PEOPLE / NEWS 20 Issue 256 - December 2024 / January 2025 www.signlink.co.uk Tom Gent joins CMYUK CMYUK has announced the appointment of Tom Gent to its team as a senior service and installations engineer. Gent will be primarily working with the JWEI JCUT digital cutting tables and EFI industrial printing technology. Gent previously worked as a field engineer at digital cutting manufacturer Zünd for seven years, working on Zünd’s Q-Line cutting systems. Prior to joining Zünd, Gent worked as an engineer and technical manager in the printing sector for companies including Autobond and CWE Solutions. As part of the role, Gent will report directly to Neil Roberts, manager of CMYUK’s service department. Speaking of the appointment, Roberts comments: “Tom Gent is an excellent addition to our team. His vast knowledge and experience in both printing and finishing technologies make him a perfect fit for CMYUK’s service division. “This department [service department] continues to grow in response to the increased demand for our solutions, and having Tom on board further strengthens our ability to provide the highest level of customer support.” Speaking of his new role, Gent says: “I'm really excited to be joining CMYUK. The company has built an outstanding reputation for innovation within digital print production, and I’m proud to be part of a team that's truly shaping the future of the industry. “I'm looking forward to working with the wide array of cutting-edge equipment that has reset expectations across the entire workflow.” Key appointments made at 75Media Out-of-home (OOH) company, 75Media, has appointed four women to its national team as part of a wider company expansion. The new hires are joining as national and international account directors and will be responsible for driving growth for clients, creating partnerships, and providing creative solutions for the company’s outdoor campaigns. Three of the hires will be national account directors, namely Lucy Bendall, Lydia Collins, and Carla Zonfrillo. Bendall has a reported two decades of experience in the field, most recently spending five years at outdoor advertising company, Clear Channel, where she was part of the Bright Sparks talent development programme. Collins has 16 years of media sales expertise with 12 years spent in the OOH industry. Previous experience includes work at Clear Channel, Worldcom OOH, Alight Media, and Exterion Media, which was purchased by Global Media in 2021. Zonfrillo has 20 years of experience in radio and OOH advertising. She most recently worked at Global Media, handling both public and private sector clients. Rounding up the new hires is Holly Watson, who takes on the role of international account director. Watson’s experience includes working at News UK in traditional and digital ad sales, before joining the world of OOH teams at Alight Media, Kinetic, Rapport, and now 75Media. 75Media, headquartered in Leeds, recently acquired 595 new classic 48-sheet roadside OOH billboards, increasing its total estate to almost 1,200 billboards in total. Speaking of the new hires, Chris Ball, business director of the 75Media national team, says: "It’s an absolute pleasure to welcome Lucy, Holly, Carla, and Lydia to the team." [L to R] three of the new hires at 75Media; Lydia Collins, Holly Watson, and Lucy Bendall Gent previously worked as a field engineer at digital cutting manufacturer, Zünd By Jonathan Pert By Jonathan Pert Drytac promotes new operations manager Self-adhesive materials manufacturer, Drytac, has promoted Kieran Blacknall to the position of operations manager. Blacknall joined the Bristol-based manufacturer in July 2023 as academy manager. His previous experience includes several management roles within the print industry including operations manager at Minuteman Press Bath. In the operations manager role, Blacknall will oversee day-to-day operational activities at Drytac and will play a major role in the company’s strategic planning. Speaking of the appointment, chief executive officer of Drytac, Hayden Kelley, comments: “His collaborative approach and commitment to fostering a positive workplace has enhanced our team dynamics and productivity. We are confident that Kieran’s leadership will greatly benefit our teams and help drive Drytac to new heights.” KGK Genix announces new marketing director Wide-format print and display solution provider KGK Genix, has appointed Colette Cooper as its group marketing director. Cooper arrives to KGK Genix with over 20 years of experience in marketing, brand development, and strategic communications. According to the company, she will be “instrumental in driving the company’s marketing strategy and amplifying KGK Genix’s position as a leader in the wide-format print industry.” KGK Genix, which has its headquarters in Harlow, Essex, offers print solutions for clients across sectors including retail, exhibitions, signage, and commercial printing. Speaking of her appointment, Cooper says: “I am thrilled to join KGK Genix at such an exciting time.” Colette Cooper, KGK Genix's new group marketing director Kieran Blacknall, newly appointed operations manager at Drytac signlink signlink signlinkmagazine
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