The Fluted SheetISSUE 03 QUARTER 3

President Container Group

Dear Readers,

Corporate Office 200 West Commercial Ave. Moonachie, NJ 07074201.933.7500 ph201.933.8990 Fax

PCG 3rd Edition Issue 03 3rd Quarter 2016Manufacturing Facility290 Ballard Rd. Middletown, NY 10941845.816.1600 ph 845.516.5433 faxwww.presidentcontainergroup.com

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3rd EDITION

In this edition, we have the pleasure of welcoming some new employees to the President Container Group family, while bidding fond farewells to others who will be retiring at the end of July, and who collectively have been with PCG for 81 Years. At PCG, we take great pride in the longevity of our employees.

Nat Sigler is our longest tenure employee. He joined PCG in 1963 as an Account Executive where he has remained and thrived for the past 53 years. Tom Christy has spent the past 28 years at PCG, first as Plant Superintendent, then Plant Manager of PSP, and finished his long career in our customer service department where his wealth of knowledge assisted everyone in the department.

We would like to say THANK YOU to both of these employees and wish them a happy and healthy retirement.

We would also like to congratulate Rich Goldberg and the entire NY manufacturing facility on 2 prestigious acknowledgments – PCG was awarded the AICC Safe Plant award for 2015; and the 618 Crew set the World Silver Box Production Record for the Bobst 618 FFG - Job well done!

As you read through “The Fluted Sheet”, you will hear more about our accomplishments over the past 6 months. We could not have achieved these milestones if it were not for everyone working together to achieve a common goal. Our business is truly a team effort and if each department strives to be the best they can be, then we will continue to be successful. We would like to thank everyone for their hard work and dedication.

Yours Truly,Larry & Richie Grossbard

Daniel M. Cassini graduated from Hawthorne High School. He is going to William Paterson University and majoring in Communications. He is the son of Account Executive, Dan Cassini.

Congratulations 2016 Graduates

In 2015, there was a need to expand our delivery service at President Industrial Products (PIP) and we retained the service of EVEREADY EXPRESS, a trucking and courier company located in Passaic, NJ. The vendor was already making deliveries for one of our clients and we developed a happy and excellent relationship. EVEREADY EXPRESS talks about this business relationship in their online blog at www.evereadyexpress.com/category/blog/.

PCG thanks EVEREADY EXPRESS for bloging about our company and services.

EVEREADY EXPRESS Delivers Top Service

Around PCG

News

Safety

Milestone

Social Happenings

Office Festivities

Birthday Celebrations

Birth Announcements

Wedding Bliss

Graduation

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We’d like to congratulate Saray Gomez’s son, on graduating from Passaic County College and now stationed and servicing our community at Fire Station Headquarters Engine #7 in Paterson. Andres Gomez pictured with Paterson’s very own Mayor Jose “Joey” Torres.

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AROUND PCG Congratulations 2016 Graduates

Jose Merino Torres is a member of the 618 Crew that set the world Silver Box Production Record on our Bobst FFG 618 Quatro Miniline. Our sales team from Bobst visited the Plant to congratulate Jose and the crew on this record accomplishment.

Pictured (L to R) Brian Sizer, Production Manager, Bobst Sales Representative, Jose Merino Torres (C), Bobst Sales Rep & Larry Gatley, PC Manufacturing Manager.

Brian Moran graduated from Hasbrouck Heights High School and is attending Montclair State University in the Fall. Brian will be studying Exercise Science. He is the son of Billing Analyst, Donna Moran.

Christoper Morath graduated from Marriotts Ridge High School in Marriottsville, MD. He is attending James Madison University in Virginia this Fall & will be studying Business. Christopher is the grandson of Marge Morath.

The Bobst FFG 618 Quatro - Flexo Folder Gluer. This Miniline is the fastest machine of its category.

Christine Woods graduated from River Dell Regional High School in Oradell, NJ. She is attending The College of New Jersey in the Fall & will be majoring in Finance. She is the daughter of Account Executive, Jimmy Woods.

Lya C. Jackson-Pacombe graduated from Academy of Earth & Space Science in Paterson, NJ. She is attending Berkeley College as an Undecided Major in the Fall. Lya is the daughter of Lionel Pacombe, Stock Department Manager.

Crew Winners

Months Machines January February March QT1 April May June QT2

618 A C C C C A B C 924 D D D D D D B D

1228A D D A D C A C C 1636 1st 2nd 2nd 2nd 2nd 2nd 1st 2nd

1228B D B B B C B B B 1224 B A B B A A B A 1628 C C C C C B C C 1622 B B B B B A B B

Saturn A D B D D A D D Strappers A A B A A A A A

Corrugator D D D D B A D C Support

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Total Points for the Year

A: 542.50

B: 574.00

C: 517.00

D: 527.00

In an effort to foster team building and some friendly compe-titions between the crews and shifts, PCG waved the flags and started the “Race” to see who is the BEST in combination of Production, Quality, and Safety. In the Race system, partici-pants gain points based upon production and lose points for quality and/or safety violation.

The theme of a race was used as the production area is analo-gous to what a “Pit Crew” or “Production Crew” needs to do. Everyone has a specific job to perform and plays a crucial role in building the wining team. The tools required servicing the car or setting up the print plates and cutting dies must be ready and waiting. It needs to be done quickly and efficiently.

Once this is performed, then the car or the machine will run as fast as it can towards the finish line without any interruptions.

Each of our 12 hour shifts A, B, C, D have been competing against one another for the past few months. The results can be seen by the employees on the “Off to the Races” board in the plant. Prizes are given out quarterly. Below are the results as of today. Congratulations to all the winners.

Jose Merino Torres Breaks Silver Box Production Record

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Congratulations 2016 Graduates

Happy Retirement Tom Thank you for 28 Years at PCG!

“I have worked in corrugated packaging since 1960. Many things have changed since then but I still love this business!” said Tom Christy as he bid farewell to his PCG family on his last day at President Container, July 8, 2016.

Tom began working in our Moonachie Facility as the Plant Superintendent in 1988, responsible for the day to day oper-ations. In the late 90’s, he was promoted to Plant Manager at our newly formed sheet plant – PSP. When the sheet plant was moved to the NY facility, Tom brought his years of manu-facturing experience to the customer service department where he served as a Customer Service Representative until his retire-ment. He was a mentor to many of his co-workers and he will surely be missed.

Married to Mary Ellen for over 30 years, they have enjoyed trav-

eling and especially skiing all over the country. Over the years, they have welcomed into the world four beautiful grandchil-dren ranging from the ages of 12 to 23.“ They are our great-est joy. Our youngest son just got married last December to a lovely woman, and now we just want to relax and work on a list of projects that have been accumulating for many years.” Tom said.

A retirement luncheon was hosted for Tom on his last day, where co-workers past and present, joined in the celebration. On behalf of the Grossbard Family and employees at President Container Group, we wish Tom Christy all the best.

“Retirement has never been more deserved as you have inspired everyone at PCG and have allowed us to achieve our reputation for excellence”, wrote Larry Grossbard to Tom Christy.

AROUND PCG

Ashley Morales is a graduate of Science Park High School. She is attending Rutgers University, New Brunswick Campus and studying Biology in the Fall. She is the daughter of Nelida Ocasio, Accounts Receivable Representative.

Austin Edelman is a graduate of Freehold Township Regional High School. He is attending Penn State University and will be studying Mechanical Engineering & Aerospace. Austin is the son of AccountExecutive, Michael Edelman.

Lisette Vincent is a graduate of Mahwah High School. She has been accepted at The Business School at Manhattan College, Bronx, NY. Lisette is the youngest daughter of Account Executive, Lucia Sannicandro.

Mariella Vincent graduated from Fordham University, Bronx NY, Gabelli School of Business. She has accepted a position with a New York City firm as Risk & Capital Market Advisor. Mariella is the oldest daughter of Lucia Sannicandro.

Pictured (L to R) Larry Grossbard & Tom Christy.

Rosendo Cuautle, Production Supervisor & Tom at his Retirement Luncheon.

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We congratulate Steven Cox and Sara Verazani on their wedding nuptials. Steven is the son of Tom Christy. Steven and Sara were married in a Christian and Indian Hindu Wedding Ceremony in December 2015.

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Jean Pierre, 2nd Shift Expertfold Stacker got married on Sunday, February 28th. We Congratulate Jean and his lovely wife Laura.

Orange County Partnership Annual Breakfast

The Orange County Partnership (OCP) held their annual partnership breakfast on Thursday, June 2nd at Villa Venezia in Middletown, NY. President Container was one of seven sponsors of the event. We value our relationship with Orange County Partnership and the community. Congratulations to Dominic Cordisco and the Town of Wallkill for receiving the MVP Award.

(L to R) PCG Account Executives Donna Corkery, Jimmy Woods & Kim Trinity, Marketing Coordinator.

(L to R) Steve Neuhaus, OC Executive Dan Depew, Town of Wallkill Supervisor Dominic Cordisco & Maureen Halahan, President & CEO of The Orange County Partnership.

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Who would have thought the day would come where, after 53 years of working at President Container, Nat Sigler would announce his retirement? He began his career at President Container Inc., on November 8, 1963 while President was still in Brooklyn. Straight out of the Air Force, his first job was as an Account Executive at President. Over the next 53 years, through his hard work, diligence, and out going person-ality, he has helped us become one of the largest independent corrugated companies in the Country and will end his more than five decade long journey on August 1, 2016 with us, as President Container Group.

During his many years at PCG, Nat has shared many celebra-tions with the Grossbard family, from the births of both Larry and Richard, bar and bat mitzvahs, and weddings as well as some losses including that of his wife of over 50 years; Ilene who passed away June of last year. But with the support of his 4 children, Craig, Rachael, Ashar, Cory and 5 grandchildren, he has held strong and is now looking forward to retiring.

His future plans include an exciting move to “The Villages” retirement community in Florida where he will enjoy his days in the sun and company of new friends and family. On behalf of The Grossbard’s and President Container Group, we would like to thank Nat for his time and service and wish him a great and restful retirement.

“I’ve always been proud of knowing that I worked at one com-pany for so many years where I was at the births of Larry and Richard and now they are running the company”, said Nat Sigler.

Congratulations to Account Executive, Brian Parella and his wife Shannon on their recent nuptials. They got married on Saturday, April 2nd at St. Mary’s Parish in Pompton Lakes, NJ. Nathan (Nat) Sigler Retiring After 53 Years!

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BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENT We welcome babies Annelise Juliette Villegas and Laney Margarete Haines to the PCG family. Congratulations to PIP Billing Administrator, Jean Villegas and Sales Manager, Tom Pederson and their families. Annelise is the grand daughter of Purchasing Manager, Michelle Cabanilla. Laney is the grand daughter of Tom Pederson and the first child of his daughter Alyssa Pederson.

Grand Dad Tom Pederson & family welcomes Laney Margarete Haines, born on February 13, 2016. She weighed 7.3 lbs. 20.5 inches.

Proud Parents Natasha & Jean Villegas welcome their second daughter, Annelise Juliette Villegas born on March 25, 2016. She weighed 6lbs. 5.9 ounces.

Daniela Donado, Daughter of PCG Controller, Pilar Donado celebrated her 2nd birthday on May 19, 2016.

Pictured with Grandmom, Saray Gomez, Little Soriah Gomez celebrated her first birthday on January 2, 2016.

Peter Morath celebrated his 22nd birthday at the home of his Grandmom, Marge Morath.

News!

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PROMOTION AUDIT

Beauty End Cap Display Designed For Wal-Mart

This end cap unit, designed specifically for Wal-Mart, sells off of 3 separate large hook pan- els. It works as essentially 3 displays in 1.

The 3 panels permit group- ing of product (eyes, nails, beauty) along with the viable accessories. The oversized riser and base graphics grabs imme- diate attention.

The end cap display was cre- ated by President Container, (www.presidentcontainer- group.com), a Moonachie, NJ- based display firm.

Barnes & Noble Opens On-Campus Beauty Concept, The Glossary

Barnes & Noble College has launched its on-campus beauty concept, The Glossary. Housed as a distinct store within select

Barnes & Noble College book- stores, The Glossary is a first-of- its-kind, dynamic shopping envi- ronment that offers students the opportunity to explore, sample and purchase a wide variety of mass and prestige beauty prod- ucts on a growing number of col- lege campuses nationwide.

“We built our reputation as one of the most trusted campus retailers by continuously inno- vating and creating new mer- chandising ideas we know our students are looking for,” said Joel Friedman, V.P., Chief Mer- chandising Officer, Barnes & Noble College.

Barnes & Noble College selected global retail design and build firm, RPG (www.rpg57.com) to design, brand and manufacture The Glossary. The environment showcases a groundbreaking retail shop that is completely distinguished from other cate- gories in the bookstore setting.

Creative Magazine Promotes KISS Display Produced by President Container

Creative Magazine’s May 2016 Issue featured the Top 50 Point of Purchase Companies and showcased a 3 Panel Beauty Display for KISS produced by President Container. The End Cap Unit was designed for Walmart. Read the insert from the magazine below in the Promotion Audit Section. Visit http://www.creativemag.com and read the May 2016 Issue for more information.

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BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION

Tom Pederson, Sales Manager celebrated his birthday in Moonachie with cake during our monthly birthday office celebration.

Happy birthday Tom Christy! This is Tom’s last birthday with us. He’s retiring. We will miss you!!

Andrew Kessler, Planning Manager celebrated his birthday with staff in Middletown.

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Marge Morath gave up cake for Lent so we had fruit and delicious pastries instead to celebrate her brithday.

President Container Group won First Place in the Corru-gator Plant Category at AICC’s 2016 Operation Safe Shop Competition.

The AICC 2016 Operation Safe Shop winners were recently announced at it’s Spring Meeting on Friday, April 15, 2016 in Palm Desert, CA. The biennial competition looks at overall safety program effectiveness and excellence in several categories of member companies and awards first, second, and third place honors in each category that receives entries.

The competition considers entries in the following catego-ries: Corrugator Plants; Sheet Suppliers; Sheet Plants with fewer than 50 employees; Sheet Plants with more than 50 employees; and Folding Carton and Rigid Box companies.

The Operation Safe Shop Competition is not just a compilation of man-hours and recordable injuries and

illnesses, but a company-wide examination of such things as the company’s overall safety program, ownership commitment, the company’s safety practices and training procedures, safety awareness methods and incentives, maintenance programs and housekeeping, and other key elements of box plant safety.

Congratulations President Container Group for winning the Operation Safe Shop Award.

President Container Wins 1st Place For Overall Safety Program

Rich Goldberg, VP of Operations accepts the award for 1st Place in the Corrugated Plant Category to President Container Group.

Plant Safety Manager, Andrew Santiago holds the plaque awarded to PCG from AICC.

Happy birthday to Jean Villegas, PIP Billing Administrator pictured with his wife Natasha Villegas celebrating his birthday on June 17th.

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Employee Name Years Rodney Blayer 25Jose Ruiz Morillo 22Hector Mendez, Sr. 22Alexander Maldonado 22Gerardo Llano 21Teddy Quiroga 21David Martinez 21Jose Tiburcio 21Moises Martinez 20

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Employee Name YearsDaniel Cassini 25Joseph Nicoletti 24Alan Stransky 24Donna Moran 23John Kasztan 23Gabriel Acosta 22Kurt Kohere 22Jacqueline Zwingil 22Alberto Correa 21Nancy Di Bona 20

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American Heart AssociationTri County Heart Walk 2016

Events!

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A small number of President Container employees particated in The American Heart Association 2016 Tri County Heart Walk on May 1st. The annual event raises money to end heart disease. President Container makes a donation and our employees volunteer and walk the trails. Due to rainy weather conditions, volunteers, attendees and vendors didn’t see the turnout they expected.

Reyna Nuesi, Payroll Administrator, Moonachie, NJ.

Liza Tehawkha, Executive Assistant to Richard Grossbard.

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OFFICE FESTIVITIES Moonachie Celebrates 4th of July

NEW JERSEY

Anthony Falco, Customer Service Representative.

Christian Torres, Project Coordinator, Artisan.

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COMMUNITYValley Central High Test Corrugated Boats & Sleds

Students at Valley Central High School in Montgomery, New York completed their final class project as part of President Container Group’s mentoring program. The students tested the corrugated boats and bridge they created with assistance from Rich Goldberg and their teacher, Nick Longo. Several students are seen testing the boats in the pool and others examining the durability of the bridge they built.

For their end of the semester class project, students attempted to test the corrugated sled they built outside in the snow however, there was insufficient snow to complete the project, so they tested the sleds in the local ice skating rink.

Crew Ocean Fishing Trip June 4th & 11th on Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn, NY

SOCIAL HAPPENINGS

A group of Middletown Crew Workers, Staff, Account Executives including Hector Mendez, Jr. and Johnathan Perez along with few family members boarded a private boat on Sheepshead Bay in Brooklyn for our annual Staff Ocean Deep Fishing Trip. The weather was cloudy during the early morning but that didn’t stop the crew from fishing. Cindy Argudo, Accounts Payable Representative from the New Jersey office caught the biggest fish of the day, an 18 inch Flounder. This is the first fishing trip for Cindy who brought her daughter Adriana along. Mike Tirititilli, Alan Crance, Rich Goldberg, Rich Ryan, Senad Bajram, Robert Kaufmann, Kevin Cox, Carlos Cabrera, Leroy Pryce and Bob McCann were also in attendance.

Cindy Argudo holding an 18 inch Flounder she caught.

PCG employees & their kids on a boat on Sheepshead Bay for a day of deep fish fishing on June 4th.

Pictured (L to R) Rich Goldberg & Senad Bajram holding a Sea Bass they caught.

Pictured from (L to R) from the Middletown Plant, Senad Bajram, Robert Kaufmann, Kevin Cox, Carlos Cabrera, Bob McCann, Kevin Cox’s son & Leroy Pryce regroup after fishing on June 11th.

VCH Students & Nick Lango test the sleds on the ice.

Pictured (L to R) Steve Neuhaus, Orange County Executive & VCH Students.