With nearly 120 years of experience and expertise, S.W Packaging provides innovative, custom packaging and logistics solutions combined with best-in-class customer service. From our dedicated design teams to folding carton and rigid box manufacturing – from tailor-made bags, bows, boxes and accessories to leading-edge enhancements and prototyping – S.W Packaging is ready to bring your vision to life and your products to market.

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Built on the premise that small budgets should not be a barrier to high quality packaging products, Bags & Bows has been catering to the needs of small to midsize retailers since 1984. Convenience, customization, and choice are the pillars of the B&B platform.

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LPI is a recognized leader in providing custom packaging and graphic finishing solutions to customers throughout North America. The company’s service and solutions-based approach is supported by an extensive design and manufacturing platform, combined with advanced technology that offers unique, innovative results and assures a speed to market that accommodates even the most complex projects. LPI was founded in 1984.

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S.W Specialty Papers is a leader in providing many sewn products to manufacturers in the apparel, furniture, and automotive upholstery industries, as well as government & military contractors and ship builders, with high quality, competitively priced production papers, custom orders, supplies and equipment. S. W Specialty Papers is also a proven third-party inventory management and logistics partner trusted by thousands of clients to deliver efficiency, accuracy and flexibility.

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Uniflex specializes in providing nontraditional bags for specific needs with a focus on five verticals: medical, promotional, educational, security, and industrial. Additionally, Uniflex offers custom packaging solutions such as short run printed labels, ribbon and numerous in-stock bags and boxes.

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Kurt Koloseike
President and CEO

Kurt is a proven and respected leader, managing Private Equity backed growth companies with revenues in excess of $100 million. He is responsible for overseeing all key corporate operations and functional areas. Kurt has led these companies through start-up, early-stage development, growth stages, and transaction stages with specific emphasis on capital formation, allocation, and return of capital. Kurt has spent 25+ years as an entrepreneur, chief executive officer, and chief operating officer in a variety of industries, including manufacturing, healthcare technology and services, consumer products, and textile products.

Kurt’s breadth of experience and understanding encompasses several categories of operations including, strategic business development, finance, technology development, sales and marketing, manufacturing, distribution, both domestic and international sourcing channels to name a few.

Kurt earned his MBA from Penn State University and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Finance and Marketing from West Chester University.

Steve Kochanski
Senior Vice President and CFO

Steve Kochanski is the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the S. Walter Packaging Group.

Steve is a highly accomplished, financial executive with a track record of delivering results in complex and challenging environments. He is responsible for the finance, human resources, and technology and equipment functional areas of S. Walter. Steve has lead midmarket companies within the industrial manufacturing and distribution industries. He is a trusted, strategic partner with a lean management background that emphasizes the establishment of key performance indicators to maximize capital position and drive operational and financial efficiencies. Steve is experienced in financial analysis, working capital management, strategic planning and business development, acquisitions and divestitures, technology development, and team building and performance.

Steve graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting from Rider University and is a CPA in the State of New York.

Robert Cunningham
Senior Vice President and COO

Robert Cunningham currently serves as the Chief Operating Officer of the S.Walter Packaging Group (SWPG), as well as the President of the Uniflex division of the company.

During his 28-year career with S. Walter, Robert has received many awards and is a recognized leader in the sales and operations of the packaging industry. He is currently responsible for all operational functions and oversees sales for the Uniflex division. Robert began his career as a graphic artist and has held multiple leadership roles including: Art director, Production Manager, Plant Manager, and Vice President of Operations. Robert has managed multiple major IT projects and ERP implementations, plant closures, warehouse builds and moves, in addition to process improvements, and strategic buying. He has worked on MMA deals as a seller and a buyer and has experience with three current equity partnerships during his tenure at SWPG. Robert has steadily increased sales and developed key strategic relationships with large distribution customers. He has served on multiple industry committees and understands the importance of being a mentor to other suppliers in the industry.

Robert earned his Bachelor of Arts Degree from SVA in Advertising and Graphic Arts in New York City.

Mike Draver
Senior Vice President and General Manager

Mike Draver is the Senior Vice President and General Manager of the LPI operations within the S. Walter Packaging Group.

With 25-plus years of demonstrated performance in the print, in-store display and specialty packaging industries, Mike is a results-driven leader who is always striving to position LPI, S. Walter’s packaging and finishing division, at the forefront of growth and innovation. Mike has led various companies through transformative growth cycles by identifying new market opportunities, developing talented teams and driving operational excellence. An authentic leader known for providing front-line leadership, Mike excels at setting a clear vision and goals, attracting and growing talent and providing overall leadership and direction for strategy, operational performance and business development to deliver consistent, sustainable business results.

Mike earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Industrial Technology, Graphic Arts Management from the University of Wisconsin-Stout.

Gordon Summerfield
Senior Vice President, Sales and Marketing

Gordon Summerfield currently serves as the Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing for the S. Walter Packaging Group (SWPG).

With over 38 years of experience, Gordon has seen the development of various products and markets giving him a keen sense of market shifts, technological innovation and product enhancements. Notable events have been the shift from traditional brick and mortar retail to online ecommerce and a greater focus on sustainable packaging products.

As owner and President of Summerfield Packaging, Gordon was responsible for all facets of the company, including sales, finance and operations. During his tenure, revenues tripled through organic growth and three acquisitions.

At. S.W Packaging (SWP), Gordon supervises more than 50 sales representatives, has transitioned four SWP acquisitions and oversees all marketing activities, including digital, for the company.

Gordon graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. He has been an active member of the packaging industry trade associations, including being a founding board member and past president of the Retail Packaging Association.