Building reliable & economical supply chains from global sources.
Who is HBI?
HB International is a Global Sourcing Agency headquartered in the US with full project oversight being managed locally in Asia. Since 2002 HBI has made a name for itself in the packaging industry by delivering unparalleled quality products faster than its competitors by building a team of highly skilled & trained project managers that are local to the manufacturing facilities. Every member of the HBI team is an expert in their area, ensuring the highest quality product with the lowest overhead.
With HBI’s “boots on the ground” team structure, we’re able to engage on-site with our suppliers without the need for extended travel.
Meet Our Core Team
Our experts in all areas of focus are committed to providing excellence.
Scott Hamilton
President & CEO
Sheryl Hamilton
Vice President Administration
Erin McDaniel
Director of Sales & Marketing
Zhuang Zi Jie
Director of Operations
Lecky Zhang
Director of Quality Assurance
Certified ISO Auditor and Certified BRCGS Auditor
Annie Xue
Senior Project Manager
Tim Zeng
Quality Manager
Certified ISO Auditor and Certified BRCGS Auditor
Our History
A timeline of our company’s continuous growth, expansion, and documented milestones along the way. A never ending journey of improvement and self discovery. We continuously strive to increase our global presence and make a difference in how the world does business!
2002 - Founded as HB Associates.
HB Associates begins facilitating Food Service Packaging out of China.
2007
HB Associates forms corporation and opens HB International. HB International (HBI) opens a Representative Office (RO) in Shanghai & HBI expands its market into Moving & Storage.
2009
HBI expands product categories to include Caps, Closures & Dispensers.
2012
HBI Certifies Top Quality Personnel as ISO 9001, ISO 22000 & BRCGS Auditors. HBI Diversifies into Adjacent Packaging Markets including Household & Industrial Packaging and Jan-San Products.
2017
HB International initiates China + 1 Strategy: HBI begins certifying and acquiring suppliers in Taiwan and Malaysia; HBI expands product offerings to include Glass Packaging and Tin & Metal Packaging
2020
HBI’s China + 1 Strategy continues, extending its reach of qualified suppliers into Vietnam and Cambodia.
2021
HBI’s Quality Team develops necessary tools and procedures to conduct Supplier Audits, Pre-Shipment Inspections, and HACCP Mock Recalls virtually.
2023
HBI launches “From That to This” Sustainability campaign, providing customers opportunities for sustainable packaging solutions (Premium Paper Boxes & Tubes, Sustainable Food Packaging, Flexible Packaging, etc.)
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“Our Team is committed to building global partnerships with customers & suppliers to deliver the highest quality products, while simultaneously advancing responsible manufacturing practices to further the innovation & development of sustainable solutions.”
SCOTT HAMILTON - President & CEO