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Koenig & Bauer (US/CA) Names New Leadership

Gerrit Zwergel, who has served as the CFO for Koenig & Bauer (US/CA), is promoted to lead the organization as its new CEO.

The new senior management team at Koenig & Bauer (US/CA), from left, are Jeff Dietz, SVP of sales; Chris Talbert, COO; Gerrit Zwergel, CEO; and Eric Frank, SVP marketing. (© Koenig & Bauer)

Koenig & Bauer (US/CA) is entering a new chapter of leadership at its Dallas, TX headquarters. Four well-known and respected members of the North American graphic arts industry will be leading the company forward with their extensive experience, proven leadership, and exceptional skills. 

Gerrit Zwergel has been promoted to CEO of Koenig & Bauer (US/CA). He has served as CFO for Koenig & Bauer (US/CA) for more than 25 years. He will continue in his role as CFO in addition to his new responsibilities as CEO.

“I am extremely proud to lead this forward-thinking management team and organization into the future as we evolve with the dynamic marketplace and introduce exciting new technology,” says Zwergel. 

Chris Talbert has been promoted to COO and will join the management board of Koenig & Bauer (US/CA). Over his 21 years with the company, he has displayed an extremely successful managerial style as the SVP of service operations.

Jeff Dietz has been appointed as the new SVP of sales of Koenig & Bauer (US/CA). Previously, he had served as the VP of the firm’s web and specialty press division. In his new role, he will be meeting extensively with current and potential customers as well as overseeing the North American sales team.

“It is my privilege to rejoin Koenig & Bauer (US/CA) as its SVP of sales,” says Dietz. “I will be working closely with the sales organization and their laser-focus on the packaging, commercial, and label printing markets as well as several key niches.”

With nearly 24 years with Koenig & Bauer (US/CA), Eric Frank will continue as its SVP of marketing. Over the years, he has made significant contributions to the company as it expands and launches new technology.

Due to personal reasons, Kilian Renschler, the former CEO of Koenig & Bauer (US/CA), has decided to return to Germany. He has been instrumental in leading the firm’s North American operations since January 1, 2021.

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