Austin Given

Austin Given is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in packaging design and engineering, currently serving as the Director of Packaging Design R&D at Veritiv Corporation. Since July 2019, Austin has led a global team of over 60 associates across North America and Asia, delivering brand solutions for global clients in partnership with an internal creative agency. Prior roles include Group Manager of Packaging Engineering at Kohler Co., where Austin managed packaging engineering teams for the faucets and housewares business, and Lead Packaging & Display Developer at Pacific Market International. Austin holds a BFA in 2D Studio Art from the University of Arizona and completed the Veritiv LEAD Business Program at the University of Georgia in 2023.