Established in 1924
Harry E. Gould, Sr. founded The Gould Paper Corporation as a printing paper merchant specializing in domestic and imported papers, primarily for the greeting card industry.
1940s
In 1943, Gould makes its first acquisition, Reinhold Card & Paper.
Throughout the decade, Gould expands to include commercial printing paper distribution and non-woven webs, utilizing long-fiber technology. New markets emerge including stencil paper for mimeographs, and teabag paper.
1950s–1960s
Gould continues to expand during the 50s and 60s.
In 1969, Harry E. Gould, Jr. is appointed Chairman and CEO of Gould Paper.
1970s–1980s
Over the next decades, Harry Gould, Jr. focuses on expanding the reach of Gould Paper. The company acquires six paper merchants, and establishes eight new divisions. These acquisitions propel Gould Paper into new nations and markets.
1990s
In 1994, BRW Paper Co., Inc. is formed by consolidating the sales group of Leslie Paper and Gould Paper serving the Texas and Missouri commercial printing markets.
2002
The new millennium brings significant growth for Gould Paper, domestically and internationally.
In early 2002, Gould North America is formed, based out of Boston. This division focuses on the commercial printing and publishing markets–including catalogs, magazines and newspapers throughout North America.
Also in 2002, Gould acquires WWF Paper Sales-UK Limited, Town Paper, and its subsidiary, Paper Dynamix. Town Paper is a well-respected partner for Mill Suppliers, serving as an outlet for mill side-runs and start-up tonnage. Town Paper operates out of Gould's corporate headquarters in New York.
2003
Throughout 2003, Harry Gould's global vision of Gould Papers expands through the acquisition of Salehurst Limited-UK, which merges with WWF Paper Sales-UK Limited. The two acquisitions combine to form a best-of-class organization that serves the greeting card, magazine publishing and book publishing industries.
Gould International Paper & Board is formed with former employees of MAP.
2004
The rapid expansion continues when Gould acquires Price & Pierce, a global pulp & paper company that was founded in 1869. This purchase firmly establishes Gould's European, Asian & Pacific presence, with offices in cities including Helsinki, Dubai, Singapore, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Auckland & Manila.
2006
Gould expands its presence in Florida through the acquisition of Southern Paper, a leading paper merchant based in Miami. Founded in 1997, Southern Paper has an exceptional record of growth and profitability since its inception.
Present
On April 30, 2010, Harry E. Gould Jr. announces the sale of controlling interest in Gould Paper Corporation to Japan Pulp & Paper–USA, a wholly-owned subsidiary of JPP Tokyo. JPP will purchase the remaining 49% equity in April, 2015.
This alliance enables JPP to enhance its presence in the world's two largest paper markets: China and the Americas. It also expands JPP's global sales and supply chain capabilities.
