ASPI Honors Domtar's Bill Edwards with Excellence in Leadership Award

Bill Edwards, Domtar's senior vice president of Paper and Packaging Operations, has receivd ASPI's Excellence in Leadership Award.

March 4, 2025 - Domtar announced that its senior vice president of Paper and Packaging Operations, Bill Edwards, received the prestigious Excellence in Leadership Award from the Association of Suppliers to the Paper Industry (ASPI) during the organization's annual conference in Clearwater, Florida.

The ASPI Excellence in Leadership Award is presented annually to an industry leader who demonstrates exceptional management skills, strategic vision and a commitment to advancing the pulp and paper sector.

"I am truly honored to receive this award and grateful to be part of an industry that plays such a vital role in everyday life," Edwards says. "At Domtar, we are committed to producing essential paper, packaging, and pulp products that people rely on daily. This recognition reflects the hard work and dedication of the entire team, whose innovation and passion drive our success. I share this achievement with all those who have supported and inspired me throughout my career."

With more than three decades of industry experience, Edwards has championed initiatives that advance operational excellence, product quality and innovation. His leadership has contributed to sustainable growth and strengthened partnerships for Domtar, while earning respect from peers and industry stakeholders alike.

Edwards' forward-thinking approach has not only driven business success but also supported the development of future industry leaders.

"Bill's dedication to guiding operational performance and fostering collaborative relationships has made a lasting impact on both Domtar and the broader industry," says Steve Henry, president of Paper and Packaging for Domtar. "This recognition reflects his commitment to our core values of caring, accountability, collaboration and entrepreneurship. We are proud to see his contributions recognized with this well-deserved honor."

About ASPI

The Association of Suppliers to the Paper Industry (ASPI) is the forum to connect industry leaders. ASPI members and their customers gain unique knowledge and networking to improve industry performance.

Domtar is a leading, privately held manufacturer of diversified forest products, with a workforce of about 14,000 employees in more than 60 locations across North America. The company has an annual production capacity of 9.1 million metric tons of pulp, paper, packaging and tissue, and approximately 3 billion board feet of lumber and other wood products.

SOURCE: Domtar