Gary Robinson
About Gary Robinson
Gary Robinson serves as the Vice President of Enterprise Solutions at Pela, a position he has held since 2022. He has extensive experience in various roles within the packaging and manufacturing sectors, including leadership positions at companies such as Newell Brands, Amway, and The Home Depot.
Current Role at Pela
Gary Robinson serves as the Vice President of Enterprise Solutions at Pela, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing enterprise-level strategies and solutions that align with the company's mission. His work focuses on integrating sustainable practices within the organization and enhancing operational efficiency.
Previous Experience in Product Development and Engineering
Before joining Pela, Gary Robinson accumulated extensive experience in product development and engineering. He worked at Newell Brands as Senior Manager of New Product Development from 2002 to 2004. Prior to that, he served as a Global Manufacturing Engineer at Amway from 1999 to 2001, where he contributed to manufacturing processes and product innovation.
Leadership Roles in Packaging and Procurement
Gary Robinson has held several leadership positions in the packaging industry. He was the Manager of Global Sourcing, Packaging at The Home Depot from 2004 to 2007. He later served as Director of Global Procurement and Packaging at LANXESS from 2007 to 2010. His expertise in sourcing and procurement has been instrumental in driving efficiency and sustainability in packaging solutions.
Consulting and Directorship Experience
Gary Robinson has also worked as CEO and Principal Consultant at Synaptic Packaging from 2018 to 2021, where he provided strategic consulting services. Additionally, he held the position of Director of Public Affairs at TIPA® Compostable Packaging from 2021 to 2022, focusing on sustainable packaging initiatives in North America.
Educational Background
Gary Robinson earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Michigan State University. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in engineering principles, which he has applied throughout his career in various roles across the packaging and manufacturing sectors.