Andy Johnson

Andy Johnson is the Vice President of Government Affairs and Sustainability at Graphic Packaging International (GPI), a position he has held since October 2014. Based in the Greater Atlanta Area, he has a strong background in delivering significant business results across various functional areas, including sustainability, environmental governance, government affairs, marketing, and supply chain management.1

Professional Background

• Current Role: As VP of Government Affairs & Sustainability at GPI, Johnson leads the company's initiatives to engage with federal, state, and local government officials. His responsibilities include influencing policy and regulation and leveraging incentives to enhance business outcomes. He also oversees GPI's global sustainability program, setting its vision and executing strategies.1
• Previous Experience: Before his current role, he served as the Director of Government Affairs & Sustainability at GPI from January 2012 to October 2014. His earlier positions include roles in sales and customer engagement at The Packaging Department and product development at Empriva Technologies.1

Skills and Expertise

Johnson is recognized for his leadership in environments characterized by rapid growth and organizational restructuring. His expertise spans:

• Sustainability and Environmental Social Governance (ESG)
• Government affairs strategy
• Marketing and innovation
• Supply chain management

He is known for his ability to lead teams effectively in dynamic and time-sensitive settings.1