Chris Lambrou
About Chris Lambrou
Chris Lambrou serves as the Vice President of Sales at AWT Labels & Packaging, bringing extensive experience in packaging solutions and strategic sales initiatives across various industries.
Work at AWT Labels & Packaging
Chris Lambrou has been serving as the Vice President of Sales at AWT Labels & Packaging since 2022. Based in Nashville, Tennessee, he is responsible for overseeing sales operations and strategies within the company. His role involves developing and implementing sales initiatives aimed at enhancing the company's market presence in the packaging industry.
Education and Expertise
Chris Lambrou holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Monash University, where he studied from 1996 to 2001. He also earned a Bachelor of Applied Science in Biochemistry from RMIT University, completing his studies from 1985 to 1987. His expertise lies in developing packaging solutions for medical and clinical applications, with a focus on material selection, design, and production tolerances.
Background in Sales and Marketing
Before joining AWT Labels & Packaging, Chris Lambrou held various positions in sales and marketing. He worked at Huhtamaki Inc - North America as GM Sales and Marketing from 2002 to 2009 in Sydney, Australia, and later as Director of the Foodservice Division from 2009 to 2013 in DeSoto, Kansas. He also served as Director of Business Development at Sonoco Products Company from 2017 to 2019 in Nashville, Tennessee.
Contributions to the Packaging Industry
Chris Lambrou has contributed to the success of OEM and industrial markets, including the automotive sector, through strategic sales initiatives. He has played a significant role in advancing digital and high-quality flexographic technologies within the packaging industry. His experience includes managing sales strategies for key consumer markets such as food, beverage, personal care, and household products.
Career Progression
Chris Lambrou's career spans several notable companies and roles. He began as an industrial chemist at Akzo Nobel Coatings from 1989 to 1991 and later worked at Colgate Oral Pharmaceuticals as National Business Manager for Australia and New Zealand from 1999 to 2002. His diverse experience in various sectors has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the packaging landscape.