Lean Catalyst: A Lean-Focused Interview Series (Andy Silvernail, CEO, International Paper)

Our featured guest on "The Lean Catalyst" is: Andy Silvernail, CEO - International Paper (NYSE: IP).

In this dynamic, one-hour interview series, we will bring together like-minded CEOs who have successfully embraced lean thinking to drive exceptional results. Through captivating conversations, we delve into their remarkable achievements, uncovering the strategies, insights, and practical wisdom that have propelled their organizations forward. Each interview features an in-depth interview with a distinguished CEO who has demonstrated extraordinary leadership in leveraging lean principles. It's a great opportunity for sharing experiences, strategies, and valuable knowledge that others can apply to their own leadership journeys.

Andy joins International Paper from KKR & Co., Inc., a global investment firm, where he served as an executive advisor. He has two decades of experience leading global companies in the manufacturing and technology sectors. He is the former Chairman and CEO of Madison Industries, one of the world’s largest privately held companies. Prior to that, Silvernail served as Chairman and CEO of IDEX Corporation from 2011 to 2020. His strategic agility and expertise in customer segmentation, innovation, Lean operating models and mergers and acquisitions have been foundational to his ongoing success. Andy previously held executive positions at Rexnord Industries, Newell Rubbermaid and Danaher Corporation. He currently serves on the Board of Directors of Stryker Corporation.

Andy earned a bachelor’s degree in government from Dartmouth College and an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School.

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