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
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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

  1. Marketing & Business Development Manager

    J.S. Mccarthy Packaging Print

    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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