Parkway Plastics Honored Among Finalists at New Jersey Family Business of the Year Awards Event

"Parkway Plastics, a 3rd generation company, was founded in 1951 by Edward W. Rowan Sr. when he saw the opportunity of using plastic to create containers. He was an early adapter and innovator of injection molding technology. His son, Edward Rowan Jr., joined the company bringing financial and organizational processes to make the company financially sound. He took over the company in the 70’s and was followed by his children, Ned Rowan and Kirstin Kelly, around 2009. 

This change in leadership saw the implementation of a strict inventory control system, competitive quoting procedures and a tremendous capital investment to replace machinery and equipment. The company is always looking for ways to grow their business through new products, equipment or acquisitions. 

Ned and Kirstin have learned over the years that leadership and sound financial practices and controls are key factors for a successful family business. The Rowans certainly give back. In honor of their mother, Mary Rowan, the company participates in the annual Cancer Walk and continues to contribute to the American Cancer Society, National SBA, Piscataway PBA Local and the Domestic Violence Crisis Center. 

"Parkway Plastics is an integral part of their community and we are proud to honor them at our NJ Family Business of the Year Awards on October 24, 2018 at the Crystal Plaza." 

New Jersey Manufacturer Receives Award Recognition for Their Family Business 

Parkway Plastics, a third generation family business who manufactures jars and caps with BPA-free plastic, received a prestigious award on Wednesday, Oct 24, 2018 - as they were recognized by Fairleigh Dickinson University's Rothman Institute as a finalist at the New Jersey Family Business of the Year awards ceremony. The ceremony took place at the reputable Crystal Plaza in Livingston.

“We are very honored to receive such a respected award and a congratulate from the governor, Phil Murphy. My grandfather started this business in 1953 and it is a privilege to build on to his legacy,” says Kirstin Kelly of Parkway Plastics. Now in the hands of brother and sister, Ned Rowan and Kirstin Kelly, they have established a company culture that emphasize excellence in the workplace, whether it’s quality control or customer service. Parkway Plastics stresses the importance of their team and they express it in their slogan, “We’re not just your vendor, we’re your team.”

About the Award: The New Jersey Family Business of the Year Awards recognize contributions to the economy and community made by New Jersey family businesses whose innovative strategies and business practices have had a positive impact on the economy and on our society. 

About Parkway Plastics: Parkway Plastics, Inc. is a USA based manufacturer of BPA-free plastic jars, lids & liners. These injection molded plastic containers can be found in a wide variety of industries including, but not limited to, cosmetics, food, medical, dental, laboratories, industrial and arts and crafts industries. In addition to molded inventory, Parkway Plastics hold stock of over 150 different colorants to easily and quickly mold products in variations. Parkway also offers design and decoration which includes spray frosting, printing, hot stamping, labeling, and secondary folding cartons.