August Chamber Luncheon Recap – Sponsored by Rehrig Pacific Company

Yesterday’s August Chamber Luncheon was a fantastic gathering, graciously hosted and sponsored by Rehrig Pacific Company. We had a great turnout, filling their brand-new conference and classroom space, and were welcomed by Chris Gab, Plant Manager, who shared an inside look at the company’s history, innovation, and global impact.

Rehrig Pacific Company began in 1913 with a simple yet powerful idea—reusable wooden crates for the dairy industry. Over the decades, they’ve evolved into a leading manufacturer of integrated and sustainable solutions for industries worldwide, serving everything from waste and recycling to supply chain and direct store delivery, using cutting-edge technology and sustainable materials.

Many of us interact with Rehrig Pacific’s products every day without realizing it. Their solutions power some of the world’s biggest brands, including Chick-fil-A, McDonald’s, Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, Costco, Johnson & Johnson, Waste Management, Amazon, and many more. While you typically don’t see the Rehrig Pacific logo, you’ll often see the branding of the companies they partner with proudly displayed on their products.

What began as reusable wooden crates has grown into a powerhouse of innovation, sustainability, and collaboration—with high-pressure injection molding and advanced design capabilities shaping the way industries operate more efficiently. We’re grateful to Rehrig Pacific Company for hosting such an engaging luncheon and for giving us a behind-the-scenes look at how they’re helping shape the future of logistics and delivery on a global scale.

Thank you, Rehrig Pacific Company, for being a valuable partner and member of the De Soto Chamber of Commerce.