International Paper announced that Tom Plath, Senior Vice President of Human Resources and Corporate Affairs, will leave the company at the end of the year.
During his 33-year career with IP, Plath has served in a number of roles in HR, operations, marketing and general management. He was named an officer in 2013 and was elected senior vice president in 2017. His role was expanded in 2023 to SVP, human resources and corporate affairs, with responsibilities for human resources, aviation, real estate, communications, sustainability and government relations.
Plath's current responsibilities will be reassigned immediately, and he will serve in an advisory capacity through the end of the year to ensure a smooth transition. A replacement has not yet been appointed.
International Paper is a global producer of sustainable packaging, pulp and other fiber-based products, and one of the world's largest recyclers.