A History Of Dedication
For almost 80 years, we’ve delivered innovative solutions for marking, packaging, supply, and janitorial needs. Our unwavering commitment to solving challenges has established us as a trusted industry leader. We pride ourselves on going the extra mile to build strong relationships with our customers, offering exceptional support from our dedicated and knowledgeable team.
Muskegon Marking Equipment Company was started
Muskegon Marking Equipment Company was started by Charles E. Nielsen Sr., making rubber stamps in his basement.
1946MarkPack Inc.
Muskegon Marking Equipment Company changed its name to MarkPack, Inc., to better represent its affinity for the marking and packaging industries.
1965MarkPack in
Grand Rapids
MarkPack, Inc. opened a branch in Grand Rapids on Front Street to better service the growing business.
1969Amazon Building
MarkPack, Inc. in Muskegon moved to the Amazon building, a well-known landmark in the downtown Muskegon area.
1970Merger
The Muskegon and Grand Rapids locations merged in Coopersville, where the company remains today.
1999Acquisition #4
MarkPack, Inc. acquires the distribution division of Nagel Paper.
With Shippers and Nagel entities being well known in Saginaw and surrounding areas, it was decided to blend the names into Nagel Shippers Products.
2004Sold to Employee
David Nielsen, the 3rd generation family owner, sold MarkPack, Inc. to long-time employee Michael Marine.
2019Meet the team
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Mike Marine
Mike Marine was born and raised in Norton Shores, Michigan, a small town on the shores of Lake Michigan. Upon earning a bachelor’s degree from Michigan State University, he worked for a state agency as a Transportation Planner for a year before accepting a sales position at MarkPack in 1995. Although this was a major change, he soon began his sales career calling on customers from Muskegon to Traverse City.
In 2006, Mike was promoted to MarkPack’s sales manager and continued in this role until 2010, when he was promoted to vice president of operations for both MarkPack and NagelShippers Products. During this time, Mike traveled between branches and expanded his knowledge and understanding of both sales and operations.
After running both companies for David Nielsen, the third-generation family owner, David decided to sell the company to Mike in 2019. This marked the first time in company history that a non-Nielsen family member did not own the company. MarkPack and NagelShippers still have a family-oriented culture emphasizing employee care and appreciation.
Mike still lives in Norton Shores with his wife, Bobbi, and their Aussie, Louis. During his spare time, he enjoys traveling, hiking, and fishing.
Deric Budwick
Adam Carlisle
Dan Carlisle
Parker DeVoogd
Taralynn Hall
Steve Hermanson
Rene Lynch
Ashley Netzel
Lynn Parker
Dave Quick
Mark Reffitt
Mike Sampson
Michelle Weed
