JV Advantage IVEX is part of New Indy Containerboard, a joint venture formed by Kraft Group and Schwarz Partners, which provides access to a broader North American packaging and recycled containerboard network. Leverage parent company relationships to cross sell IVEX specialty papers to existing customers and supply partners, expanding the market for coated and specialty papers.

Niche Customization IVEX has legacy products such as white coated flour sack paper and industrial heavyweight crepe paper and has partnered with ThunderBolt Paper to reach consumer crafts via Amazon. This positions IVEX to upsell customized coatings, calipers, and sustainable or recycled content grades to packaging converters, craft retailers, and online channels.

Regional Footprint Based in Peoria, Illinois, the company sits in the Midwest with proximity to regional manufacturers in packaging, food, and consumer goods, enabling faster lead times and stronger relationships with local converters, OEMs, and co packers.

Channel Expansion The 2018 ThunderBolt partnership demonstrates appetite for broader distribution; there are opportunities to grow through e commerce, specialty distributors, and craft retailers, creating multiple entry points for IVEX products in both industrial and consumer markets.

Growth Potential With a mid market revenue range and a lean team, IVEX can pursue value added growth through new product development, coatings, and sustainability focused papers, leveraging New-Indy platform to unlock higher margin opportunities across packaging and craft markets.