Kodak expands packaging team leadership

Kodak has appointed flexo industry veteran Jean Engelke as future product marketing manager for flexo solutions. Engelke brings many years of expertise in flexo pre-press and printing, most recently working as print services leader for Alcan Packaging.  

‘I am very fortunate to be joining Kodak at such an exciting time,’ said Engelke. ‘Their focus on the packaging market is evidenced by significant contributions in pre-press equipment and material innovations that are driving the quality of flexo packaging to new levels. I look forward to working with the marketing and development team to continue this initiative and to identify new opportunities that will further advance development in the market.’ 

Engelke has held previous roles in product marketing and technical leadership, developing standardized workflow procedures and cost-saving production policies for large packaging operations. In addition, she has been active in the Package and Label Gravure Association (PLGA) and Flexographic Technical Association (FTA), serving as Chair of the 2010 FTA Forum in Las Vegas in May. She also has written a number of journal articles and spoken at many industry events. 

‘We are very fortunate to have Jean joining the Kodak packaging team,’ stated Oscar Planas, vice president of marketing, pre-press solutions, Kodak. ‘As a highly respected industry leader, she brings with her a variety of flexo experience and firsthand insight from a customer’s perspective. Kodak is committed to providing innovation for the flexo industry and Jean is well positioned to ensure that our flexo solutions meet the evolving needs of our customers and help them grow their businesses.’

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