Paul Biesiadecki, Vice President, Sales, Paper and Packaging, at MATIV.
May 20, 2025 - NPTA is proud to announce that Paul Biesiadecki, Vice President, Sales, Paper and Packaging at MATIV, has been selected as the 2025 Stanley O. Styles Industry Excellence Award recipient.
The Stanley O. Styles (SOS) Industry Excellence Award is NPTA's highest honor, recognizing a leader whose career reflects innovation, dedication, and lasting impact on the printing paper industry.
Biesiadecki's career in the paper and packaging industry spans decades of impactful leadership, strategic innovation, and meaningful mentorship. From his early days at Mohawk Fine Papers to his current role at MATIV, Biesiadecki has consistently advanced the industry through forward-thinking strategies, deep customer relationships, and a strong commitment to excellence.
At Mohawk, he held pivotal roles including Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer, where he led the digital business segment and drove growth across premium papers and specialty substrates.
NPTA stated, "What sets Paul apart is not just his business acumen, but also his dedication to uplifting others and giving back. Whether coaching talent in the workplace or leading volunteer teams to improve living conditions in rural Honduras, Paul embodies the spirit of servant leadership that this award celebrates.
"A longtime industry advocate and active participant in groups like the PRINTING United Alliance Networking Group, Paul continues to elevate our field through insight, collaboration, and purpose-driven work.
"Please join us in congratulating Paul Biesiadecki, the 2025 Stanley O. Styles Award honoree, for his outstanding contributions to the paper and packaging community," NPTA concluded.
Biesiadecki will receive the award during the luncheon at Paper Meets Live! 2025 in Clearwater Beach, Florida, on Tuesday, September 16. Paper Meets LIVE! 2025 is co-hosted by the American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) and National Paper Trade Association (NPTA).
NPTA serves fine paper merchants, suppliers, converters and service providers who serve the printing, publishing, catalog, direct mail, imaging, retail and corporate markets. The association actively supports the success of its member firms through the delivery of networking, education, advocacy and industry trends focused on the health of the paper distribution channel.
SOURCE: NPTA