Japan-based Mimaki, maker of wide-format inkjet printers and cutters, announces the appointment of Danna Drion as senior marketing manager for its Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region.

Before joining Mimaki Drion held senior marketing positions at a variety of high tech, IT and telecom companies, including Pyramid Analytics, Red Hat, Oracle, BEA Systems, British Telecom and MCI/WorldCom. Her background in successful marketing of technical offerings in the B2B market will bring fresh thinking and expertise to Mimaki Europe marketing efforts, according to her new company

“I am excited to be joining Mimaki Europe,” Drion says. “I’ve been impressed with the company’s ability to rapidly introduce a large number of exciting and innovative products as well as the range of printing and cutting solutions Mimaki offers. This includes everything from printing on paper, plastics, rigid materials and cylindrical objects to its new 3DUJ-553 3D printer, the company’s first foray into the growing 3D market. I’ll be focused on a balance between Mimaki’s local and international interests with a goal of providing our growing partner network with the latest solutions, and ensuring they have the training necessary for their success and that of their customers. 2018 will be an exciting year!”