top of page


BLOGS & ARTICLES BY JOHN STRUNK
John Strunk is the founder of Windermere Executive Search & Recruitment. Below are his latest articles on pulp & paper, packaging, chemicals, EPC, and industrial hiring, trends, insights and more.


☕️ Engineering talent isn’t found. It’s engineered. ⚙️🏭
In heavy industry, the best hires don’t come from blasting out job ads. They come from a disciplined search: the right technical screen, the right questions, and the right network. At Windermere Executive Search & Recruitment, we partner with manufacturers, EPC/EPCM firms, and industrial leaders to fill roles where performance, safety, and reliability actually matter: • Directors & Executives • Engineering (E&I / Controls / Mechanical / Process) • Operations & Plant Leadershi


Outlook for U.S. Heavy Industry in 2026: Growth, Jobs, and Policy Impacts
Introduction: The United States heavy industry sector – encompassing energy, mining, steel, chemicals, pulp & paper, packaging, oil & gas, refineries, utilities, and data centers – is heading into 2026 with cautious optimism. After a turbulent few years of pandemic disruptions and rapid policy changes, these foundational industries are evaluating projections for jobs, production, and growth in the year ahead. Economic forecasts suggest the broader U.S. economy will expand at


The Talent Gap in Heavy Industry & Engineering: Challenges and Strategies for U.S. Companies
The Talent Gap in Heavy Industry & Engineering. Challenges and strategies for US companies.


U.S. Pulp & Paper Production Updates & Announcements: Rationalization and Renewal
U.S. Pulp & Paper Production Updates & Announcements: Rationalization and Renewal


2025 Heavy Industry Insights & Trends in the USA
As we move deeper into 2025, the heavy industry sector in the United States is undergoing significant change. From new technologies...


Successful Placement Spotlight: Senior Engineering Consultant for the Paper Industry
https://www.windermererecruit.com/post/successful-placement-spotlight-senior-engineering-consultant-for-the-paper-industry At Windermere...
bottom of page