Bob Cronin enlisted as Labels & Labeling columnist

Bob Cronin, managing partner of The Open Approach, has been enlisted as a regular columnist of Labels & Labeling, the pre-eminent source of news and information to the label industry. His first column is scheduled to appear in the February/March edition of the magazine, Issue 1.

A trusted industry advisor and past interim CEO of York Label, Cronin will offer an ‘on the streets’ view of M&A activity, best tactics for acquisitions/divestitures, private equity influences, and strategies to enhance company value in the ever-changing label space.

‘Amidst the new economic climate, advice from a proven leader who has “weathered the storms” will be indispensable to our readers,’ commented Andy Thomas, group managing editor, Labels & Labeling. ‘Bob is close to the market. His views will be most valuable.’

Along with his partners at The Open Approach, Cronin has been critical in a number of notable label company transactions, including those for York Label and Fort Dearborn, among others. He recently presented at Labelexpo Americas, leading an executive panel on the ongoing impact and importance of M&A.

Well known and respected across the industry, Cronin is also a frequent speaker at general print industry events, including Offset & Beyond and the President’s Conference. He has written numerous articles for PIA/GATF reports and forecasts, as well as various trade publications, including Printing Impressions.

The Open Approach is an accomplished M&A firm that operates exclusively in the graphic arts industry. Comprised of former print CEOs, COOs, sales leaders, marketing experts and buyers, the firm spearheads initiatives that drive company value. In addition to comprehensive M&A and investment banking services, The Open Approach provides business model development, exit strategy timing and planning, due diligence, alliance opportunities, market research, and other solutions that positively impact print enterprises’ top- and bottom-line growth.

For more information about The Open Approach, call 630-323-9700, email info@theopenapproach.net, or visit www.theopenapproach.net.