John Howlett

President at Bunzl Canada

John Howlett has a diverse work experience spanning several roles and industries. John began their career as a Floor Manager at Sears Canada in 1979 before transitioning to Johnson & Johnson, where they worked as a Sales Representative and later became the Director of Marketing. In 1989, they joined Lily Cups Canada as the Vice President of Sales & Marketing, a role they held until 1993. John then worked at Ivex Packaging as the Vice President of Sales & Marketing in 1994 before joining Bunzl Canada in 1995. At Bunzl Canada, they held various positions, including Director of Canadian Operations and Vice President. In 2004, they briefly worked at Bunzl Distribution NA as the Vice President of National Accounts before returning to Bunzl Canada. John ultimately became the Senior Vice President before being promoted to President in 2014.

John Howlett attended Nelson High School from 1970 to 1975. John then pursued a degree in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing at Sheridan College from 1976 to 1978. In 2001, John briefly attended UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School. In 2003, they also had a brief period of enrollment at the University of Oxford, although it is unclear whether they pursued a specific degree or field of study.

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Timeline

  • President

    January, 2014 - present