Mutoh America, Inc. appoints Miguel Gonzalez as new Director of Sales for U.S. and Canada

Mutoh America, Inc. welcomes Miguel Gonzalez as their new Director of Sales for U.S. and Canada.
Gonzalez’s extensive experience of multi-layer sales channel management and customer services makes him the ideal person for the position. Gonzalez will be working under the guidance of Brian Phipps, Mutoh America’s President and G.M. Gonzalez’s key responsibilities will include increasing sales across the U.S. and Canada and developing and growing relationships with the Mutoh distribution network.
Brian Phipps says: “I have known Miguel for numerous years in the wide-format graphics industry and I’m delighted that he is joining our team. Miguel will bring with him an abundance of experience to our organisation and will help us meet our aggressive objectives moving forward.”
Gonzalez joins Mutoh America with over 20 years of experience in the wide-format printing industry. Most recently, he was part of Neenah Paper where he drove West Coast sales in the wide-format category.
Gonzalez says: “I am very thrilled to be joining such an innovative team. Great things are happening at Mutoh.”
Topics
Interested in joining our community?
Enquire today about joining your local FESPA Association or FESPA Direct
Recent news

The importance of ink for large format printers
Ink is crucial for large format inkjet printers, influencing substrate compatibility, productivity, and cost. Nessan Cleary discusses the three main types which include UV-curable ink, latex ink and eco-solvent ink. Each ink type has specific strengths and weaknesses, making printers choice dependent on budget and intended applications.

What are the benefits of Direct-To-Fabric printing?
Direct-to-fabric printing is gaining popularity for high-volume textile production, enabling on-demand, customized short runs. These printers offer ink flexibility, accommodating various fabric types like cotton and silk, though ink development focuses on faster turnaround by reducing pre- and post-processing. Compared to traditional methods, direct-to-fabric inkjet printing is a more sustainable option due to reduced water and chemical usage, and localized production.

What are the opportunities for large format providers regarding digital touch screens?
Digital touchscreens are becoming increasingly common, offering businesses opportunities to improve customer engagement and streamline operations. Nessan Cleary shares, while more expensive to implement than standard digital displays due to complex software and integration needs, touchscreens provide self-service options, multilingual support, and can reduce staffing costs in various settings like retail, transportation, and healthcare.