Russell Foster

Russell Foster has extensive experience in the packaging industry, currently serving as Senior Director of Key Accounts at Greif since March 2024, where responsibilities include managing and developing the Large Format Corrugated and Bulk Packaging Portfolio. Prior to this role, Russell spent over two decades at International Paper in various positions, including National Account Manager for the National Accounts and Bulk Packaging Groups, as well as Territory Manager for North American Container. Russell began the professional career as an Industrial Sales Representative at Piedmont National from June 1997 to July 2002. Education includes a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences from The University of Georgia, obtained from 1991 to 1997, and completion of high school at Clarke Central High School in 1989.