Solopress has taken on a new head of business development. The appointment of Phil Foster is part of an ongoing programme of recruitment and investment by the Essex-based printer that will see it expand its payroll, kit list and business premises within the year.
Foster, who will report directly to MD Simon Cooper, has been in the print industry for more than 35 years, having started out as a plate maker before moving into sales. Following a stint running his own litho printing business, he had seven-year spell as senior sales executive at Saxoprint. His remit at Solopress is to find new business and maintain key relationships.
Solopress MD Simon Cooper said of the appointment: “With his vast experience in our industry, Phil is the perfect fit for this newly created head of business development role. Not only will print buyers learn more about how our current catalogue can support their business, but we also hope to identify areas where new products and variations could better meet their needs.”
Foster added: “I’m thrilled to be joining Solopress at this exciting point in their journey. I prefer a consultative approach over the hard sell, and I’m happy that I’ll be able to put my print knowledge to good use as I introduce the business to new customers.
