Georgette Packaging
Georgette Packaging, founded in 2013 in Kitchener, ON, Canada, specializes in carbon-neutral packaging solutions for various industries, with a focus on sustainability and regional manufacturing.
Services
Georgette Packaging offers a range of packaging solutions tailored to the needs of businesses. Their product offerings include custom packaging, stock packaging, and reusable packaging options. They provide paperboard boxes made from recycled materials which are both recyclable and compostable, as well as recyclable or compostable pastry bags, handle bags, wax, and tissue paper. Cold cups are available in recyclable PET or compostable Ingeo™ biopolymer, and hot cups come in recyclable and compostable options. The company aims to manufacture more products in North America to reduce energy consumption and supports businesses in educating customers on proper packaging disposal.
Founders
Georgette Packaging was founded in 2013 by a team consisting of a former bakery owner, a mechanical engineer, and a sustainability consultant. This diverse founding team combined their expertise to create a company focused on providing sustainable and customizable packaging solutions. Their backgrounds in different fields have contributed to the company's holistic approach to sustainability and customer-centric services.
Industry
Georgette Packaging operates in the B2B sector, specifically within the supply chain and logistics sub-industry. The company serves a diverse range of industries including food and beverage, health, beauty and wellness, e-commerce, and home goods. They focus on manufacturing and distributing packaging solutions across North America, ensuring that their products meet the specific needs of their customers while maintaining sustainability standards.
Sustainability Initiatives
Georgette Packaging is committed to sustainability. They ensure that all their packaging is fully carbon neutral and partner with Pachama for carbon offsetting. The company supports projects like the Darkwoods Forest project in British Columbia. They use recyclable and compostable materials where possible, including paperboard boxes, soy and vegetable-based inks, water-based coatings, and various types of recyclable or compostable bags and cups. Georgette Packaging also encourages businesses to educate their customers on proper disposal and supports local recycling and composting programs.
Company History
Founded in 2013, Georgette Packaging has grown to become a notable player in the B2B supply chain and logistics industry. They were included in the Globe & Mail’s Top 500 Growing Businesses list in both 2020 and 2021. In 2021, the company transferred ownership to Kris Lewis and Jennifer Appleby Vines, who were existing employees with extensive experience in printing and the food industry. Under their leadership, Georgette Packaging continues to innovate and provide sustainable packaging solutions across North America.