St. Louis, MO — [December 1, 2025] — Independent Carton Group (ICG) is pleased to announce W. H. Leary as its 2024 Supplier of the Year, recognizing the company’s outstanding partnership, service, and commitment to excellence throughout the past year. Supplier of the Year awards are presented annually following a review of the prior year’s performance.
The award was formally presented during ICG’s November 2024 meeting to Dan Lund, Midwest Sales Representative, of W. H. Leary. The presentation was attended by ICG leadership, including Jay Willie (Executive Director), Jina Monckton (Director of Operations), and Trent Tucker (Technical Director), and served as an opportunity to recognize supplier partners who play a critical role in supporting ICG’s operations and long-term growth.
W. H. Leary was selected for its consistent performance, responsiveness, and dedication to delivering high-quality solutions that align with ICG’s operational standards and customer expectations. Throughout 2024, W. H. Leary demonstrated a strong commitment to collaboration, reliability, and continuous improvement, making them a valued and trusted supplier partner.
“Strong supplier relationships are essential to our success,” said Jay Willie, Executive Director of Independent Carton Group. “Dan and the team at W. H. Leary exemplify what we look for in a supplier partner — accountability, innovation, and a shared commitment to quality. We are proud to recognize W. H. Leary as our 2024 Supplier of the Year.”
The Supplier of the Year award reflects ICG’s ongoing commitment to recognizing partners who contribute meaningfully to operational excellence, supply chain performance, and long-term value creation.
Independent Carton Group looks forward to continuing its partnership with W. H. Leary and building on the shared successes achieved in 2024.
About Independent Carton Group
Independent Carton Group is a leading provider of high-quality paperboard packaging solutions, serving a diverse range of customers across multiple industries. ICG is committed to operational excellence, innovation, and strong partnerships throughout its supply chain.
For more information, visit www.independentcartongroup.com.
About W. H. Leary
W.H. Leary is a trusted supplier of innovative solutions for the packaging and converting industries. Known for its engineering expertise, responsive service, and long-standing industry relationships, W. H. Leary partners closely with customers to deliver reliable, high-performance solutions that support operational efficiency and quality outcomes.
For more information, visit https://www.whleary.com/
