Craig Thompson

President / Growth Strategy, Marketing Leadership, Business Transformation / Accelerating Revenue and Profit through Innovative Strategies

Stonewall, Manitoba, Canada

About

I am a dedicated professional with experience in Finance, Operations, Procurement, Marketing, Sales and Sales Leadership. I embrace a challenge and have enjoyed all of the challenges that come from leading an organization towards success. My goal is to "win" and winning can come from closing a sale, developing an employee, solving an operation problem, acquiring the best assets, or any other form of success. I am an empowering leader that has led small and large teams, allowing and supporting team members to rise to the highest level. Achieved the most success through allowing employees to rise to the highest level of their capability and realizing that a small failure or "pretty good" can be more effective than intervention to achieve "perfect". As a Project Manager I have led CRM Implementation, Mergers & Acquisitions, Operational Response teams, ERP integration, Custom Software Installations and numerous other major projects. These projects as well as the departments that I have led have provided me the benefit of motivating people towards a common goal and ensuring all team members are striving collaboratively. There is nothing better than a shared success! I am currently exploring new opportunities where I can leverage my expertise in marketing and business development to drive strategic growth and make a meaningful impact. If you are seeking a dedicated leader with a proven track record of success, I’d love to connect. Feel free to reach out via email at [email protected] or connect with me here on LinkedIn to discuss potential roles and collaborations.

Experience

  • President at Winpak
    Jun 2026 - Present · 2 mos

    Responsible for the effective operations of three manufacturing plants in Winnipeg MB, Senoia GA, and Queretaro MX. Leading dynamic teams to win success and profitably grow business.

  • Chief Operating Officer at Helix Packaging
    Nov 2024 - May 2026 · 1 yr 7 mos

    Led Operations, Finance, Procurement and Customer Service during a period of rapid growth and expansion. Responsible for four manufacturing facilities in Mississauga, ON Canada, supporting Sales in Canada, United States, and Mexico

  • Winpak (25 yrs 6 mos)
    • Director, Marketing & Business Development / Market Expansion, Growth & Service Enhancement
      Jul 2017 - Oct 2024 · 7 yrs 4 mos

      Led Customer Service, Graphics, Costing, and Product Management Departments. Negotiated hundreds of millions in business with clients. Implemented continuous improvements initiatives in supply chain, internal processes, sales & marketing strategy, and plant-floor operational challenges.

    • Senior Marketing Manager / Product Development, Marketing Campaign Leader & Brand Strategy
      Jan 2015 - Jul 2017 · 2 yrs 7 mos

      Led Customer Service, Costing, and Graphics Departments, leading a team of over 50 employees implementing process improvements that streamlined operations and enhance service delivery. Radically revamped RFP approach resulted in a 5X improvement to success rate of winning new business. Streamlined quotation process leading to 20% productivity improvement.

    • Business Manager - Pouch / Product Life Cycle, Operational Efficiency, Product Portfolio Expansion
      Jul 2011 - Dec 2014 · 3 yrs 6 mos

      Responsible for all aspects of the pre-made Pouch product portfolio - collaborated closely with Operational staff to implement numerous operational process enhancements, including running through breaks, faster knife changes, 5S methodology, new equipment, and a new tooling supplier, resulting in a $6 million profit increase over three years.