RRD celebrates 160 anniversary

R.R. Donnelley & Sons Company (RRD), a global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain technologies, has been celebrating its 160th anniversary this year, commemorating a legacy of innovation and excellence.

RRD was founded by Richard Robert Donnelley in 1864. What started as a local print operation in Chicago has since expanded across 27 countries, serving 18,000 clients,  including 92 percent of the Fortune 100.

Today, RRD has cemented its reputation as a provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain technologies with the mission of transforming customer touchpoints into meaningful moments of impact for its clients.

‘It is an honor to celebrate RRD’s 160th anniversary and to reflect on our rich history while recognizing who RRD is and what we stand for today,’ said Tom Quinlan, president and chief executive officer at RRD. ‘Our tagline for the celebration is “Innovation & Excellence Since 1864”. Innovation is the change, it’s what has kept RRD growing and evolving for well over a century. And, excellence is the constant, it’s what is woven through the fibers of our organization and the way our people approach everything we do.’

‘Throughout more than a century and a half, RRD has never stopped evolving its capabilities, knowledge, and focus to solve tomorrow’s business challenges,’ added John Pecaric, chief operating officer at RRD. ‘Prominent figures in RRD’s history believed that excellence meant meeting the challenges of change. This mindset serves us well now and long into the future.’

RRD is marking the milestone anniversary with upcoming celebrations, an introduction of refreshed corporate values, and a web page detailing the company’s expansive history and evolution.

‘A values-based organization that focuses on innovation and excellence stands the test of time,’ said Al duPont, chief commercial officer at RRD. ‘For 160 years, RRD has proven its ability to progress through many diverse evolutions, advancing and transforming to stay competitive and provide clients with the services and solutions that impact their success.’