Stephen Schrimshaw

Stephen Schrimshaw is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in product innovation and commercial leadership, currently serving as the Group Product Innovation Director at DS Smith since June 2006. In this role, Stephen focuses on anticipating future market trends, developing innovative solutions, and driving new value creation through a collaborative approach in an open innovation ecosystem. Previously, Stephen held various positions at DS Smith, including Group Commercial Director for Innovation & R&D, and UK Strategic Commercial Manager for UK Packaging, where responsibilities ranged from developing commercial strategies to executing continuous improvement initiatives. Stephen's early career included roles at WestRock Company as a Nestle Account Manager and at Croda in technical sales, showcasing a solid background in account management and new business development. Stephen holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and a Bachelor of Arts in International Business from the University of Hull.