It’s Double Kudos for Arkay at NJPEC Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Both Mitchell Kaneff, 3rd generation CEO, and his dad, Howard Kaneff, were honored.
Jamie Matusow, Editor-in-Chief07.14.22
As Arka
y celebrates its
100th anniversary
this year as a
leading carton
manufacturer, the
former and current
CEOs were both
recognized for their
lifetime
achievements in the
packaging
industry.
Arkay's How
ard and Mitchell
Kaneff were inducted
into the 2022 NJPEC
Hall of Fame,
along with four
other packaging
executives. &nb
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Mitchell Kaneff
accepted his award
at the
podium—and
then in a surprise
announcement, Howard
Kaneff was also
awarded the
prestigious
trophy.
The two made NJPEC
history as the first
father and son to be
named to the Hall of
Fame
simultaneously.
Watch the video
above
Here, in this
interview, Mitchell
Kaneff speaks about
the touching
ceremony, some of
the most memorable
packages the company
has produced (with
creative direction
straight from
Estée Lauder
and Leonard Lauder)
and why it’s
important to stay
curious and keep
asking
questions as
you climb the
industry ladder.
