Meet The Team
Colin Johnston
Colin Johnston is an accomplished paper supply chain professional, with more than thirty years in the pulp and paper industry. Prior to establishing Colin Johnston Trading Inc., Colin was employed by Resolute Forest Products (formerly AbitibiBowater) and managed annual budgets of $100 million. His responsibilities included the procurement of recovered paper for the Canadian mills, supplying 1.1 million tons annually. His experience includes many years with senior marketing management responsibilities. Colin’s keen organizational abilities in the supervision and coordination of process improvement initiatives and his effective leadership and negotiation skills were key in securing large contracts and the provision of savings to the corporate bottom line. Colin has held the position of Chairman of the Canadian Pulp and Paper Association, Recycling Section, and continues to be a member of the Recycling Council of Ontario. Colin earned a B.A. from the University of Western Ontario and was in the Management Program at one of Canada’s largest banks. Skype: Colin.Johnston53
Esther Chadwick
Esther Chadwick is an accomplished supply chain specialist, possessing significant expertise in coordinating the activities involved with marketing of recyclables world wide . Prior to joining Colin Johnston Trading Inc. Esther was employed by Resolute Forest Products (AbitibiBowater) for over thirty years in the supply of newsprint, recyclable fibre, and related products for two corporate facilities which included the supply of 650,000 tons per year and the administration of 2300 tons of inventory on-site and 15,000 tons off-site. Esther is committed to successfully meeting the demands of deadlines, multiple projects and ever-changing client needs through organization, attention to detail and flexibility.