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Canon EMEA announces new chief of Integrated Printing & Services Group
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anon EMEA has appointed Peter Saak Peter to chief of Canon EMEA’s Integrated Printing & Services Group (IPSG), formerly Digital Printing & Solutions.
Mr Saak brings strong leadership and extensive B2B customer knowledge having held several senior roles across Canon’s regional sales organisations, including B2B Country Director for Canon Eurasia, Managing Director for Canon Central & Eastern Europe and Canon Austria.
In his most recent role as Executive Vice President, Developing Regions Business Group, Mr Saak has been responsible for leading growth and strengthening its number one market
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appointments at Ocean Outdoor by new CEO
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cean Outdoor UK has seen a reshuffling of its senior leadership after CEO Nick Shaw’s recent appointment. Previous head of trading and investment, Andrew Gibson has been promoted to chief revenue officer, with Rachel Sutton, previous head of brand partnerships having been promoted to director of brand partnerships. Both of the new appointees will now lead Ocean’s sales division and report
(L-R) Katherine Kershaw, Andrew Gibson, Rachel Sutton, Nick Shaw, and Keith Crisp
to the CEO.
Explaining their appointments, Mr Shaw said: “Andrew and Rachel bring a huge amount of experience to the leadership team, and these promotions recognise their understanding and commitment to Ocean.” Looking further afield of London,
Manchester-based Katherine Kershaw replaces regional sales director, Keith Crisp, as group head and Mr Crisp is promoted to lead on international sales. Both Ms Kershaw and Mr Crisp will report directly to Andrew Gibson in these new roles.
EPIC Media Group confirms continued support from senior advisor
PIC Media Group has confirmed that senior business advisor, Kevin Murton, will continue supporting
the company in developing its position in the market.
Kevin Murton
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Mr Murton will work closely with general manager, Nicola Welfare, who was appointed in 2024, ensuring leadership continuity while supporting ongoing operational and commercial development. Ms Welfare said: “I’m very grateful to continue working closely with Kevin. His knowledge of the business and the industry is invaluable, and I’m looking forward to building on that experience as we continue developing EPIC.”
Mr Murton commented: “Working alongside Nic and the wider EPIC team is a pleasure, and I’m confident the business is on a strong path for the future.” Hadrien Salin, executive chairman, Hadrien Salin, added: “Kevin’s experience brings stability and momentum as the business develops its position in the market. Nic has demonstrated strong leadership since becoming general manager in 2025, and this partnership reinforces our confidence in the direction of the company and the team.”
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share position across B2B product segments in Southeast Europe, Middle East and Africa.
In this new role, Mr Saak will be responsible for driving Canon’s advanced printing technology with value-added services to create fully connected and efficient print and document management ecosystems for its customers and partners.
Sam Yoshida, president and CEO, Canon Europe, Middle East & Africa, said: “I am confident that Peter’s extensive B2B experience, customer knowledge and strong leadership across many of our EMEA markets will drive the success of our Integrated Printing & Services Group.” Commenting on his appointment, Mr Saak said: “I am honoured to lead the
Peter Saak
newly renamed Integrated Printing & Services Group.
“Our goal is to build on the incredible foundation that exists, continuing to combine our innovative technology with solutions and applications that meet the evolving needs of our customers and partners. “I look forward to working with the team to drive future growth and reinforce our position as a market leader.”
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