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Roland DG (UK) Appoints New Director of Sales
Tuesday 23. September 2008 - Roland DG (UK), a leading provider of wide-format inkjet printers and printer/cutters, has appointed senior sales executive, Martin Phillips, to the newly created position of Director of Sales. Phillips, who has in excess of 20 years' channel experience in the technology sector, will focus on developing Roland DG's reseller partnerships.
Roland DG (UK) Managing Director, Jerry Davies, says: “We’re delighted to welcome Martin to Roland DG (UK). He has a wealth of experience working for some of the largest technology brands and takes control of a very talented sales team. From a strategic perspective, these are exciting times for Roland DG, with the recent launch of the world’s first UV print&cut machine, the VersaUV LEC-300, which is aimed at both core and new, adjacent markets. Our principal route to market is via our network of authorised dealers, which means that much of Martin’s role will be spent developing and adding value to existing channel partnerships, as well as identifying and converting new market opportunities.”
Roland DG (UK), Director of Sales, Martin Phillips, says: “Roland DG (UK) has some truly innovative technologies, is a recognised leader in its field and has a gifted management team, which is why I wanted to join the company. I believe in developing mutually beneficial, long-term channel partnerships with companies who understand the importance that end user satisfaction has on Roland DG maintaining its position. I will also work to target and grow new niche markets and help our partners exploit these opportunities.”
Prior to joining Roland DG (UK), Phillips held the position of European Sales & Marketing Director Supplies at Samsung Electronics. He has also held board level positions at Hitachi Printing Solutions, among others. Phillips will lead an experienced sales team that includes Divisional Sales Manager, Signs & Graphics, Adam Wyles; National Accounts Manager, Steve Chappell; Business Development Managers Laura Mallott and Marc Busby; and Regional Sales Managers, Signs & Graphics, Rob Goleniowski and Phil Donoghue.