Type Of Business:
Manufacturing Company
Marketing Area:
International
Expertise:
Mr. Harrell's expertise is in strategic development and operations improvement.
Major Product/SVS:
Commercial and Industrial Packaging Products
Hobbies/Sports:
Flying Airplanes, Golfing with his Sons
Education Degrees:
Global Master of Business Administration, Duke University (2002); Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Francis Marion University (1985)
Affiliations Awards:
Alumni Association, Francis Marion University; Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association; Kiwanis International, Hartsville Chapter
Industry:
Sales & Marketing
Children's Names:
Tyler, Cole
Date of Distinction:
9/30/2009
Work History:
Vice President and General Manager, Paper Division (2007-2009); Vice President and General Manager, Sonoco Europe (2002-2006); President, Sonoco Limited, Canada (1999-2001); Geberal Manager, Cone Operations (1996-1998); Consumer Operations, Slough England (1994-1995); Consumer Division, Plant Manager (1992-1993); Consumer Division, Sales (1990-1991); Consumer Division, Prodution (1989); Vice President and General Manager, Industrial Carriers.Sonoco Consumer Division, Quality (1985-1988)
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The highlight of his career was being appointed to an international assignment in Europe between 2004 and 2006, as he felt extremely fulfilled with the turn of the European business and being involved with its development.
Charity:
Local School; President, Kiwanis, Hartsville, SC; Vice President, Francis Marion University Alumni Association
Number Of Years In Profession:
24
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his willingness to learn new things and not being afraid of the unknown.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession immediately after graduating from school and eventually progressed.
Extended Bio Profile:
Mr. Harrell worked on an international basis for 10 years. He has been happily married to his wife, Renee, for 25 years.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Managing Business Operations including Finance, Sales and Marketing, Overseeing Manufacturing, Supply, Internal Converting and Trade
Education Certifications:
Single-Engine Pilot Certificate
Awards/Honors:
Outstanding Alumni Award, Francis Marion University (2009); Outstanding Business School Alumni (1993)