Doug Wagner promoted to position of IIMAK CEO

Wagner joined IIMAK in 2007 as vice president of sales and marketing, and has been described as ‘instrumental in driving the business through global expansion and diversification’.

Under Wagner’s leadership, IIMAK has completed four acquisitions, moving into the inkjet inks market and strengthening IIMAK’s position in Mexico and Central America. He also supported capital investments for improved manufacturing efficiencies and enhanced sustainability.

He will continue in his current role as president of IIMAK, which he assumed in 2012, and has become a member of the company’s board of directors.

Prior to joining IIMAK, he spent nine years with Avery Dennison in its Retail Information Services (RIS) group, last holding the position of vice president of sales and marketing for the Europe, Middle East and Africa region. He began his career working for the United States Department of State serving as a member of the Foreign Service at embassies in Tunisia, Guatemala and Saudi Arabia.

Wagner’s appointment completes the managed executive transition coordinated by the current CEO, Richard A. Marshall. As part of this transition, Marshall, a 23-year company veteran, will remain actively involved with IIMAK and continue as chairman of the board.

‘It has been one of my most satisfying professional experiences to work closely with Doug to have him succeed me as CEO,’ Marshall said. ‘I am excited for Doug and for the future of IIMAK. I am passing the leadership role to Doug with extreme confidence that he will provide the guidance, energy and wisdom to build IIMAK beyond what I have imagined.

‘Doug has a strong vision for IIMAK’s growth and a keen strategic focus to drive results. IIMAK employees are a dedicated team and will continue to bring new levels of innovation, customer care and value to our industries.’