Gary Taverrite

About Gary Taverrite

With 40 years in the packaging industry, I’ve built a career around solving complex challenges where cost, performance, and sustainability must work in harmony. Whether you need to ensure safe transit from point A to B or deliver a memorable, on-brand unboxing experience, my team and I are here to help you get it right.We approach every project with a commitment to structural integrity, material innovation, and environmental responsibility. From recyclable and compostable options to fully custom-engineered designs, we help ensure your packaging meets performance goals, supports your sustainability initiatives, and fits your budget.Through Stephen Gould’s extensive global supplier network, we’re also able to go beyond packaging—supplying components or even complete OEM products that we’re developing packaging for. This end-to-end capability helps our clients streamline operations, accelerate timelines, and capture more value across the board.My experience spans industries including medical, consumer goods, electronics, food and beverage, government, and UN-certified products. Whether supporting Fortune 500 brands or scaling startups, we bring the same level of passion, precision, and service.If you’re looking for a packaging partner who’s experienced, innovative, and ready to deliver, let’s connect. I’d welcome the chance to show you what we can accomplish together.Most importantly, I\'ve been a husband for 38 years to my beautiful wife, a father to 4 extraordinary daughters, an advocate for the homeless in my city and I serve in a Prison Ministry almost every week. Packaging is fun but this is where I get the most out of life!

Experience

1. Senior Development Manager

   Stephen Gould

   Feb 1984 — Present · Sacramento, CA, US

   Skills: project management, packaging, packing, collaboration, operationsAs Senior Project Manager, I lead custom packaging and OEM production programs from concept through delivery. I collaborate directly with brands, manufacturers, and operations teams to design and source tailored solutions that solve cost, design, and performance goals. Manage full-scope packaging programs for CPG, health & beauty, electronics, and specialty goods Coordinate global production and logistics for efficient, on-time delivery Source environmentally responsible materials including biodegradable, recycled, and compostable options Lead design services including prototypes, structural design, and custom branding Maintain long-term client relationships through consistent, hands-on service

Education

• University of Florida

  BS, Accounting

  1978 — 1982

Skills

• Account Management
• Packaging
• Competitive Analysis
• Manufacturing
• Team Building
• Project Management
• B2b
• New Business Development
• Business Development
• Product Development
• Operations Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Strategic Planning
• Purchasing
• Lean Manufacturing