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Amtech Software expands leadership team

Will Drysdale — Thu, 09 Oct 2025 15:33:52 +0000

Amtech Software, a software platform for the packaging industry, today announced additions to its leadership team as the company accelerates innovation, expands its product portfolio, and enhances customer success initiatives.

Amtech is doubling down on innovation, customer success, and operational excellence to support its global packaging customers. The new appointments strengthen Amtech’s leadership team to scale, while maintaining continuity of its mission and culture. These additions reflect the company’s commitment to growth and customer-first innovation.

Chuck Schneider, CEO of Amtech Software, said: ‘Amtech is entering an exciting new chapter, and I remain focused on helping our customers grow their businesses.

‘Our commitment to growth and customer support has required us to expand our existing leadership team. Each of these leaders was carefully chosen for their experience, expertise, and ability to help us scale.
‘Together, they bring the right mix of vision and execution to accelerate our vision and ensure customers remain at the heart of everything we do.’

Vinod Kumar joins Amtech Software as chief people and culture officer, underscoring the company’s commitment to expanding its team and investing in a strong people and culture foundation.

Kumar brings over 20 years of international HR leadership experience, having led talent strategy, employee engagement, and organizational transformation at private equity-backed and multinational software companies. Most recently, he served as chief human resources officer at Khoros, overseeing global talent development.

At Amtech, Vinod will lead the development of a global talent strategy, shape a high-performance culture, and strengthen Amtech’s ability to scale as an international enterprise. In addition to his global talent role, he is responsible for overseeing and building out Amtech’s operations in India.

Vinod holds a bachelor’s degree in business management from Bangalore University and a Postgraduate Certificate in Human Resources Management from XLRI, Jamshedpur.

Kumar said: ‘Amtech’s future depends on the strength of our people and the culture we build together. I’m passionate about creating an environment where our teams can thrive and deliver their very best to our customers.’

Amtech Software has appointed Kostas Vassilakis as senior vice president of technology as part of a strategic reorganization aimed at strengthening its product and technology focus. To maximize growth, Amtech has split its product and technology functions: Danna Nelson, SVP of products, will lead product strategy and customer insight, while Kostas will drive technology innovation, cloud migration, security, and artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities.

Vassilakis is a senior technology executive with more than 30 years of experience leading digital transformation and platform modernization. He has held leadership roles at PartsTech, Roofstock, Chewy, and Staples, where he delivered large-scale SaaS programs, built global engineering organizations, and ensured best-in-class system resilience and availability.

He holds advanced degrees in computer science from Yale University and applied mathematics from Carnegie Mellon University, and a B.S. in Mathematics from the University of Crete.

At Amtech, Vassilakis will focus on scaling product delivery and building a world-class technology team to deliver expanded capabilities to customers worldwide. His commitment to building upon the company’s engineering excellence will help drive Amtech’s innovation, cloud migration, security, and AI capabilities even further.

‘The packaging industry is transforming rapidly, and technology is at the heart of that change. I’m excited to lead Amtech’s efforts in cloud, security, and AI so that our customers can be more agile, efficient, and competitive,’ said Kostas Vassilakis.

Amtech Software also welcomed Cory King as senior vice president of customer operations, reinforcing its commitment to delivering best-in-class support and services for its global customer base.

King brings more than 20 years of experience managing customer operations across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific, having held senior roles at Aptean, Finastra, FIS, and Oracle.

In his new role, King will oversee the refinement of Amtech’s customer operations framework, focusing on integrating teams, processes, and technology to enhance client value and support sustainable growth. He will also build out a dedicated customer success group to deliver a high-quality experience to Amtech customers worldwide.

King said: ‘Customers are at the heart of Amtech’s mission. My focus is on building strong, scalable operations that ensure every customer interaction adds value and strengthens long-term partnerships.’

Amtech appointed Joe Buckley as Director of Strategic Programs, reinforcing its focus on execution excellence and disciplined growth. Joe brings a diverse background in strategy and transformation, having developed high-performing teams and guided organizations through complex business challenges. His work has centered on driving growth, leading transformation initiatives, and improving performance through data-driven strategies.

Before Amtech, Joe served at Boston Consulting Group, advising public and commercial clients on digital, technology, and business transformation. Earlier in his career, he was a US Navy submarine officer, with tours aboard the USS Alaska and in staff roles within the Office of Legislative Affairs.

Joe holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics from the US Naval Academy and an MBA from The Wharton School.

At Amtech, Buckley will lead strategic initiatives that support Amtech’s vision to be the global leader in technology and software for the packaging industry.

Buckley said: ‘Execution excellence is about turning strategy into tangible results. I look forward to helping Amtech scale effectively and deliver measurable outcomes that benefit our customers worldwide.’

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Heidelberg names new director of Gallus sales for US

Will Drysdale — Thu, 09 Oct 2025 13:44:54 +0000

Frank Grecco has been announced as the new sales director of Gallus sales by Heidelberg US. In his role, Grecco will drive sales and market development for Heidelberg's Gallus label technology and will be responsible for leading the growth and success of the product line across the US. Grecco will report directly to Clarence Penge, president of Heidelberg US.

Penge said: 'Frank's extensive experience and customer-first approach make him an ideal partner for our clients and a trusted expert on Gallus technology.

'His collaborative mindset will enable us to deliver tailored solutions that meet our customers' needs as we continue to strengthen our position in the label and packaging market.'

Frank, a Temple University graduate, has spent the past 20 years building a successful career in strategic sales in the print industry, holding key roles at HP, Xeikon, and Canon. Since 2019, he has specialized in sales for the label and packaging markets, providing consultative support and driving adoption of advanced print technologies.

Grecco said: 'Heidelberg and Gallus have long been recognized as pillars of quality and innovation in the printing industry, and I'm thrilled to join the team.

'I look forward to connecting with customers and demonstrating the value our high-quality technologies can bring to their businesses.'

Grecco, based in Pennsylvania, will be responsible for building strategic partnerships and working closely with Heidelberg and Gallus colleagues worldwide to deliver best-in-class solutions across the entire Gallus portfolio, including the advanced Gallus One hybrid digital platform.

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Flexo Wash appoints Tom Vietri as Northeast territory manager

Selah Zighelboim — Wed, 08 Oct 2025 16:09:14 +0000

Flexo Wash, a cleaning technology company for the flexographic and converting printing industry, has appointed Tom Vietri as Northeast territory manager.

Vietri brings over 35 years of industry experience to Flexo Wash, having held similar positions at Pitman and Mark Andy Print Products. His knowledge of pressroom operations and long-standing relationships across the region make him an asset to Flexo Wash and its customers.

In his new role, Vietri will cover the US Northeast territory, stretching from New England to North Carolina, supporting printers and converters with sustainable, efficient cleaning products designed to improve print quality, reduce downtime and increase operational performance.

'Tom’s reputation in the industry is second to none. His experience and passion for helping customers align perfectly with our mission to deliver reliable, innovative, and environmentally responsible cleaning technology,' said Ryan Potter, vice president of sales at Flexo Wash US.

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Steve De Benedetto joins HiFlow Solutions

Piotr Wnuk — Mon, 06 Oct 2025 22:31:16 +0000

HiFlow Solutions has appointed Steve De Benedetto as business development manager, bringing over a decade of packaging industry expertise to the ERP/MIS software provider.

De Benedetto joins HiFlow with a background in IT leadership, PMP certification and a track record of guiding enterprise software initiatives from the customer side. He has led ERP implementations, large-scale data integrations and custom application development across multiple facilities within the packaging sector.

'Steve has walked in our customers' shoes,' commented Alfonso Hernandez, vice president of sales at HiFlow Solutions. 'His background in IT leadership within the packaging sector, combined with his deep project management expertise, makes him uniquely qualified to connect with clients and demonstrate how HiFlow's offerings directly address the challenges they face every day.'

As a PMP-certified leader, De Benedetto has managed enterprise technology deployments with a focus on ROI, operational excellence and long-term scalability. His experience in building and leading cross-functional IT teams across North America reinforces his ability to help packaging manufacturers navigate change and optimize performance.

'In my previous roles, I have seen firsthand how the right technology can transform operations and drive measurable results,' De Benedetto said. 'That's why I'm thrilled to join HiFlow Solutions and to introduce new customers to a platform that truly positions businesses for long-term growth.'

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Catapult Print refreshes brand to reflect six-year evolution

Piotr Wnuk — Mon, 06 Oct 2025 22:12:33 +0000

Catapult Print has refreshed its brand to reflect the company's evolution since its launch six years ago and the priorities of customers in today's challenging market.

Based around the principle that Catapult makes every moment matter for customers, the brand refresh aims to position the company as an agile, responsive, forward-thinking and customer-focused label printing business. Customer feedback has been integral to shaping the new brand, with the need for a print partner that can swiftly adapt and set new standards for responsiveness, speed and reliability.

Founded by Mark Cook, a packaging professional with over 30 years of experience, alongside his sons Lewis and Ashley, Catapult has experienced rapid growth since its establishment in Florida with investment in machinery, systems, people and technology.

'Our business has matured over the past six years and we wanted to evolve our brand to reflect that, and also to articulate how we understand our customers' challenges and are building our business around their needs,' said Mark Cook.

'We are no longer a challenger brand, we're a leader in our sector. No other label printing business can offer the speed, agility and cost benefits we can deliver, and those points of difference have never been more important. The time is right to evolve our brand positioning to express that grown-up, experienced, innovative leadership and articulate it with the language we use, our typography and our design style,’ he added.

Over the past year, Catapult has invested in new machinery to enhance capacity and ensure consistent service levels as the company has scaled. It has also introduced real-time data tracking with secure customer dashboards for its Crystal management system and the Crystal+ app, which enables customers to manage inventory and place orders using their cell phone.

The company has also appointed former Ravenwood engineer Darren Wardman as technical operations engineer to optimize Catapult's own equipment, as well as offering a field engineer service to customers.

'The market is changing – companies aren't looking for suppliers, they're looking for partners who will adapt to their needs and deliver consistently high-quality results, at the right price, precisely when they need them,' Mark Cook added. 'Our strategic evolution has sharpened our focus on continuing to be exactly that partner – one they can turn to when every moment matters – and now our brand mirrors that too.'

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UEI Group appoints two new sales professionals

Selah Zighelboim — Mon, 06 Oct 2025 13:34:58 +0000

Universal Engraving and Infinity Foils (UEI Group) has added Ruben Soto and Scott Vena to its sales team.

Universal Engraving manufactures engraved copper and brass dies for foil stamping and embossing, while Infinity Foils is a supplier of decorative, security and identification foils for hot, cold and digital applications.

Based out of Orange County, California, Ruben will be servicing customers located in Southern California, Southern Nevada, Arizona, Utah and New Mexico. Vena, based out of Overland Park, Kansas, will service customers located in Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Kansas, North Dakota, South Dakota, Missouri, Colorado and Nebraska. Their specialty areas include engraved foil stamping and embossing dies/cylinders/flexible dies, lock-up systems, hot and cold foil and makeready supplies.

Soto has a background in B2B sales with over 18 years of experience in account development and customer relationship management. His track record includes
achieving 'Rookie of the Year' recognition for exceeding sales goals by 105 percent and building successful territories from the ground up. His fluency in Spanish provides a bilingual skillset to best serve the customers in his territory. Soto graduated from the University of Phoenix with a business communication degree.

Vena has an extensive background in sales with over 36 years of experience in B2B sales and customer development, spanning multiple industries. Vena has a marketing degree from Pittsburgh State University.

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Hueck Folien appoints Christoph Steger as CEO

Piotr Wnuk — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 21:44:48 +0000

Hueck Folien has appointed Christoph Steger as CEO, as the internationally experienced executive succeeds Dr Martin Bergsmann, who led the Austrian technology company for more than 14 years.

Steger brings over two decades of leadership experience in global business development and strategic growth initiatives. The appointment aligns with Hueck Folien's strategic direction as the company has established itself as one of the global market leaders in its core markets of security, labeling and design.

'In Dr Steger, we have secured an internationally experienced executive who will successfully guide the company forward with strategic vision and fresh momentum,' noted Konstantin Thomas, chairman of the supervisory board. 'His proven track record in leading global organizations, combined with his deep understanding of innovation and sustainability, makes him the ideal choice to achieve our ambitious growth targets.'

Steger commented: 'I am excited to collaborate with Hueck Folien's exceptional team to shape the company's next development phase and further strengthen our market position. The combination of technological innovation, sustainable production and global market leadership creates unique growth opportunities that we will systematically capitalize on.'

The leadership transition reinforces Hueck Folien's commitment to both continuity and forward-thinking strategy. Steger will advance the company's growth trajectory while establishing new priorities, particularly in expanding international market positions, driving ecological transformation and digitalizing production processes.

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Armor-IIMAK appoints Plamen Petkov as Americas president

Piotr Wnuk — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 21:38:01 +0000

Armor-IIMAK has appointed Plamen Petkov as president for Americas, bringing more than two decades of experience in the thermal transfer industry to the role.

Petkov has held senior leadership positions at Zebra Technologies, Dover Product ID Group, Datamax-O'Neil and Printronix Auto-ID, where he guided teams through growth, innovation and global expansion while driving market share growth, operational excellence and M&A integration.

'Plamen's long-term experience in the auto identification industry, combined with his leadership style, makes him an excellent fit for Armor-IIMAK,' commented Christian Lefort, CEO of Armor-IIMAK. 'He combines a strong strategic vision with a personal, people-first approach: two essential skills to guide our Americas' business development over the long term.'

Petkov added: 'Joining Armor-IIMAK feels like coming home. I've admired this company for more than 20 years – not just for its technology and quality, but for the values and people behind the brand. This opportunity enables me to return to an industry I care deeply about and to work alongside a team dedicated to excellence.'

Based in Buffalo, NY, Petkov will lead activity in North and South America, focusing on accelerating growth, strengthening partnerships and delivering product innovation. His appointment marks a significant step as Armor-IIMAK continues to enhance its leadership position in the Americas.

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Ryan Greis and Rodolfo Avalos launch consulting firm

Selah Zighelboim — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 19:25:41 +0000

Ryan Greis and Rodolfo Avalos, industry veterans and former Mark Andy colleagues, have launched BiltLine, a consulting group dedicated to helping businesses across the printing and converting vertical navigate market challenges.

Greis and Avalos turned a recent Mark Andy layoff into an opportunity to unite their strengths in marketing and finance. The consulting team works with converters, printers, OEMs and suppliers, helping them sharpen marketing strategies, align with customer needs and leverage financial expertise in margin analysis, cost control and scenario planning to maximize the impact of every business decision.

'The printing and converting industry is at a critical juncture,' said Ryan Greis, co-founder of BiltLine. 'This sector is under pressure from shifting market dynamics, trade policies and evolving customer demands. BiltLine was launched because we believe these businesses deserve clear, practical guidance to not just survive, but thrive.'

'Having lived through these changes ourselves, we know what it means to adapt quickly,' added Rodolfo Avalos, co-founder of BiltLine. 'Our goal is to be a resource for companies that may feel isolated in this moment of disruption. We’re here to help them make confident, informed decisions.'

BiltLine’s approach blends data-driven analysis with hands-on industry expertise. The firm partners with clients to uncover opportunities for efficiency, growth and long-term stability. With a clear understanding of the real-world challenges that printers, converters, OEMs and suppliers face every day, BiltLine positions itself as a trusted advisor during a time of uncertainty.

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