International Paper's Board Elects Anton V. Vincent; Also Announces Retirement of Two Board Members
Mr. Vincent currently serves as President, Mars Wrigley North America, part of Mars. Incorporated, a global, family-owned business with
"Anton's enterprise, marketing, and deep consumer market experience will bring a valuable perspective to the International Paper Board of Directors," said
Mr. Vincent has been recognized by a variety of organizations and publications for his leadership excellence, including 2014, 2016, 2019 Savoy Magazine Top 100 Most Influential African Americans in Corporate America 2012, Black Enterprise Most Powerful African Americans in Corporate America and 2008 Minneapolis Business Journal Minority Corporate Executive of the Year. He is active as a board member for National Confectionary Association, Sustainable Foods Policy Alliance and the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University Dean's Council.
The company also announced the retirement of two directors. J.
Sutton continued, "I want to thank Steve for his 13 years of service in helping transform International Paper (IP) into a global leader in fiber-based packaging, pulp and paper. Among his many contributions, he has been a catalyst and advocate for safety, helping drive our commitment and improvement efforts at the Board level. I also want to recognize Bill for his impact and contributions. His understanding of geo-politics and the intersection of policy and business were impactful in helping us to successfully navigate in the global marketplace. I wish him the very best with the Senate confirmation and in his new role."
Mr. Vincent was identified through a national search that was conducted by Diversified Search. To learn more about other members of International Paper's (IP) Board of Directors, visit www.internationalpaper.com under the Company and Leadership tab.
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International Paper (IP) is a leading global producer of renewable fiber-based packaging, pulp and paper products with manufacturing operations in
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