Chris Morgan, Xaar’s new non executive director as of January 2016.
Xaar has appointed Chris Morgan as non executive director and he will join the board of directors at the company from 4 January 2016, bringing with him a wealth of expertise in managing complex international technology businesses.
His 25 years at HP encompassed more than 15 years of diverse senior executive roles, including WW sales and marketing leadership for HP’s printing business and senior vice president of Graphic Solutions, where he had end-to-end global general management responsibility for the company’s portfolio of digital printing and packaging press, signage and display, large format design, 3D, and specialty printing solutions and services.
Mr Morgan led strategic investments in key growth markets such as China and India where he established channel networks and customer service and supply chain capabilities.
Phil Lawler, Xaar’s chairman, said, ‘We are delighted that Chris is joining us. He brings a wealth of experience with him in both global businesses and leadership roles. We look forward to his help in guiding the company at this important period in our 25 year history.’ Echoing Phil’s comments, Doug Edwards, CEO, added, ‘I am pleased to welcome Chris to Xaar. His extensive international experience and market knowledge will aid growth in new and emerging applications for digital inkjet printing.’
The appointment will prove a very positive start to 2016. ‘Xaar is well positioned to take advantage of a number of growth opportunities in the digital print market over the next few years’ said Mr Morgan. ‘I am very excited to be joining Xaar at this important time.’
