Executive Leadership Team

Pepyn Dinandt

Chief Executive Officer

Pepyn joined Flint Group as Chief Executive Officer in September 2024. With over 30 years of leadership experience, he brings deep expertise in strategy, operations, sales & marketing, and project management, which he leverages to drive significant EBITDA improvements and build high-performance teams.

Renowned for his ability to guide organisations through complex turnarounds and challenging market conditions, Pepyn combines strategic vision with operational precision, consistently delivering exceptional financial results through a structured, analytical, and systematic approach.

Pepyn holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics and is a graduate of the University of Wales, Cardiff.

Ron Muawad

Chief Financial Officer

Ron joined Flint Group in 1996 assuming the position of Assistant Controller in Financial Reporting having spent the early part of his career at Deloitte. In 1998, Ron took the position of Finance Director Europe, living with his family in the UK but returned to the U.S. in 2004 following the acquisition of Flint Ink, BASF and ANI Inks by CVC and his appointment as Group Controller of the newly formed Flint Group organisation. In September 2019, Ron was appointed Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Flint Group.

Doug Aldred

President & CEO, Flint Packaging Solutions Americas, China, South East Asia & ANZ

Doug began his career in the Royal Navy, serving across multiple global regions during the 1980s. He later joined Lester Inks in 1987 as part of the management programme before the company’s acquisition by Flint Ink in 1994.

With more than thirty years of leadership in the print and packaging industry, Doug has developed a comprehensive range of skills and experiences across operations, general management, and executive leadership. His career includes senior commercial leadership roles in Europe and North America, along with extensive international responsibilities spanning China, South East Asia, India, the Middle East/Africa, Latin America, and Australia/New Zealand.

Throughout his tenure, Doug has led all major packaging units within Flint Group, managing businesses at both regional and global levels. He notably oversaw a period of expansion in North America, guiding multiple acquisitions and integrating new businesses into the organisation. His industry expertise has also led to board and council service, including the North American Board of Directors of the Flexible Packaging Association and the EuPIA (European Printing Inks Association) Council.

Today, Doug continues to advance Flint Group’s global packaging commercial strategy, working closely with International Key Accounts while leading the North American Packaging Inks division. He also plays a key role in shaping Flint Group’s strategic agenda across Latin America, China, South East Asia, and Australia/New Zealand.

Heiner Klokkers

CEO & President Packaging Inks Europe, India, Middle East & Africa

Heiner Klokkers is the CEO of Flint Group's newly established Publications Division, where he oversees the company’s business and operations in Heatset and News Inks, Sheetfed Offset printing inks & coatings, pressroom chemicals, and transfer media. With extensive executive leadership and board experience, Mr Klokkers brings over six years of expertise as the CEO of a global speciality chemicals, printing inks, and coatings company. His appointment strengthens Flint Group’s commitment to enhancing service and support for its customers across the printing consumables sector, leveraging his profound industry knowledge to drive operational excellence and strategic growth.

Walter Benz

President Xeikon

Walter Benz leads Flint Group Digital Solutions with a clear focus on growth, operational clarity and long-term value creation. He brings more than twenty years of international experience in general management, business development and finance across mid-sized companies and global multi-billion-euro organisations.

Earlier in his career, Walter held senior leadership positions at global brands including Westdeutsche Landesbank, Lafarge Cement, BMI and Big Dutchman, driving turn-around, strategic growth and operational excellence.

He is recognised for his decisive approach: simplifying operations, strengthening margins and guiding teams through complex transitions. Walter has a strong track record in M&A, restructuring, funding and investment strategies, supported by extensive Private Equity experience. His leadership style builds trust at every level, from employees and management teams to boards and shareholders.

In his role at Flint Group Digital Solutions, he accelerates innovation, sharpens organisational effectiveness and drives a sustainable growth agenda.

Robert Forster

President CPW

Robert was appointed President, CPW at Flint Group in 2025. He brings broad leadership experience across industrial and building materials sectors, with a focus on transformation and operational excellence.

He joins from Holcim, where he led the Building Envelope Division across EMEA and Asia. He previously held senior roles at BMI Group, driving turn-around, post-merger integration and performance improvement projects. Earlier in his career, he worked at PwC, mostly advising financial and strategic investors in M&A transactions.

Alan Richards

Chief Operations and Supply Chain Officer

Alan Richards joined Flint Group as Chief Operations and Supply Chain Officer in September 2025. Alan brings extensive international leadership experience in operations, supply chain and sustainability. Most recently, he was Chief Operating Officer and Head of Sustainability at KP, where he managed a €2 billion business across more than 130 global sites. In this role, he led large-scale operational transformations, drove excellence across supply chains, and spearheaded award-winning ESG initiatives.

Earlier in his career, Alan held senior leadership positions at global brands including LEGO, Mars, Inc., and Essentra PLC, where he delivered multi-million-euro savings, accelerated innovation, and enhanced safety and efficiency.

Roland Schwögler

Chief Procurement Officer

Roland joined Flint Group as Chief Procurement Officer in April 2025 and is a member of the Executive Committee. He brings over 20 years of global experience in procurement, supply chain and strategic sourcing across industries including packaging, metal, automotive and chemicals. Prior to Flint Group, he was Chief Procurement Officer in several Companies, led procurement transformation, delivering significant results, value creation and has fundamental experience in private equity. Roland holds a master degree in automotive engineering and a MBA title as a graduate from the Technical University of Munich TUM.

Darren Miller

Chief HR Officer

Darren joined Flint Group in September 2020 as Chief HR Officer. Darren has over 24 years of experience in HR leadership and has worked in North America, UK, Qatar, and South Africa. Prior to joining Flint Group Darren served as Global VP HR for Vesuvius PLC - Advanced Refractories, and prior to that, he worked for Schlumberger PLC for 20 years.

Darren is based in the UK and leads the Global HR Function and sets the group talent agenda.

Michael Fien

Chief Digital Officer

Michael Fien joined Flint Group via BASF in 2001 and was part of the creation and transformation of Flint Group. Michael held various finance leadership roles in Flint Group Packaging capturing regional and global business units, supporting and driving the operational business including major projects and M&A activities. Before, Michael worked as manufacturing plant controller in the automotive supply industry.

Jeremy Berenzweig

General Counsel

Jeremy Berenzweig was appointed General Counsel and Senior Vice President – Legal for Flint Group, in April 2015. Jeremy joined the organisation from Cummins Inc the Fortune 250, market leading engine and related technologies manufacturer, where he latterly held the role of Deputy General Counsel - Business Units. Prior to that, Jeremy was head of legal at Sports.com.

Jeremy qualified as a solicitor with the law firm Decherts LLP and is based at the Group’s office in Central London, UK.