Jan has spent her professional career in the paper industry and brings broad experience to her role as President of Kelly Spicers.

Starting her career in sales and marketing for Atlanta-based Neenah Paper, Jan led one of the industry’s most iconic fine paper product marketing efforts before moving to Kimberly-Clark Professional, where she was Director of Tissue then Director of Global Strategy.

Jan became president of Kelly Paper in 2007, and in 2011 was named as president of Spicers Paper. In 2012, she led the two companies through their acquisition by Central National Gottesman Inc., establishing a strong West Coast presence for CNG.

Under Jan’s leadership, Kelly Spicers has become the market leader in paper distribution, and has grown the company’s packaging, custom converting and facilities solutions segments with strategic acquisitions and organic growth.

Jan received her BA from Humboldt State University and has completed management courses at the Kellogg School of Management and the Thunderbird School of Global Management.
Jan was a member of the PIA Board from 2015 to 2020, was the first female chair of the National Paper Trade Association (NPTA) and has served on the Sappi Merchant Advisory, the Paper & Packaging Board and the Domtar Merchant Advisory as well.

In 2022, Jan was awarded the industry’s highest honor as recipient of the Stanley O. Styles Industry Excellence Award, given since 1984 to an industry leader who has made a positive impact through innovation and dedication, and whose character represents the ideals for which leaders all strive.

Jan was also honored as the PIA 2024 Executive of the Year for her dedication to leadership within the paper industry.