Menasha President Named One of Wisconsin's Top Business Leaders
Menasha Corporation president and CEO Chris Drees has been honored as a Wisconsin 275 Most Influential Business Leaders for 2024.
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The BizTimes Milwaukee publishes the Wisconsin 275 to recognize the most influential executives in different economic sectors throughout the state.
Drees has led Menasha Corporation since 2023 when he was named president and CEO and elected a director of the corporation. He is also the board chairperson of the Menasha Corporation Foundation.
Menasha Corporation, a packaging manufacturer and supply chain solutions provider, was named Wisconsin’s 2024 Mega Manufacturer of the Year. Headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin, Menasha Corporation has 100+ facilities in North America and Europe.
Prior to Menasha Corporation, Drees was president of Mercury Marine. In addition to his responsibilities at Menasha Corporation, Drees is the Board Chair of the Wisconsin Manufacturers in Commerce and Keller Builders Inc. He has also served on boards in the marine and banking industries.
“It’s an honor to be named one of Wisconsin’s 275 Influential Business Leaders, especially during my second year at the helm as CEO,” Drees said. “I am proud to be part of Menasha Corporation, and this recognition is a testament to all our employees and their commitment to our future success.”
The Wisconsin 275 encompasses industries and sectors including for-profit, privately owned, and public companies, and nonprofit and government organizations. The top 275 leaders were selected based on research of how the individual is influential in Wisconsin and whether someone is shaping the direction of Wisconsin’s economy.