The pressure-sensitive tape industry is experiencing a major transition driven by rapid technological growth (such as EV battery assembly, medical wearables, and sustainable materials). To keep pace, companies are shifting their focus toward succession planning—often referred to as “filling the bench”—to identify, recruit, and train the next generation of commercial leaders who can navigate this evolving landscape.
Internal Promotion Led to a New Job Opening
When a private equity acquisition left a critical leadership gap at a $48M packaging manufacturer, we delivered a strategic hire who helped drive an 87% revenue increase in just three years.
Reputation in Hiring
This is a firsthand account from an executive recruiter detailing how a struggling New York packaging distributor successfully navigated a reputational and operational crisis through radical transparency and strategic leadership hiring.
Polymers, Plastics & Coatings Top-Talented Candidates
At our firm, we’re constantly connecting with top-tier talent across the specialty chemicals, polymers, and building products industries — and this month’s candidate spotlight is no exception.
Cracking Culture Fit: The Secret Sauce for Lasting Hires
A discussion on culture fit and cracking the secret sauce for lasting hires
Assessing Character Traits in Manufacturing Interviews
Angelo discusses: Uncovering the Real Person with the STAR Method and Behavioral Tools
Bright Spots Emerging – Resilience in the U.S. Labor Market and Manufacturing Outlook as 2025 Closes
Professional article written by, Angelo Giallombardo, with a major focus on resilience in the labor market and job trends since 1975.
Hot Candidates 10/2025
Angelo talks about our current “Hot Candidates” in the industry.
Hot Candidates – September (2)
Our Featured Candidates in the Packaging industry are highlighted to showcase their skills and experience.
Hot Candidates – September
Below are a few examples of candidates we’ve been in contact with recently.
They’re looking for opportunities and have strong experience that could potentially help your company to grow this year and in the near future.
Hot Candidates 7/31
We present some of our July Top Talent Candidates
Hot Candidate Post – Sales Rep
Young Sales Rep – Pressure Sensitive Adhesive Tapes – Based in North Carolina – 10yrs Exp
Hot Candidates – March 2025
Angelo talks about some of our hottest candidates within the Pressure Sensitive Tapes industry that are currently seeking new opportunities.
3M Preferred Converters
Angelo talks about his skills and knowledge in the converting industry, and how he places candidates with the converting industry!
Confidential Candidates
This is a list of confidential candidates that bring experience and innovation to our industry.
Manufacturing Trends in 2023 – Remote Work
Angelo talks about a controversial topic: remote work
How to Find Recruiters on LinkedIn
If you think it’s easy to find an executive recruiter on LinkedIn, you are partially correct. Read more