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Konica Minolta Business Solutions (UK) Ltd appoints new sales director
Konica Minolta Business Solutions (UK) Ltd has appointed James Pittick as sales director. James will lead all of Konica Minolta’s UK direct and indirect sales channels, driving growth for the company’s Digital Workplace and Professional Print business lines. James has more than 20 years’ experience across the printing, technology and managed services sectors. He has held senior commercial leadership roles with a proven track record of building high-performing teams and delivering sustained growth across public and private sectors. His extensive expertise includes solutions-led sales, print and workflow technologies, alongside knowledge gained in adjacent technology and services industries. “I’m delighted to be joining Konica Minolta to lead the UK sales function at such a pivotal stage in its transformation,” said
James. “The company has a strong heritage in imaging technology and a clear vision for the future. Their reputation for customer focus, innovation, and trusted partnerships enable the delivery of innovative solutions that help customers transform how they work. I’m looking forward to working with Konica Minolta’s teams, partners, and customers to accelerate growth across all channels, helping customers realise the full value of our digital workplace and professional print solutions.” Rob Ferris, CEO of Konica Minolta Business Solutions (UK) Ltd, added: “James’s extensive industry knowledge, multi channel experience, and ability to lead successful high-performing teams make him an exceptional addition to our team. His appointment strengthens our senior leadership team, as we continue to build an even more agile, customer- centric organisation.” n
James Pittick sales director
konicaminolta.co.uk
HP appoints Neil Sawyer as SVP and MD for EMEA
HP has appointed Neil Sawyer as senior vice president and managing director for HP EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa), leading the company’s business and commercial operations across the region. Previously, Neil led HP’s Northern Europe business and he brings extensive leadership experience across HP’s commercial, category, sales and channel organisations to his new role. Neil has played a key role in driving the company’s focus on enterprise AI adoption, workforce transformation, infrastructure readiness and future-of-work solutions across the region. In this expanded role, Neil’s focus will include helping organisations navigate the next phase of enterprise AI adoption,
balancing infrastructure investment with practical business outcomes, workforce transformation operational readiness and long-term growth across the region. Neil replaces Helena Herrero Starkie, who has decided to retire. “Honoured to be taking on an expanded role,” said Neil. “This is an incredible opportunity to deepen my understanding of the diverse cultures and growth opportunities across EMEA, and to support our amazing HP colleagues and partners who create meaningful, locally relevant impact in every market. Together with our brilliant team, we’ll continue to shape the future of work and home – powered by AI, fortified by security, and enabled by new ways of collaborating.” n
Neil Sawyer SVP, managing director, EMEA
hp.com
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