George L. Thomas Tapped as President/CEO of Plastic Suppliers

COLUMBUS, OH—March 26, 2012—Plastic Suppliers, Inc. is proud to announce George L. Thomas, a 40 year veteran of the packaging industry, has been named president/CEO.

Thomas’ experience in the flexible packaging industry spans from the executive level to shop floor disciplines, with a strong commitment to continuous improvement. With a solid track record of success in the flexible packaging and converting industries, Thomas will focus his efforts on continuing to build Plastic Suppliers as a market leader in manufacturing and distribution.

“I believe George will provide the leadership that we need to excel and succeed as we move our company into the future,” said Peter Driscoll, Chairman of the Board. With the addition of Thomas, Plastic Suppliers will continue to emphasize innovation and sustainable goals while providing global cooperation to produce measurable change in the plastic film industry.

About Plastic Suppliers:

Founded in 1949, Plastic Suppliers offers 63 years experience converting plastic films and over 36 years experience manufacturing high quality plastic films. The company inventories various grades of plastic film such as polypropylene, polyester, polyethylene and synthetic papers. On the manufacturing side, Plastics Suppliers offers a line of polystyrene films and an environmentally friendly film made of PLA (polylactic acid) called EarthFirst. This product is made from annually renewable resources; plants and is ASTM D6400 certified compostable film.

With four strategically located distribution facilities across the United States and Europe and two manufacturing sites positions the company as a manufacturer with a distributors mentality. For additional information on the company please visit www.plasticsuppliers.com.