ABOUT CARDINAL BAG COMPANY

AMERICAN MADE. SINCE 1955.

Founded in 1955, Cardinal Bag Company has spent over 70 years helping businesses across the country with dependable, American-made paper packaging. From our early beginnings in New Jersey to our operations today in Monroe, North Carolina, we've built our reputation on quality, experience, and a commitment to making every bag count.

For over 70 years, Cardinal Bag Company has combined manufacturing expertise, creative thinking, and a dedicated team to produce high-quality paper bags for businesses across the country. From fully custom printed packaging to a wide selection of ready-to-order stock bags, we're your number one source for paper bags that work as hard as you do.

We think outside the bag. Our team designs, manufactures, and prints paper bags to meet your business's needs. Whether you're starting with a custom design, working with our team to develop artwork, or choosing from our existing stock collection, we bring the experience and attention to detail needed to get it right.

We believe every bag that leaves your business is an opportunity to make an impression. By combining thoughtful design, efficient production, and dependable quality, we help businesses turn everyday packaging into something more.

Make every bag count.

WE MAKE BAGS.
IT’S OUR PASSION.

Since 1955, Cardinal Bag Company has taken pride in the people behind our products. As a family-owned and operated business, our team's dedication, experience, and commitment to quality are at the heart of everything we do.

FAMILY OWNED. FAMILY OPERATED.

OUR FAMILY

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David Van Blarcom
President

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Helen Van Blarcom
Executive Vice President

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Andrew Van Blarcom
Vice President of Operations

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Peter Hatt
National Accounts Manager

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Stuart Purr
Director of Art & Production

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John Castella
Plant Manager

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Henry Hatt
General Manager

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Skylar Van Blarcom
Online Sales & Marketing

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Sandy Black
Accounts Receivable

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Heather Brooks
Administrative Assistant

Whether you're looking for custom printed paper bags, ready-to-order stock designs, or simply have questions about your options, our team is here to help you find the right solution for your business.

LET’S WORK TOGETHER.

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