Business Management - HR

FDC Graphic Films announced that Darrick King is the new chief technology officer for both FDC and Eastex Products. King was most recently CIO at Lebermuth where he was recruited to align the Information Technology (IT) department to the corporate strategy and best-in-class technology for ERP software applications.

INX International Ink Co. announced the hiring of Paul Edwards as the new VP of the Digital Division. A longtime and successful printing industry executive, he reports to President and CEO Bryce Kristo.

The Imagine Group announced two new appointments to its Board of Directors: Kimberly A. Snyder, a chief executive with experience leading large, global teams in the film and visual communications industry, and Max Harris, a C-level executive with 25+ years’ experience managing complex print manufacturing operations.

TVF announced the early completion of a strategic leadership transition. TVF President Tad Calahan will take on full leadership responsibility of the nearly 50-year-old company.

Flint Group has announced the appointment of Robert Welford as president for Xeikon. Stepping up from his current position as VP of research and development, Welford will now lead Xeikon through the next phase of success.

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EFI announced the appointment of Frank Pennisi, a veteran of the industrial and technology sectors, as CEO. In tandem, EFI’s Fiery business unit has been separated as an independent company that will remain wholly owned by Siris. 

Radoncic brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the Drytac team, having worked in the print industry for more than 35 years across a range of management roles with both manufacturers and suppliers.

Roland DGA announced that it has appointed Amado Lara as its new president. Andrew Oransky, formerly Roland DGA’s president and CEO, will continue to serve as CEO, providing strategic input while serving on the board of directors of its parent company, Hamamatsu, Japan-based Roland DG Corporation.

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