Morrison Container Handling Solutions Announces Key Promotions in Leadership Team
/Glenwood, Ill. — Morrison Container Handling Solutions, a leading global provider of container handling equipment and custom packaging machinery solutions, is pleased to announce the promotions of four exceptional individuals within the company. These well-deserved promotions recognize their dedication, expertise in their respective fields, and outstanding contributions and commitment to the growing organization and better reflects the key roles they play at Morrison.
Kristin Geiger – Director, Business Operations
Seth Licke – Director, Assembly Operations and Service
Garrett Sudicky – Director, IT
Allison Wagner – Director, Marketing and Business Strategy
All four individuals have built their respective departments from the ground up to respond to a fast-paced, growing company. Their work has been critical in the sustained growth curve of Morrison.
"These promotions reflect our commitment to recognizing and nurturing talent within our organization," said Nancy Wilson, CEO. "Kristin, Seth, Garrett, and Allison have consistently demonstrated their dedication and expertise, as well as commitment to continuous learning, making them key contributors to our success. We are confident that their leadership in their respective roles will propel Morrison Container Handling Solutions to new heights."
Kristin Geiger, previously the Office Operations Manager, has been promoted to Director, Business Operations. She oversees the Human Resources, Accounting, Support, and Purchasing departments. Kristin's exceptional people skills, business acumen, and keen attention to detail have contributed significantly to the efficiency of our business operations. Through her 20 years at Morrison, she has been critical in implementing two new ERP systems and setting up organizational structures for key departments. In her new role, she will lead efforts to streamline and optimize our internal processes, driving operational excellence.
Seth Licke has been promoted from Assembly and Aftermarket Customer Service Manager to Director, Assembly Operations and Service. Seth's commitment to excellence in customer service and timing screw expertise have been crucial in his ability to streamline assembly operations, allowing Morrison to deliver high-quality products to our customers before and after shipment. In his tenure, he’s overseen the development of a service department, project management of large capital equipment projects, and managing the assembly team at an operational level. As Director of Assembly Operations and Service, he will further enhance our operational efficiency internally and in-field support of our customers.
Garrett Sudicky has been promoted from Computer Systems Manager to Director, IT. Garrett's expertise in information technology has been pivotal in bolstering our IT infrastructure and fostering inter-departmental collaborations that make the business more successful. Under his leadership for the last 11 years, the IT team has developed tools to significantly enhance operational efficiency. Garrett’s inquisitive nature has helped him anticipate needs of an expanding business. As Director, IT, he remains committed to ensuring Morrison’s technological systems remain cutting-edge, advanced, and agile.
Allison Wagner has been promoted from Business Strategy Manager to Director, Marketing and Business Strategy. Allison's strategic thinking has played a pivotal role in taking the company through a digital marketing transformation to grow market share while building a department. She anticipated trends in an evolving marketing landscape to position the company for strength during the pandemic while also owning and implementing key strategic initiatives. Allison will continue to lead the charge in developing innovative marketing strategies and providing valuable insights to guide long-term business strategy.
“When I think of the next generation of leaders at Morrison, I think of these four individuals,” Chris Wilson, President, said. “Their commitment to helping Morrison succeed while delivering the best for our internal and external customers is undoubtedly critical to the next era of our growth. These promotions are a reflection of what they’ve built in their respective tenures at our company.”
The entire team at Morrison Container Handling Solutions congratulates Kristin Geiger, Seth Licke, Garrett Sudicky, and Allison Wagner on their well-deserved promotions and looks forward to their continued contributions to the company's growth and success.
About Morrison Container Handling Solutions:
Morrison Container Handling Solutions celebrated its 52nd anniversary on May 1, 2023. Since 1971, the company has prided itself on providing the best solutions in container handling and is excited to mark this momentous occasion in its history.
Founded by President Nick Wilson, Morrison Container Handling Solutions is well known in the packaging industry for developing customer-focused, simple and innovative solutions for container handling needs. The company was started by Wilson to provide superior bottle handling parts and timing screws and has now grown to be recognized as the source for innovative container-focused handling solutions, even for the most difficult rigid or semi-rigid containers. Since its inception, Morrison has provided solutions for companies within the United States and internationally. Morrison is well-known industry-wide for attentive service to a wide variety of customers’ container handling needs – always with Support Built In®, the company’s promise to deliver quality products and support them 24/7, from initial concept to years after installation.
Continuing the legacy Nick’s son, Chris Wilson, has been with Morrison for more than 30 years and is now President. In 2011, Nick recruited his wife, Nancy Wilson, to bring her 25 years of Ford Motor Company corporate marketing and leadership experience to the team. In 2013, Nancy became owner and CEO of Morrison and oversees daily operations.
At Morrison Container Handling Solutions, we believe in every human’s right to be treated with respect and equality, and the right to live without fear.
