The Carton Council Names New Executive Director

The Carton Council of North America is proud to announce the appointment of Jordan Fengel as its new executive director, marking an exciting new chapter in the organization’s journey to increase the recycling of food and beverage cartons.

Fengel brings a wealth of industry knowledge and experience to the role, having served as the director of government affairs for the Carton Council and the market sustainability manager for Tetra Pak in the U.S. and Canada. Prior, he was the executive director of the State of Texas Alliance for Recycling (STAR). His deep understanding of recycling, knowledge of the political landscape and stakeholder relationships will be invaluable as he drives the Carton Council to realize its standing mission to expand carton recycling in the U.S. and Canada.

“I’m honored to take on this position and lead the Carton CounciI into its next chapter,” said Fengel. “Recycling is at a pivotal point, with policy becoming increasingly important, and the need for industry and government collaboration more necessary than ever. The Carton Council has always worked closely with stakeholders across the entire recycling value chain, including local governments, sorting facilities, end markets, brands and schools. I’m excited to build upon this to make carton recycling in the U.S. and Canada even more successful.” 

Since launching in 2009, the Carton Council has increased household access to carton recycling by 238%. Today, more than 77 million households in the U.S. can recycle their food and beverage cartons through their local recycling programs. Additionally, over 11,700 schools have established carton recycling programs. 

Under Fengel’s leadership, the organization aims to accelerate carton recycling efforts amid evolving industry dynamics, with a renewed strategic focus and commitment. Earlier this year, the Carton Council, in partnership with Elof Hansson and the UpCycling Group, announced a new recycling manufacturing facility that will open later in 2025 in Lodi, California. This facility will expand domestic end markets for cartons on the West Coast.