01732 759725 16 BULLETIN : PEOPLE New role for Tony Milford PrintReleaf has appointed Tony Milford to lead the next phase of its UK and European expansion. Milford brings over 25 years’ experience working directly with MPS dealers, distributors, OEMs, and software providers. His career spans both founder and senior commercial leadership roles at Vantage Online and Asolvi, as well as recent consulting roles at multiple SaaS software and workplace technology businesses. This gives him a deep understanding of the commercial pressures facing the channel – and the growing opportunities presented by increasing demand for credible, measurable sustainability performance across their customer base. Jordan Darragh, Founder & CEO of PrintReleaf said: “Tony has spent his entire career alongside dealers, distributors and manufacturers, understanding their realities and what truly supports their success. He knows how sustainability can drive commercial value, by helping them differentiate, strengthen customer relationships, and offer something with real credibility behind it. We’re delighted to have him driving our next phase of growth in the UK and Europe.” Milford added: “I’m looking forward to working closely with dealers, distributors, manufacturers, and the wider MPS, commercial print, and packaging communities. These industries have long demonstrated their adaptability, and PrintReleaf provides a practical, credible way for partners of all kinds to continue evolving, adding value and thriving.” www.printreleaf.com Tony Milford Northamber strengthens executive leadership Northamber has hired Darren Spence as Group Managing Director. The appointment marks a significant step in its strategy to reinvigorate distribution, strengthen its value‑added proposition and position the company as a destination partner for both resellers and talent. Spence brings over 27 years of experience in the IT channel, with senior leadership roles spanning reseller services, emerging technologies, and consultancy engagements in distribution. Prior to joining Northamber, he was Chief Revenue Officer at Smartbox.ai and previously served as Managing Director of Bytes Document Solutions, as well as founder and Managing Director of Boost Technology Group. He has also advised and supported channel organisations on sales and go-to-market transformation across the UK. Alex Phillips, Executive Chairman of Northamber said: “We have strengthened the executive leadership of the group to support the next phase of Northamber’s growth. Darren brings the operational focus, commercial discipline and leadership capability needed to achieve our goals to be a proactive, value-add distributor across AV, unified communications, cyber security and network infrastructure - recognised for our relationships, service and knowledge in our focus areas. We’re delighted to welcome him onboard.” Spence added: “I’m thrilled to join Northamber at such a pivotal moment in its evolution. Distribution is the engine room of the channel, and my focus will be on clearly demonstrating the value a great distributor can bring. I want Northamber to be a destination employer that attracts the very best people, and a destination distributor that resellers actively want to work with.” www.northamber.com Mark Bradford joins Xeretec Mark Bradford has joined Xeretec as Chief Finance & Operating Officer (CF&OO), becoming a member of its established executive leadership team and reporting to CEO Steve Hawkins. He said: “I am genuinely excited to be given the chance to help shape and drive the next phase of Xeretec’s expansion. It’s a return to a familiar sector and gives me a chance to put my knowledge across technology, print, licensing, managed services, and commercial optimisation back to the forefront. I join the journey to help Xeretec become the UK’s fastest growing and most forward-thinking IT managed services company.” www.xeretec.co.uk Mark Bradford Katun appoints new EMEA GM Katun has appointed Cinzia Gandini as EMEA General Manager replacing Heidi Boller who has stepped down from her role after more than 35 years with the company. Since joining Katun as Director of Marketing in 2018, Gandini has played an integral role in expanding the company’s solutions portfolio, advancing its sustainability initiatives, and supporting consistent sales growth across the region. In her new role, she will oversee the strategic direction of Katun’s EMEA operations and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support Katun’s dealer partners and the company’s expanding portfolio. She said: “I’m honoured to step into this role and grateful for the opportunity to continue working with such a talented global team. I look forward to building on our momentum, strengthening our partner relationships, and delivering meaningful value to our customers across the region.” www.katun.com Cinzia Gandini
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