DELAWARE, Ohio - Greif, Inc., a global industrial packaging products and services provider, announced the appointment of Jillian Evanko as a member of its Board of Directors. Evanko currently serves as President and CEO of Chart Industries , Inc., bringing over 25 years of experience in the manufacturing and industrial sectors to Greif's board.
Bruce Edwards, Chairman of the Greif Board of Directors, expressed enthusiasm for Evanko's addition, citing her extensive background and record of fostering growth and profitability as assets that will contribute to Greif's strategic objectives and shareholder value.
Evanko's career includes executive roles at Dover Corporation and its subsidiaries, as well as positions at Arthur Andersen LLP, Honeywell Corporation, and Sony Corporation. She holds an MBA from The University of Notre Dame and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from La Salle University. Evanko's leadership has been recognized with several awards, including the 2023 EY Entrepreneur of the Year Southeastern Finalist and the World LNG Executive of the Year 2020.
In her statement, Evanko expressed her honor in joining the board and her anticipation to support Greif's commitment to innovation, customer service, and strategic goals.
Greif, with a workforce exceeding 14,000 across 248 facilities in 37 countries, specializes in a variety of packaging solutions including steel, plastic, and fiber drums, intermediate bulk containers, and containerboard, among others. The company also manages timber properties in the southeastern United States and offers a range of services to diverse industries.
