Craig Carrel started Team 1 Plastics with two partners over 30 years ago in Albion, Michigan. His focus at Team 1 has been in the areas of sales, marketing, activity-based pricing, customer service, human resources, business management and strategic planning. 

Craig received his BS degree in chemical engineering from the University of Utah, where he currently serves on their Engineering National Advisory Council. In addition, he is serving on the board of trustees for Starr Commonwealth in Albion, Michigan and the Manufacturers Association for Plastic Processors (MAPP) in Indianapolis, Indiana. He currently resides in Marshall, Michigan with his wife, Debbie. They have three grown children; Meredith, Patrick and Ryan.