CHICAGO– Charter Next Generation (CNG), a leader in sustainable material science solutions, has appointed Lisa Alteri as its first Chief Operating Officer. In the newly created role, Alteri will oversee the company’s enterprise-wide operations, with a focus on accelerating growth, enhancing customer value, and driving CNG’s strategic priorities across departments.
Alteri, who previously served as Chief Growth and Strategy Officer at CNG, brings more than three decades of leadership experience, including senior roles at Kraft Heinz. Her tenure at CNG has been marked by significant contributions to the company’s transformation in specialty films and material science, as well as her leadership across finance, sales, legal, human resources, and communications.
“Lisa has consistently delivered bold, strategic leadership that drives both performance and innovation,” said Kathy Bolhous, Chairman and CEO of Charter Next Generation. “Her people-first approach, coupled with a strong track record in scaling growth and building high-performing teams, makes her the ideal leader to take CNG into its next phase.”
In her new position, Alteri will oversee all operational functions at CNG, including procurement, marketing, sustainability, strategy, innovation, legal, and human resources. Her leadership is expected to strengthen cross-functional collaboration and reinforce CNG’s position at the forefront of the sustainable materials industry.
CNG President Dan Niss emphasized that the appointment reflects Alteri’s proven ability to unify and guide diverse teams. “Lisa brings relentless focus and customer-centricity to everything she does. Her strategic mindset and operational excellence will ensure we remain aligned and results-driven.”
Reflecting on her new role, Alteri said, “I’m honored to step into this position at such an exciting time for CNG. We have a strong foundation and a powerful mission—Enhancing Lives for a Better World. I look forward to working with our talented team to deliver greater value to our customers and continue leading the charge toward a more sustainable future.”
The move comes as CNG continues to expand its footprint in the material science sector, investing in innovation and sustainability to meet growing global demand.
