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01732 759725 16 BULLETIN : PEOPLE VOW creates dealer development team Four ex-Spicers employees make up the new team headed up by former Sales Director Darren Renshaw. David Hamilton, who spent 31 years supporting dealers for Spicers in the South of England; Annie Conlan, who enjoyed five years as Business Development Manager of dealer group, Integra, before joining Spicers a year ago; and Richard Smithers, who worked as a dealer for 19 years before spending seven years at Spicers in a number of account management roles before becoming Head of Sales for the North; complete the team. Managing Director Adrian Butler, said: “Darren, David, Annie and Richard are well known and respected within the industry. They come to us with over 80 years of combined experience of working closely with dealers to help them grow their businesses. Their appointments represent a significant further investment in our support of our dealer customers, and we are delighted to welcome them to VOW.” www.vowwholesale.co.uk Clark takes on UK leadership at Epson Rob Clark, who remains Senior Vice President, Epson Europe, has been appointed Managing Director of Epson UK & Ireland. Clark has been one of the senior executives behind Epson’s strategy to grow the business inkjet market and switch users away from laser printers, one of the most strategically important areas for the company. Commenting on the appointment, he said: “Many of our business areas have exciting, innovative new products launching this year, which will strengthen and expand already strong product portfolios. We have already seen significant demand for our new label printer and C&I in particular will introduce a raft of significant new LFP products at a time of strong growth in the signage and textile industries. And interest in PaperLab and the secure and paper recycling it offers in growing through Europe, to mention just a few.” www.epson.co.uk Exertis strengthens accessories business Exertis is strengthening its accessories business with three new appointments. Jamie Brothwell, previously Exertis Business Development Director, has been made Commercial Director, responsible for accessories and peripherals at the distributor’s Harlow and Basingstoke facilities and its Kondor business in Christchurch. SamWilliams, previously General Manager responsible for key accounts in the retail sector, has been made Sales Director for accessories including the company’s own brand products. And, Cheryl Wheeler has returned to the firm as General Manager for accessories, reporting to Brothwell. www.exertis.co.uk Key management appointments at Exertis DCC Technology has announced the appointment of Clive Fitzharris as Managing Director, Exertis International. Fitzharris has been Head of Group Strategy and Development for DCC since 2017 and also a board member. Denis Tobin has been appointed as Finance Director, Exertis International, having previously been Finance Director for Exertis Pro AV (Americas) and Exertis Mobile Living. Fitzharris said: “I am delighted to join DCC Technology and look forward to leading and driving our global ambitions. We have a great team of highly experienced leaders committed to delivering for our partners and committed to international expansion.” Tim Griffin, DCC Technology and Exertis Group Managing Director, added: “I am delighted to announce the key appointments across our international business. Despite the challenging times we are navigating at the present, they reflect the evolution of our business, as we continue to increase our global presence.” www.exertis.com Ingram Micro appoints sales director Ingram Micro UK has announced the appointment of Gary Lomas as UK Sales Director. Lomas has responsibility for sales performance across Ingram Micro UK and Comms-care, its UK channel-only services specialist arm, bringing strategic guidance to its sales teams. “I am absolutely delighted to be joining an innovative company that is right at the heart of digital transformation across the globe,” he said. “Our customers and partners have never needed to demonstrate their value and relevance to their customers more than they do now. The impressive Ingram Micro and Comms-care portfolio of products, solutions and services, and our talented people puts us in a really strong position to help us develop and grow business for our existing and future partners.” www.comms-care.com Avaya to accelerate cloud-first strategy Avaya is planning to accelerate the success of its global cloud strategy in Ireland following the appointment of Aidan Furlong as Country General Manager. Previously Client Director for over two years and Channel Manager for over six years prior to that, Furlong has extensive experience in working with the Avaya partner community to drive growth and mutual success in meeting customer needs. UK and Ireland Managing Director Steve Joyner, said: “It has been a period of significant investment and growth for us and Aidan’s promotion demonstrates the depth of his experience and expertise. His work is strategically important to our clients and their digital transformation journeys and directly impacts upon the growth of their businesses. I wish him all the very best of luck in his new role.” www.avaya.com Gary Lomas Rob Clark Clive Fitzharris VOTING OPEN www.printitawards.co.uk

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