2300 S Watney Way #A, Fairfield, CA, United States of America, 94553
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Kiwi GM Joins Guala North America
The Guala Closures Group, based in California, have recently appointed Dave Campbell from New Zealand to lead their North American business.
Having helped launch aluminum screwcaps to the New Zealand wine industry in 2005, Campbell returned to the Guala Group in 2019 and has made the move to Napa Valley to continue to promote the use of aluminum closures throughout the wine industry in North America.
“I’m excited to be here and be based in such a famous and thriving wine region. The New Zealand wine industry has really embraced aluminum closures with 99% of all wines under screwcap, so there are lots of opportunities within the local industry to talk to the benefits of aluminum closures, both for the wine and particularly the consumer.”
“One of the best parts of my role in New Zealand was working with a new generation of winemakers who keep challenging convention to produce world class wines. Now based in North America, I’m looking forward to getting to know the local industry who I believe have the same pioneering style thinking.”
With continued supply chain pressures coming from global shipping and logistics shortages, Campbell says the Guala Group is heavily committed to the North American region.
“We have some exciting things in the pipeline and are continuing to explore ways we can better partner our loyal customers. This means we need more agility and focus than ever before.”
The Guala Closures Group is based in Fairfield, California, and is headquartered in Italy. The group is the world leader in aluminum and specialty closures for spirits, wine, oil and non-alcoholic beverages.
Q+A with Dave
The best thing about living in California
No doubt the weather! We have only been here a few weeks and it’s been superb. The people have also been amazing and very welcoming to the family – we are lucky there are a few Kiwi’s and Aussie’s in the valley also.
Your first thoughts on the local wine industry
The industry is in a strong position – but with an everchanging landscape such as the European political situation and continued supply chain pressures, there are always day to day challenges. I’ve been a customer longer than I’ve been a supplier in this industry, and to overcome these challenges we need to work even more closely together. Personally, we have loved exploring the regions and sub regions locally – we are spoilt for choice!
Something you’ll miss about NZ
Not having to use a corkscrew… (sponsored comment 😊), plus friends and family
How is the wine industry different to NZ?
Obviously the scale is on a different level here, but the same innovative, ‘get it done’ attitude is really evident here as it is back home. The dynamism of the people is what first attracted me to the industry 20 years ago when I started.
What’s your plan for your first year in the US?
Obviously, I have a lot to learn about the local industry, but we want to ensure we are set up to grow with our customers over the coming years. A lot of this comes from investment in innovation and sustainability projects that help give our customers new and exciting things to talk about in their markets. We want to be open to new ideas on how we work faster with our customers, this includes not just physical production, but ordering systems, technology and freight. It’s an exciting time.
About
Founded in Italy in 1954 by the Guala family as a production plant to make plastic components, today, the Guala Closures Group operates in 4 continents through 29 production plants and a sales network covering over 60 countries.
Thanks to a policy of continuous business development and technological innovation, the Group is an acknowledged benchmark at world level, in a scenario of highly differentiated and constantly growing markets. The world leader in the production of non-refillable closures for spirits and the leader in Europe and Latin America in the production of aluminium closures, Guala is also one of the leading forces in Italy and Spain in the design and manufacture of PET preforms and bottles.
A large Italian multinational with a widespread network covering traditional commercial areas and in continuous expansion in emerging markets.
Over 4,200 managers, professionals and engineers united by the same passion: to safeguard the quality and enhance the image of the leading international brands in alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, wine, oil, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics.
14.5 billion closures sold in 100 countries, 4 research centres, two divisions, Closures and PET, 29 production plants. Always one step ahead of its customers' requirements, providing technological knowhow and reliability.
Our Mission
To consolidate and develop our leadership position at international level in the market for closures for alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, wine, oil, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and for PET, adopting a model focused exclusively on our core business.
To constantly pursue research, innovation and quality, to anticipate market change and to be a partner to customers, jointly developing new solutions to protect products and to create an image based on the most advanced marketing techniques.
To contribute to creating an international culture that seeks to safeguard product quality and to challenge the phenomenon of adulteration, to the benefit of consumers and manufacturers alike.
To develop a policy of accountability towards stakeholders (investors, customers, employees, suppliers, local communities) and the environment, by taking action based on the following values:
- transparency: clarity, completeness and correctness of information, of the business activities performed and in interpersonal relations
- professionalism: training and development of employees with a view to continuous improvement
- protection and welfare of the environment: health and safety of the workplace, of products and of the impact on communities close to production sites
- recognition and reward of results: full sharing of objectives and objective assessment criteria to encourage and reward all human resources
To pursue a strategy of constant growth by acquiring and establishing new production plants and by developing sales networks on new countries, to guarantee the creation of value, to the benefit of the market and investors.
Contact
Contact List
| Title | Name | Phone | Extension | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Manager | Simon Yudelevich | simon@gualaclosuresna.com | 7077183987 | 70771 |
| Sales Manager | Lisa Giannini | lisa@gualaclosuresna.com | 6472052307 | |
| Customer Service | Jaisan Robb | jaisan@gualaclosuresna.com | 7074252277 |
Location List
| Locations | Address | State | Country | Zip Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guala Closures North America, Inc | 2300 S Watney Way #A, Fairfield | CA | United States of America | 94553 |
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