Lisa Oakes
Helping food & pharma brands get folding cartons faster (2–3 week turnarounds) | Employee-owned packaging partner | J.S. McCarthy
- Role
- Marketing & Business Development Manager at J.S. Mccarthy Packaging Print
- Location
- Waterville, ME, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Lisa Oakes
If you manage packaging for food, pharma, or consumer products, you already know how quickly things can go sideways:– Lead times stretch– Suppliers go quiet– Deadlines don’t move (even when everything else does)That’s where we come in.We work with packaging managers, procurement teams, and operations leaders who need a folding carton partner they can actually rely on—especially when timelines are tight and expectations are high.At J.S. McCarthy Packaging + Print, we help teams: Turn around folding cartons in 2–3 weeks Navigate supply chain challenges with direct mill relationships Maintain compliance (SQF, FSC, EcoVadis) without slowing down Scale with warehousing + fulfillment when neededWhat makes us different isn’t just speed—it’s accountability. As a 100% employee-owned company, every project matters to the people producing it.If you’re evaluating new packaging partners—or just need a backup plan you can trust—we\'re always open to a conversation.
Experience
Marketing & Business Development Manager
May 2022 — Present · Augusta, ME, US
I support our sales team who work with packaging buyers, procurement teams, and operations leaders to source folding carton packaging that meets tight timelines without sacrificing quality or compliance.Their role sits at the intersection of sales, marketing, and customer experience—helping bring in new business while ensuring our customers have a seamless, reliable experience.Key areas of focus:– Supporting food, pharmaceutical, and consumer goods brands– Helping clients navigate lead time challenges and supplier risk– Showcasing JSM’s capabilities through content, campaigns, and outreach– Driving inbound opportunities through digital and relationship-based strategiesWe’re best known for: 2–3 week turnaround times Exceptional service and communication Direct mill relationships Employee ownership mindsetIf you’re exploring new packaging partners, we\'re happy to be a resource.
Education
Mount Holyoke College
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Music
1992 — 1996
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Certificate, Graphic Design
2000 — 2002
Skills
- Adobe Photoshop
- Photoshop
- Web Design
- Flyers
- Political Campaigns
- Advertising
- Email Marketing
- Posters
- Invitations
- Brochures
- Proofreading
- Event Planning
- Logo Design
- Signs
- Wine Labels
- Typography
- Graphic Design
- Business Cards
- Illustrator
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