Polytag expands with appointment of new CFO

Dawson, who brings a wealth of experience as a portfolio CEO and CFO of global manufacturing businesses, will draw on his background in business growth and commercialization to help Polytag take its Describe, Tag and Trace sustainability technology to the next level.

‘We are entering a crucial period of growth for our business, and we need to ensure we have the right people and processes in place at the right time,’ commented Alice Rackley, CEO of Polytag. ‘Digital Deposit Return Schemes (DDRS) – one of the core areas of our business – are gaining momentum across the UK and we are seeing significant interest from brands and retailers looking to implement these schemes.

‘And with the likely introduction of Extended Producer Responsibility in 2023 and the Plastics Packaging Tax in April 2022 – both of which will require manufacturers, brands and retailers to understand how their packaging is handled post-consumption – Steve will help ensure we are in the best possible position to support the industry as it navigates these changes. We very much look forward to growing the business with him.’

‘I am delighted to join the team at Polytag,’ commented Dawson on his appointment. ‘I have spent many years working in global manufacturing businesses, particularly helping companies commercialize new technologies, so my experience will complement the business’ objectives. I am particularly excited about the level of innovation that I have seen which not only enables – but optimizes – the packaging circular economy, helping protect our planet from a very real climate emergency.’