PEOPLE IN PRINT
ANTALIS PACKAGING APPOINTS JAKE WOOLMER Finding packaging machinery solutions to alleviate the pressures of everyday distribution and packaging is often challenging and complex. Antalis Packaging has solutions that are ready for these difficult challenges and that can keep products moving in the most efficient and costeffective way possible. To support this role Antalis has appointed Jake Woolmer to the role of Machinery Sales Manager. Jake will help customers in the South of the UK with recommendations and advice on a range of machinery including Lantech and Masterline machines. He will also assist customers with support for the wide range of Antalis Packaging consumables. Jake’s focus will be to advise new and established businesses on the many advantages’ machines can bring to automating packaging. He’ll be able to analyse clients packaging use, review operations
and distribution set up, and give recommendations and solutions to help them make improvements
to their packaging operation. By adding the right machinery or automation businesses can speed up packaging times, improve efficiencies and save on materials by the introduction of, for example, pallet wrappers, case erectors and strapping equipment. Mick Carless, Machinery & Systems Operations Manager for the Antalis Packaging Machinery Division said; “Jake will be supporting clients through this challenging time as we adapt to the ‘new normal’ and increased demand for distribution and packaging. At Antalis we’re building on our existing experienced team and Jake will be a great addition to offer support to companies in the South, providing local support and knowledge.” Antalis Packaging has a complete range of packaging products, machinery and services. It can help with forecasting, making recommendations and even design new packaging. www.antalispackagingsolutions.co.uk
BPIF APPOINTS NEW PRESIDENT The British Printing Industries Federation (BPIF) has appointed current Vice President, Ian Wilton as President at their 12th Annual General Meeting, and bid farewell to outgoing President, Darren Coxon, following a four year tenure. Charles Jarrold, British Printing Industries Federation CEO, comments: “I’d like to thank Darren for all the support, advice and challenge that he’s given as President. He steps down from the role of President with the BPIF a strong organisation, able to support the sector now and in future, and that’s a credit to his leadership of the Board. The sector as a whole owes a debt of gratitude to the support he’s given. I’m looking forward to the next stage of development under Ian’s Presidency, where we’ll benefit both from his huge industry experience, and knowledge of the BPIF and the role it can play.” Ian Wilton is currently Operations Director at CDS, a communications
agency who have core service areas of Insight, Content, Digital, Print and Technology. Having been involved in the print and communications industry all his life, Ian left school and undertook an apprenticeship as a printer in a local company – this is where his passion for the sector started. He’s held various management positions throughout his career – for the last 10 years at director level. During his first President’s address, Ian commented: “I am delighted to be able to accept the position of President, and I believe the role of the BPIF is very important to the industry that has been able to provide such great support to the businesses that I’ve worked with over the years, and I now have the opportunity to give something back, and to ensure it continues to develop its support and services for the industries future. I, alongside the nonexecutive directors will continue to challenge the executive team to ensure the members are at the foremost of all the decisions we make. I will be there for Charles the CEO, to support him during my time as President to ensure the strategic direction of the BPIF continues to enhance and add value to its members.” www.britishprint.com
NEW MANAGEMENT ANNOUNCED AT ENFOCUS Enfocus, a leader in PDF quality control, advanced PDF editing and workflow automation for the graphic arts industry announces changes in management at several key roles. After three years of service as General Manager of Enfocus, Wim Fransen has accepted a new challenge at their parent company, Esko. The company is very grateful for Wim’s contributions to the development and growth of Enfocus. He is sure to be a success in his new role at Esko. Effective immediately, Tomas Van Rossom will succeed Wim as General Manager of Enfocus. Tomas Van Rossom has been with Enfocus since 2016. He started his career at Enfocus as Sales Operations manager and has been the Enfocus Sales Director, leading the global sales team covering OEM sales, channel sales and e-commerce since 2017.
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I am excited to take on the role of General Manager and I am looking forward to continuing the success of Enfocus. We have great people and products in the pipeline, and I am confident that, together with our partners, we will continue to deliver winning print services to print service providers around the world.” — Tomas Van Rossom Wim Fransen adds: “It has been an enormous privilege to lead this wonderful organisation. I’ve enjoyed my time at Enfocus and I’m very grateful for the opportunities I have had to work with an extraordinary team. I’m leaving Enfocus with peace of mind, knowing that the organisation is strong and in good hands with Tomas and his leadership team. I look forward to seeing all of you continue to flourish in a very exciting future.” www.enfocus.com
FEBRUARY 2021 • QUICK PRINT PRO
