Graphic Packaging Holding Company Announces Executive Vice President and CFO Resignation
Graphic Packaging Holding Company has announced the resignation of Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Stephen R. Scherger, effective November 7, 2025. Scherger's resignation will allow him to close out third quarter reporting and ensure a smooth transition. In his place, the company has appointed Charles D. Lischer as Senior Vice President and Interim Chief Financial Officer, effective November 7, 2025. Lischer has been with the company since November 2019 and has extensive experience in finance and accounting, previously serving as Senior Vice President, Finance and Chief Accounting Officer at Teradata Corporation and holding various positions at The Coca-Cola Company.
Key Takeaways:
- Stephen R. Scherger has resigned as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Graphic Packaging Holding Company, effective November 7, 2025.
- Charles D. Lischer has been appointed as Senior Vice President and Interim Chief Financial Officer, effective November 7, 2025.
- Lischer has been with Graphic Packaging Holding Company since November 2019, previously serving as Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer.
- Prior to joining Graphic Packaging Holding Company, Lischer held positions at Teradata Corporation and The Coca-Cola Company.
- Lischer has no relationship with Graphic Packaging Holding Company requiring disclosure under Item 401(d) of Regulation S-K.
- Lischer is not party to any transaction requiring disclosure under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K.
Statistics:
- Effective date of Scherger's resignation: November 7, 2025
- Effective date of Lischer's appointment: November 7, 2025
- Date of announcement: October 6, 2025
- Length of Lischer's tenure at Graphic Packaging Holding Company: November 2019 to present (approximately 6 years)
Sources:
- EDGAR Online via COMTEX - GRAPHIC PACKAGING HOLDING CO (0001408075) 10/6/2025 10/6/2025