Ricoh UK appoints new CEO
Glenn Griggs has been promoted to CEO from his previous position as board director of sales
Ricoh UK has appointed Glenn Griggs as its new CEO succeeding Phil Keoghan who was promoted to lead Ricoh Northern Europe in April 2022.
Prior to his appointment, Griggs held the position of board director of sales, leading a team of over 250 Ricoh sales employees across the UK and steering the business's transition to a digital services company across multiple divisions and service offerings.
"Griggs has a wealth of experience and brings with him a strong vision and history of driving growth," said Nicola Downing, CEO of Ricoh Europe.
"I look forward to working with Griggs and his team to continue driving our people-first approach across all areas of our business."
Keoghan added: "I would like to congratulate Griggs on his appointment.
"I'm confident that the UK business will continue to thrive under his leadership, delivering innovative solutions and excellent service to our customers.
"I am looking forward to working with Griggs and the rest of the leadership team across the region to achieve closer cooperation and driving efficiencies through knowledge sharing and creating additional value for our customers across Northern Europe."
Following the announcement, Griggs said: "Ricoh is a respected digital services company, leading global workspace transformation for our customers, and I'm delighted to be appointed to the role of CEO."
Griggs has been at Ricoh for the last 28 years and said that the company is in an auspicious moment and that he is confident it has a bright future ahead.
"In my role, together with my executive team, I will lead wholeheartedly with a people-first strategy.
"My ambition is for all at Ricoh UK employees to feel empowered, proud, and confident that their contributions are making a difference.
"I will continue working hard to ensure our organisation reflects society, our customers, and our partners, championing diversity, inclusion, and equity."
Ricoh Ireland will continue to operate under the leadership of its managing director Gary Hopwood, reporting to Phil Keoghan.
Ricoh recently completed the acquisition of Irish tech company PFH Technology Group.