Institute of Packaging Professionals) Greater Chicago chapter from 1994 – 1999 and spent four years (2002 – 2006) on the Executive board of Directors for DCAT (Drug Chemical and Associated Trades). Lon joined Colbert Packaging in 1998 with the goal of developing a new division designed to transform traditional packaging technologies. Today, Colbert Flexographic represents the Company’s primary revenue driver. Lon earned a Bachelor of Science degree in mass communications from Mankato State University in 1981. Most recently, Lon graduated from The Desert Foothills Leadership Academy, November 2023, and was elected to the Carefree, Arizona Town Council in August 2024, where he currently resides.

VP, Corporate Technical Sales

Brad joined Colbert Packaging in 1989, and throughout his career journey, he has provided Colbert customers with a complete array of services from production and customer services management to sales and account management. For 13 years, Brad served as General Manager for one of Colbert’s manufacturing plants, and was responsible for all aspects of that facility’s operations. Brad is passionate about caring for customers and nurturing long-term business relationships. In his current role, Brad combines his vast experience in customer service, sales and business administration with his depth of knowledge in manufacturing and production. This provides Colbert’s customers with a well-rounded perspective and expertise in identifying production issues, and helping them to improve their manufacturing operations. Brad earned his B.A. in Business Management, with an emphasis in Marketing.

Ryan Hart

VP Sales & Marketing

Ryan began his career in the packaging industry in 2002 as a customer service representative for Barger Packaging in Elkhart, IN.  He joined Colbert Packaging when they acquired the Barger Packaging facility in March of 2004.  He immediately transitioned into a sales role responsible for new business development gaining valuable experience early in his career.  Ryan is passionate about forging close relationships with companies through unparalleled responsiveness while at the same time fostering an enjoyable, solution-driven experience for customers and prospects alike.  In his current role, Ryan leads Colberts sales and marketing efforts in pursuit of growth opportunities across multiple industries with a core focus on the healthcare sector.   Ryan received his BA from Purdue University in 2001.

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