Cary, North Carolina based Container Graphics Corp. (CGC), an industry leader specializing in high-performance tooling and technical solutions for the corrugated industry, has announced a series of transitions in its Northeast leadership group.
After 28 years, Oscar Roque, Vice President of International Sales, retired from the company on June 1, 2026. Oscar’s CGC career spanned international sales, sales management, Toledo plant management and Northeast regional management. He was the driving force behind CGC’s expansion into the plate and die markets in Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, and Oceania.
“Oscar has had an undeniable impact on the global die and plate making industry, bringing technical training and industry-leading innovations to our partners around the world,” remarked Graham Saunders, CGC’s President.
“Beyond the technical and sales support, all of CGC’s international customers know Oscar for his wonderful sense of humor and the warmth and friendship that he always brought to the job. We wish Oscar and the Roque family all the best as they enjoy this next phase.”
CGC’s International Division will continue to be led from Toledo, Ohio, overseen by Saunders and supported by Andres and Samir Zuwolinsky of Reprosa.
In preparing for Mr. Roque’s transition, Stephen Woods has been promoted to Northeast Regional Manager. “Steve brings his many successful years as Northeast Sales Manager to this new role and we are all very excited to see the impact that we know he will make,” noted Bill Farber, Senior Vice President of Operations. Mr. Woods, who has 25 years of experience with CGC, will oversee sales and operations at CGC’s Toledo, Ohio, Franklin, Ohio, Neptune, New Jersey, and Toronto, Canada locations.
Supporting these transitions, effective June 1, Matt Sherman has been promoted to Northeast Region Sales Manager. For the prior 24 years, Matt has successfully served CGC’s customers in the greater Cincinnati area. “I am excited and looking forward to seeing Matt’s success in his new role. His experience with some of our largest accounts will serve him well as he mentors our sales team in the Northeast” commented Mr. Woods.
Also effective June 1, Randy Franklin has been promoted from Cutting Die Production Manager to Toledo Plant Manager. Mr. Franklin, who started as a die maker, has been with CGC for nearly 30 years. “This promotion recognizes Randy’s proven ability to support large teams in achieving big goals,” said Mr. Woods. “I look forward to working with Randy to build on the great legacy established at CGC Toledo.” Brian Shelton, previously Supervisor, will assume the role of Toledo Cutting Die Production Manager.
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