Ex-Samsung exec to boss Exertis' print business

Jamie Brothwell tasked with expanding distributor's presence in printer segment

Former Samsung print channel boss Jamie Brothwell has popped up at one of the vendor's distribution partners, Exertis, to run its print business.

Brothwell joined Exertis this month in the newly created role of print general manager following two years at Samsung, having previously worked for distributor Midwich.

Brothwell has been charged with increasing Exertis' headcount and resource on print, as well as evaluating services that complement the distributor's current print hardware offerings.

"I have been watching Exertis grow and evolve for some time," Brothwell said.

"The value-add services that it provides are one of the reasons it is so highly regarded by those in the manufacturer and reseller communities. When the opportunity arose to join Exertis, I knew this was the right time and the right company to bring my print skills to. Print is where Exertis started and I want to bring my knowledge here to ensure that Exertis' print proposition gets even stronger and more compelling."

Dan Lenan, head of commercial at Exertis, added: "Jamie joins Exertis at an extremely exciting time for the print division and the company overall. Print is a dynamic market and to succeed it requires innovation and a pioneering spirit. Jamie brings this to Exertis as much as his print skills and experience. I am confident that with him on board, our print team is certain to benefit."