Quad names Dave Honan as president

Quad's Dave Honan

Quad/Graphics has promoted Dave Honan to president, adding the title to his existing role as chief operating officer.

Mr Honan, who has served as COO since 2022, will continue to report directly to chairman and CEO Joel Quadracci. Mr Quadracci will remain focused on long-term strategy, innovation and stakeholder relationships.

In his expanded role as president and COO, Mr Honan will oversee day-to-day operational leadership across Quad’s business units, working with Mr Quadracci and the executive team to advance the company’s strategic and growth priorities.

“This evolution of our leadership structure supports Quad’s ongoing development as a company committed to solving marketing complexity at scale,” said Mr Quadracci. “During his 17 years with the company, Dave has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership in his various roles. Most recently, as COO, he has done an excellent job overseeing operational leadership of our manufacturing platform. I look forward to our continued partnership in his expanded role as he focuses on disciplined execution of our growth initiatives.”

Mr Honan said: “I’m honoured by this opportunity and the confidence Joel and the board of directors have placed in me. Quad has an incredible legacy and exciting future. Our team’s dedication to helping clients navigate the evolving marketing landscape is unmatched, and I’m excited to lead our day-to-day operations as we work to accelerate our momentum. I look forward to partnering with Joel to drive growth, empower our talented teams, and deliver exceptional value for our clients and shareholders.”

Mr Honan joined Quad in 2009 and has held several senior roles, including chief accounting officer and chief financial officer. The company credits him with strengthening its finance and accounting functions, and capital structure, as well as leading operating strategies aimed at improving manufacturing efficiency, supporting margin expansion, and enabling new product development as Quad broadened its marketing services offering.