Former Graphic Packaging CEO Mike Doss to lead International Paper spinout Global Cellulose Fibers

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Global Cellulose Fibers has appointed former Graphic Packaging International CEO Mike Doss as its new chief executive. GCF, which operates seven pulp mills and two converting facilities with 3,300 employees across eight countries, was acquired by private equity firm American Industrial Partners from International Paper in January for $1.5 billion. The company reported 2025 annual revenue of approximately $2.5 billion, while under International Paper the business generated nearly $2.8 billion in 2024. Doss, who led Graphic Packaging for a decade before being replaced late last year, said his initial focus will be on driving long-term value creation and finalizing plans for the standalone business. He is currently named as a defendant in a class action lawsuit against Graphic Packaging alleging securities law violations and insider stock sales.

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Graphic Packaging Holding Company
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Mike Doss, former CEO of Graphic Packaging, is named as a defendant in a class action lawsuit against Graphic Packaging alleging securities law violations and insider stock sales.

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Global Cellulose FibersPrivate▲ Positive
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Global Cellulose Fibers appoints former Graphic Packaging CEO Mike Doss as new CEO, signaling leadership stability and focus on long-term value creation for the standalone business.

American Industrial PartnersPrivate± Mixed
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