JAMES D. DOWNHAM: President & CEO Packaging Associations of Canada (PAC)

James D. Downham is the President & CEO of Packaging Associations of Canada (PAC).  Since 1950, PAC Global has been a not-for-profit, trusted advisor for its member-based global packaging network.

Our purpose is to help our members achieve their business goals.

Our core principals are material/package neutrality, sustainable, circular, inclusive and accessible packaging design.

Our agenda is set by packaging industry leaders who serve on our board of directors and working group leadership councils. Open to our members.

PAC Global is a not-for-profit, trusted advisor for its member-based global packaging network. Since 1950 we have gathered to connect, collaborate, learn, innovate and celebrate together as a family. Our mission is to help our members meet their goals.

PAC Global brings the world of packaging to our member doorsteps via an extensive product and program portfolio including:

  • Exclusive member portal including a curated international PAC MART marketplace.
  • Extensive educational programs.
  • Showcasing package brand design and innovation through global competitions and awards.
  • Purpose-centered learning initiatives through summits, seminars, webinars and workshops.
  • Valuable networking opportunities by joining the Board of Directors and Leadership Council opportunities.

Join our worldwide network of over 2,500 members, 25,000+ LinkedIn executive connections, 7,000+ corporate page followers, and a growing list of over 4,000 industry contacts worldwide.