Edgar L. Smith, Jr.
About Edgar L. Smith, Jr.
Chair of the Board of Directors
Edgar L. Smith, Jr. serves as the Chair of the Board of Directors, leveraging his extensive leadership experience. His role entails guiding the strategic direction and overseeing governance practices. Before this, he spent five years in the role of Vice Chair, where he contributed significantly to board initiatives and decision-making processes.
Founder and CEO of World Pac Paper, LLC
Edgar L. Smith, Jr. is the Founder, Chairman, and CEO of World Pac Paper, LLC. Under his leadership, the company has carved out a niche in the paper, packaging, and distribution industry. His entrepreneurial acumen has been pivotal in driving the company's growth and establishing its market presence.
Education and Professional Development
Edgar L. Smith, Jr. is a graduate of Morehouse College. He has further honed his leadership skills through post-graduate professional development programs, including Leadership Cincinnati, Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth, and the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University. These programs have equipped him with advanced business strategies and management skills.
Corporate Career and Board Memberships
With over 25 years of experience, Edgar L. Smith, Jr. has worked with six leading Fortune 500 companies. Notably, he served as Vice President of National Sales with Coca-Cola North America. His board memberships include the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, the Interlochen Center for the Arts, Equity Arc, and the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center.
Involvement in Arts and Community
Edgar L. Smith, Jr.'s involvement in the arts and community is substantial. He is a Life Trustee of ArtsWave, where he successfully served as Community Campaign Chair during the 2011 $11 million community arts campaign. Additionally, he is a Life Associate Trustee of Marietta College, demonstrating his continuous commitment to the arts and education sectors.