API Group adds to senior management team

Michael Frederick

LIVINGSTON-based API Group has expanded its presence in America with the appointment of Michael Frederick to the role of business unit president and general manager API Americas.

Based from API’s US base in Kansas, Michael will oversee the firm’s North American foils and laminates businesses.

He was previously president and CEO of labels, greetings cards and envelopes specialist Commercial Lithographing Company. Prior to that, Michael was vice president of Huhtamaki’s food service packaging business in North America.

Dino Kiriakopolous, CEO of API Group said, “This is a key appointment for API Americas, and Michael’s extensive experience in the packaging sector will be invaluable as we seek to strengthen our presence in the US. He has a proven track record for delivering results and identifying new opportunities and we look forward to welcoming Michael to the senior management team.”

Michael added, “API is quickly gaining traction as a key player in the US packaging market, which makes it an exciting time to join. My role will be an opportunity to use my knowledge and experience, to develop API’s International presence even further, working with the senior management team to increase revenue opportunities across the board.”