Una Terra names former Sealed Air chief William Hickey operating partner
Circular-economy investment firm Una Terra has appointed William Hickey, who led Sealed Air as president and CEO from 2000 to 2012, as Operating Partner. Based in New York, Hickey will advise Una Terra's portfolio companies on manufacturing, commercial expansion and entry into the US market. Financial terms of the appointment were not disclosed.
Why this mattersBrings three decades of large-scale packaging manufacturing and operating experience to circular-economy start-ups seeking US commercial traction.
- William Hickey served as President and CEO of Sealed Air Corporation from 2000 to 2012 and later chaired its board.
- He joins Una Terra, a circular-economy focused investment firm, as Operating Partner.
- He will be based in New York City and support Una Terra's portfolio companies with US market entry.
- His prior career included roles as division general manager, CFO and COO at Sealed Air.
- Financial terms of the operating partner appointment were not disclosed.