Who is Nextep Partners LLC?
Scott McNutt
Founder & Senior Consultant
Scott has an extensive background in the manufacture of specialty papers. He has experience with operations, quality, product innovation, sales/marketing, and process engineering.
Big Picture Thinking
Scott has been blessed to work with so many vital members of the packaging supply chain, he can see how they all link together.
Seasoned Consultant
With 40 years of paper making experience, Scott excels at solving problems, building teams, managing projects, leading operations and driving results.
Creative by Nature
What makes an effective innovator? A science based mind! Scott is driven by a thorough understanding of how things work. Sprinkle in new technology from the latest installations and other industries, and numerous possibilities appear.
Passion
In the final phase of his working career, caring for the planet has become a constant in how Scott thinks and behaves. Leaving the earth a better place for his grandchildren's grandchildren will be part of his legacy.
Scott's personal motto:
"If we did all the things we are capable of, we would literally astound ourselves." - Thomas Edison
What people say
"I worked with Scott for more than a decade. I believe Scott is one of the best, if not the best in the paper industry. He combines the manufacturing capabilities with the most fitting water-based barrier coatings."
Rick Voss, Retired Executive VP of Sales, MG Papers, Dunn Paper Inc
"Scott McNutt's 40+ years of experience in the paper industry has educated him to be one of the most knowledgeable assets that will help companies develop new products that will take them into new profitable markets. Scott will also be able to help paper and converting companies improve existing processes and products. He is respectful and treats people the way we all want to be treated."
Bruce Macrone, Paper Industry Sales Executive
Let's Work Together!
If your current initiatives on sustainable packaging innovation are not meeting your expectations then let's talk.
If your current initiatives on sustainable packaging innovation are not meeting your expectations, let Nextep Partners help you find the balance between performance and sustainability.