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For more information contact: Mark Nappa, CSO mnappa@kirkwoodus.com | 978-658-4200 March 30, 2023
Jesse Kohler
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KIRKWOOD LAUNCHES NEW STRATEGIC PHARMA DIVISION
Jesse Kohler to lead new division while continuing to provide hands-on support and strategic thinking to the firm’s clients Wilmington, MA, March 30, 2023 – Kirkwood, the full-service integrated communications provider, announced the launch of its Strategic Pharma Division, which will leverage the firm’s unique expertise in the rapidly evolving print communications needs of the pharmaceutical industry to drive greater value for its clients. Jesse Kohler has been tapped to lead the new division, taking on the title of Vice President, Pharma Division, as she deepens her focus on meeting the day-to-day, often complex needs of the firm’s bio/pharma clients. Kohler will also continue her role as liaison between Kirkwood and Jet Mail in their partnership for all pharma fulfillment and distribution. Kohler, who has been with Kirkwood for nearly two decades, will continue to work directly with clients, supporting them from product conception and strategy through design and distribution. With direction from Kohler, Kirkwood has built a dedicated and experienced sales service team to help her continuously improve and streamline the company’s customer service model, which will continue to prioritize Kohler’s ability to bring her strategic thinking, creativity and problem-solving skills to each bio/pharmaceutical client. “Launching this Strategic Pharma Division will empower our team to deliver even stronger value for our clients in the bio/pharma industry. Personally, I’m excited about this new role because I’ll have the opportunity to continue to work directly with my clients – which I've always found to be incredibly fulfilling – while leading a team that will position our firm for accelerated growth in this important industry,” Kohler said. “Our Division’s new structure will provide more opportunities for me to work closely with each client on creative ways to engineer, develop and deliver their products, and I’ll be backed by a sales service staff with decades of experience to optimize our efficiency and create more value for our clients.” “After 18 years of working in the bio/pharmaceutical sector, it has become crystal clear that we need to harness our firm’s robust capabilities and target increased support for this part of our business. With her industry expertise and leadership skills, Jesse Kohler is the perfect person to run the new division,” said Chuck Colvin, EVP/Partner, Kirkwood. “Our bio/pharmaceutical vertical continues to expand thanks to Jesse’s proven track record of navigating, growing and maintaining this business. During her tenure, she has handled more than 75 drug launches, supporting her clients as an extension of their marketing team.” With rapidly evolving regulations and changing patient expectations impacting the pharmaceutical sector, it has become increasingly important to partner with firms that deeply understand the industry for communications, printing, packaging and other patient engagement needs. Kirkwood's new Strategic Pharma Division will include an experienced team devoted to sales, support, packaging design and promotional print, along with marketing, business development and distribution through the Jet Mail partnership. " In taking on the responsibility of overseeing our Pharma Division, Jesse will continue to meet the complex needs of our bio/pharmaceutical clients while also increasing this segment of our business,” said Mark Nappa, Kirkwood Chief Sales Officer. “She has demonstrated an impressive ability to help customers launch new drugs into the market by providing print materials to help educate healthcare professionals and patients on specific drug indications. Her training in health sciences, biology and marketing combined with her 18 years of sales experience makes her the right leader for our team.” Kohler was a student in Quinnipiac University's nursing school when a marketing course changed her career trajectory. After graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Health Science, including a double minor in biology and marketing, she joined Kirkwood in 2005. Kohler lives in New England with her husband and two daughters. In her spare time, she plays competitive tennis and coaches lacrosse. For 10 consecutive years, Kirkwood, established in 1973, has been recognized as one of the top printing companies in North America by Printing Impressions Magazine. Constantly renewing its commitment to environmental stewardship, Kirkwood has been a Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) printer since 2008. ###
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KIRKWOOD HIRES
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Wilmington, MA, December 29, 2022
We are pleased to announce that Michael T. Marconi, has been hired as the Director of Sales, Mid-Atlantic. Michael has had an extensive career in graphic arts and printing, with over 25 years of in-depth experience at premier printing companies on the East Coast working with luxury marketing campaigns. His success is attributed to a skillset based on understanding and servicing luxury brands and the luxury real estate markets. He also has a keen eye for color and post-press applications, which improves production efficiencies. Prior to Kirkwood, Michael was President of Brilliant Graphics and Studio and was credited with fostering exponential growth at Consolidated Graphics. Michael has tremendous depth and breadth of printing experience with iconic brands, an innovative lens on what high-end clients are looking for, and a compelling track record of delivering premier projects for many of the top companies in the country”, said Mark Nappa, Chief Sales Officer, Kirkwood. “Pairing his distinctive expertise with our extensive capabilities allows us to increase a sophisticated sales effort in Metro New York and the surrounding areas.” Michael joins Kirkwood as the Director of Sales, Mid-Atlantic to continue Kirkwood’s recent success providing business services to many of the top companies in America and Europe. Michael comments, “I am excited to start a new challenge within Kirkwood and look forward to working with the team to further develop their already extensive client portfolio. I am fortunate to be joining such a respected company that prides itself on top-quality printing, excellent customer service and the most comprehensive equipment list”. Throughout his career, Michael has always helped his customers produce the most amazing work, on time and on budget. We are excited to see amazing projects from new designers, running through the Kirkwood presses in 2023. |
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KIRKWOOD ADDS SECOND HEIDELBERG PRESS IN 18 MONTHS |
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WILMINGTON, MA October 13, 2022 – At a time when the print industry is consolidating and print companies are diversifying their portfolios, Kirkwood is making a BOLD and significant move to increase UV printing, doubling down on print media with a monster 8-Color Heidelberg Speedmaster XL 106 UV Perfector Press.
With a steadfast commitment to continuous investment in the latest, most productive/environmentally conscious technology, KIRKWOOD continues to grow and expand its printing capabilities. The 49-year-old, privately owned commercial printer KIRKWOOD announces the installation of a Heidelberg Speedmaster XL 106 Press with DRYSTAR technology, located in their Wilmington, MA facility.
Heidelberg, as a manufacturer, is regarded as a pioneer in ecological printing and has developed solutions to eliminate or reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) and process emissions as well as reduce waste. The Speedmaster XL 106 is recognized as one of the most environmentally friendly presses in its class, delivering the smallest carbon footprint in the print industry, this press is further advancing our sustainability and environmental efforts.
“It is amazing in just a couple of years; Heidelberg has again added new technologies which help us with both short-run work as well as projects with higher page counts, which have many make readies. We will now run projects very quickly and efficiently. This press gives KIRKWOOD 60% additional capacity and reduces our waste by 50%, over older presses – helping the customer and of course, the environment,” Chuck Colvin - Kirkwood Partner, adds.
"I love this machine," comments Bill Elwell, Pressroom Manager for Kirkwood. "The perfecting and UV capabilities mean our press operators can print faster, and customers can have shorter press checks. At full speed, we'll be able to print as fast as, (16) 8.5x11 pages at 15,000 sheets per hour on both sides simultaneously, or 240,000 pages per hour." Elwell adds.
"The need for high-quality print media to drive marketing and sales continues to be incredibly strong," states Mark Nappa, Chief Sales Officer for Kirkwood. Nappa clarifies, "But what customers want is the highest quality print collateral at a reasonable cost. Our new Speedmaster XL 106 8-Color Press is ideal to fulfill that need." Nappa continues, "Because the new perfecting press can print on both sides of a sheet of paper in a single pass, we'll be able to gain greater efficiencies, giving Kirkwood the ability to take on more work."
About Kirkwood: Kirkwood is an environmentally friendly, high-quality printer, specializing in print management and marketing logistics. We simplify communications for our customers by streamlining their print marketing and automating processes for print. Whether you are printing luxury catalogs, signage for your store, direct mail, or high-quality digital print, Kirkwood can put together a program to support your business. Leveraging innovative workflow technologies, we help to facilitate online orders, improve quality, manage inventory, and reduce print obsolescence. For more information on Kirkwood, visit https://www.kirkwoodus.com/
With a steadfast commitment to continuous investment in the latest, most productive/environmentally conscious technology, KIRKWOOD continues to grow and expand its printing capabilities. The 49-year-old, privately owned commercial printer KIRKWOOD announces the installation of a Heidelberg Speedmaster XL 106 Press with DRYSTAR technology, located in their Wilmington, MA facility.
Heidelberg, as a manufacturer, is regarded as a pioneer in ecological printing and has developed solutions to eliminate or reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) and process emissions as well as reduce waste. The Speedmaster XL 106 is recognized as one of the most environmentally friendly presses in its class, delivering the smallest carbon footprint in the print industry, this press is further advancing our sustainability and environmental efforts.
“It is amazing in just a couple of years; Heidelberg has again added new technologies which help us with both short-run work as well as projects with higher page counts, which have many make readies. We will now run projects very quickly and efficiently. This press gives KIRKWOOD 60% additional capacity and reduces our waste by 50%, over older presses – helping the customer and of course, the environment,” Chuck Colvin - Kirkwood Partner, adds.
"I love this machine," comments Bill Elwell, Pressroom Manager for Kirkwood. "The perfecting and UV capabilities mean our press operators can print faster, and customers can have shorter press checks. At full speed, we'll be able to print as fast as, (16) 8.5x11 pages at 15,000 sheets per hour on both sides simultaneously, or 240,000 pages per hour." Elwell adds.
"The need for high-quality print media to drive marketing and sales continues to be incredibly strong," states Mark Nappa, Chief Sales Officer for Kirkwood. Nappa clarifies, "But what customers want is the highest quality print collateral at a reasonable cost. Our new Speedmaster XL 106 8-Color Press is ideal to fulfill that need." Nappa continues, "Because the new perfecting press can print on both sides of a sheet of paper in a single pass, we'll be able to gain greater efficiencies, giving Kirkwood the ability to take on more work."
About Kirkwood: Kirkwood is an environmentally friendly, high-quality printer, specializing in print management and marketing logistics. We simplify communications for our customers by streamlining their print marketing and automating processes for print. Whether you are printing luxury catalogs, signage for your store, direct mail, or high-quality digital print, Kirkwood can put together a program to support your business. Leveraging innovative workflow technologies, we help to facilitate online orders, improve quality, manage inventory, and reduce print obsolescence. For more information on Kirkwood, visit https://www.kirkwoodus.com/
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ELLEN NAGER-BARDEN JOINS KIRKWOOD
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Wilmington, MA, October 13, 2022 – Kirkwood, is proud to announce and welcome Ellen Nager-Barden has been hired as a Senior Account Manager. Ellen will be responsible for supporting Kirkwood’s customers in our Wilmington, MA manufacturing facility. In addition, she will be working with outside vendors, building solid customer relationships, and ensuring projects meet deadlines and client expectations.
“Finding someone with Ellen’s extensive experience in the printing business is critical to keeping the world-class print experience, for our customers. We have grown to the point where it became clear that we needed to increase our customer support team – Ellen’s knowledge, and get-it-done attitude, made her the perfect fit at Kirkwood,” stated Mark Nappa, CSO, Kirkwood With more than 30 years of experience in the graphic arts industry, Ellen has experienced all the technological changes which have happened over the past 3 decades, giving her a true “printer” perspective. She came to the Kirkwood team from Spire/Coefficient, where she wore multiple hats. Previously, she held the position of Print Production Account Specialist at RR Donnelley, Bedford, MA. For more information, visit kirkwoodus.com |
PATRICE DRAKE JOINS KIRKWOOD
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Wilmington, MA, August 29, 2022 – Kirkwood, is proud to announce and welcome Patrice Drake has been hired as a Senior Account Manager. Patrice will be responsible for supporting Kirkwood’s customers for our Wilmington, MA manufacturing facility. In addition, she will be working with outside vendors, building solid customer relationships, and ensuring projects meet deadlines and client expectations. “We have grown to the point where it became clear that we needed to increase our customer support team – someone with extensive experience, a get-it-done attitude, and Patrice was our first choice,” stated Chuck Colvin, Partner, SVP She comes to the Kirkwood team from RR Donnelley, where she held numerous positions for more than 20 years. Previously she held the position of Customer Service Representative at ACME Printing Co. For more information, visit kirkwoodus.com |
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WILMINGTON, MA – August 3, 2021
Bill Rizzo, Strategic Account Manager, has announced his retirement from Kirkwood after 15 years. Bill has been in the graphic arts industry since the 80’s, and throughout his career he has represented many companies in New England. Names like Penmore, Pride Printers and Ben Franklin Smith Printers are just a few of the companies which benefitted from Bill’s hard work and expertise.
“It has been an honor to be part of the Kirkwood team for the last 15 years. I loved my career and that I was able to work independently at Kirkwood. It never felt as though I had a boss, I was always included as a collaborator, not just an employee. I have been fortunate enough to be part of a team that was always rowing in the same direction” reports Bill Rizzo.
Retirement usually comes with the compulsory review of one’s career, including thanking colleagues and bosses along the way. In Bill’s case, preparation for retirement included reaching out to a few hundred customers to thank them for everything along his career path. Bill’s efforts in finding customers as far back as the 80’s, led him to write some a thank you card and reach others via social media. Many of his old customers had the same sentiment, they knew if they gave him a project, they did not have to worry.
“We wish Bill all the best for a relaxing, fun filled retirement,” stated Bob Coppinger, CEO. “He has been a wonderful part of our organization, throughout the past 15 years. Kirkwood will miss his professionalism and attention to detail. Bill’s shoes will be hard to fill.”
In Bill’s retirement, he will be spending time, fishing, golfing, playing music and planning camping trips. He will also be spending time with his wife Nancy.
Kirkwood offers a variety of print capabilities, with 200+ employees producing everything from cross-media marketing, direct mail, promotional, wide-format, fulfilment, and warehousing support. Kirkwood provides the freedom to print on a variety of substrates, provides exacting-color matching with offset, digital & inkjet printing and goes directly from print to finishing, making it possible for Kirkwood to produce highly creative, complex variable print applications with a fast turnaround. The company measures success, not by sales figures, but by the satisfaction and longevity of its clients.
For more information, visit kirkwoodus.com
Bill Rizzo, Strategic Account Manager, has announced his retirement from Kirkwood after 15 years. Bill has been in the graphic arts industry since the 80’s, and throughout his career he has represented many companies in New England. Names like Penmore, Pride Printers and Ben Franklin Smith Printers are just a few of the companies which benefitted from Bill’s hard work and expertise.
“It has been an honor to be part of the Kirkwood team for the last 15 years. I loved my career and that I was able to work independently at Kirkwood. It never felt as though I had a boss, I was always included as a collaborator, not just an employee. I have been fortunate enough to be part of a team that was always rowing in the same direction” reports Bill Rizzo.
Retirement usually comes with the compulsory review of one’s career, including thanking colleagues and bosses along the way. In Bill’s case, preparation for retirement included reaching out to a few hundred customers to thank them for everything along his career path. Bill’s efforts in finding customers as far back as the 80’s, led him to write some a thank you card and reach others via social media. Many of his old customers had the same sentiment, they knew if they gave him a project, they did not have to worry.
“We wish Bill all the best for a relaxing, fun filled retirement,” stated Bob Coppinger, CEO. “He has been a wonderful part of our organization, throughout the past 15 years. Kirkwood will miss his professionalism and attention to detail. Bill’s shoes will be hard to fill.”
In Bill’s retirement, he will be spending time, fishing, golfing, playing music and planning camping trips. He will also be spending time with his wife Nancy.
Kirkwood offers a variety of print capabilities, with 200+ employees producing everything from cross-media marketing, direct mail, promotional, wide-format, fulfilment, and warehousing support. Kirkwood provides the freedom to print on a variety of substrates, provides exacting-color matching with offset, digital & inkjet printing and goes directly from print to finishing, making it possible for Kirkwood to produce highly creative, complex variable print applications with a fast turnaround. The company measures success, not by sales figures, but by the satisfaction and longevity of its clients.
For more information, visit kirkwoodus.com
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OUT WITH THE OLD; IN WITH THE NEW
KIRKWOOD RAISES THE BAR WITH ANOTHER MAJOR INVESTMENT
SPRING 2021
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Kirkwood, a full-service printing/mailing company based in Wilmington, MA, has installed a new Heidelberg Speedmaster XL 105, 6-Color. It is the sixth Heidelberg press the company has purchased over the past 17 years.
“My philosophy has always been that any new equipment we invest in has to offer even more capabilities to customers than what our needs currently equipment offered,” said Chuck Colvin, EVP, Partner. “
The Heidelberg Speedmaster XL 105, 6-Color (29.5” x 41.34”) with inline aqueous coating, preset-plus feeder and delivery and axis control, CPC 24 color control-closed loop spectrophotometry is an exceptional press. Heidelberg is a wonderful partner and has really raised the bar with more “internal” productivity features. The sales team at Kirkwood, welcomes this installation and looks forward to faster turn times with the additional features,” reported Mark Nappa, Chief Sales Officer.
Kirkwood offers a variety of print capabilities, with 200+ employees producing everything from cross-media marketing, direct mail, promotional, wide-format, fulfilment, and warehousing support. Kirkwood provides the freedom to print on a variety of substrates, provides exacting-color matching with offset, digital & inkjet printing and goes directly from print to finishing, making it possible for Kirkwood to produce highly creative, complex variable print applications with a fast turnaround. The company measures success, not by sales figures, but by the satisfaction and longevity of its clients.
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“My philosophy has always been that any new equipment we invest in has to offer even more capabilities to customers than what our needs currently equipment offered,” said Chuck Colvin, EVP, Partner. “
The Heidelberg Speedmaster XL 105, 6-Color (29.5” x 41.34”) with inline aqueous coating, preset-plus feeder and delivery and axis control, CPC 24 color control-closed loop spectrophotometry is an exceptional press. Heidelberg is a wonderful partner and has really raised the bar with more “internal” productivity features. The sales team at Kirkwood, welcomes this installation and looks forward to faster turn times with the additional features,” reported Mark Nappa, Chief Sales Officer.
Kirkwood offers a variety of print capabilities, with 200+ employees producing everything from cross-media marketing, direct mail, promotional, wide-format, fulfilment, and warehousing support. Kirkwood provides the freedom to print on a variety of substrates, provides exacting-color matching with offset, digital & inkjet printing and goes directly from print to finishing, making it possible for Kirkwood to produce highly creative, complex variable print applications with a fast turnaround. The company measures success, not by sales figures, but by the satisfaction and longevity of its clients.
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The Nicole Saunders Story: A Passion for Graphic Arts
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May 2021
Recent RIT graduate Nicole Saunders has joined commercial printer Kirkwood and is currently working her way through various departments in the company under the mentorship of its managers. The goal is to determine where she feels she can deliver the most value and where her true passions lie. This is a great story that can encourage others to pursue a career in graphic communications. |
Nicole Saunders Joins Kirkwood
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February 2021 (Wilmington, MA) Kirkwood welcomes Nicole Saunders as a Print Team Associate. Nicole joins Kirkwood with a zest for becoming a graphic arts full-time employee, after interning with the company a few years ago. Her education and activities have included graduating from Shawsheen Valley Regional Technical High School and a degree from Rochester Institute of Technology with a Bachelor of Science, Media Arts & Technology, and a minor in Flexible Packaging. During her college experience, she had multiple co-op internships, throughout the Northeast. “We are thrilled to have Nicole on board, she’ll bring a fresh perspective and approach to the Kirkwood team. Nicole has demonstrated that working in the graphic arts industry was non-negotiable dream. |
Since high school, she has had a laser focus on learning about all parts of this business”, stated Mark Nappa, CSO
Her accomplishments include being an executive board member for RIT’s Technical Association of the Graphic Arts as well as being a Student Ambassador for the Specialty Graphic Imaging Association.
Kirkwood offers a variety of print capabilities, with 200+ employees producing everything from cross-media marketing, direct mail, promotional, wide-format, fulfilment, and warehousing support. Kirkwood provides the freedom to print on a variety of substrates, provides exacting-color matching with offset, digital & inkjet printing and goes directly from print to finishing, making it possible for Kirkwood to produce highly creative, complex variable print applications with a fast turnaround. The company measures success, not by sales figures, but by the satisfaction and longevity of its clients.
Her accomplishments include being an executive board member for RIT’s Technical Association of the Graphic Arts as well as being a Student Ambassador for the Specialty Graphic Imaging Association.
Kirkwood offers a variety of print capabilities, with 200+ employees producing everything from cross-media marketing, direct mail, promotional, wide-format, fulfilment, and warehousing support. Kirkwood provides the freedom to print on a variety of substrates, provides exacting-color matching with offset, digital & inkjet printing and goes directly from print to finishing, making it possible for Kirkwood to produce highly creative, complex variable print applications with a fast turnaround. The company measures success, not by sales figures, but by the satisfaction and longevity of its clients.
Bob Riseman to retire from Kirkwood after 43 years in the printing Industry
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March 2019
The date we at Kirkwood have feared, yet anticipated, for years is finally upon us: Bob Riseman is retiring. Bob’s passion to deliver for his customers is the legacy he leaves our team, who embrace his dedicated approach that grew not only his business but our deep community of devoted clients. Bob’s groundbreaking work in identifying what the customer needed before the customer knew they needed it has had a significant effect on the success of the team he was a part of. “There were so many moving parts in the printing business, I was able to participate in the creative process and learn how to shepherd projects through. I really enjoyed teaching and mentoring the business to graphic designers,” said Riseman. When Bob joined Kirkwood in 2005, he had already had an extensive, 29 year career in the printing business. Riseman began his career selling office supplies for Monroe Stationers & Printers, later Moore where Bob sold business forms. In the 1980s he moved to Adco and began to sell commercial printing. During these early years, Bob worked for many companies, including Congraf, Nimrod, and Universal. It was during this time that he fell in love with the business, just as it was rapidly evolving. “So many of the companies I worked for were gobbled up during the late 80s and early 90s by acquisition. I was happy to land at Kirkwood, knowing these guys would never go down that road,” said Riseman. |
Recounting all the years in the business, Bob spoke about the “olden days,” when the Scitex scanner used to scan a photo looked like something from “Buck Rogers.” “The business has changed so quickly – I will be interested in seeing what happens in the next few years.”
Bob's attention to detail, while keeping the broader picture in mind, has been invaluable to Kirkwood. His willingness to put in extra time and effort to help us meet deadlines has demonstrated a commitment to excellence that his loyal customers have come to depend upon. We all owe Bob a debt of gratitude for all the times he helped keep projects on track, on time and within their budget. In addition to his incredible competence and skill, he has been a friend to all with his thoughtfulness, humor and encouragement.
“He’s a very positive spirit, always up for a great conversation,” said Mark Nappa, Kirkwood Chief Sales Officer. “There will be a void without him; he’s a pillar here at Kirkwood. Everybody knows him. Everybody loves him.”
Retirement will surely offer many new opportunities, which Bob will embrace wholeheartedly. Bob says he can now stop checking his email at 8:00pm and exhale, being able to spend time with his wife and two children. Although Bob insists, he will not be putting his feet in the sand – not just yet.
Bob's attention to detail, while keeping the broader picture in mind, has been invaluable to Kirkwood. His willingness to put in extra time and effort to help us meet deadlines has demonstrated a commitment to excellence that his loyal customers have come to depend upon. We all owe Bob a debt of gratitude for all the times he helped keep projects on track, on time and within their budget. In addition to his incredible competence and skill, he has been a friend to all with his thoughtfulness, humor and encouragement.
“He’s a very positive spirit, always up for a great conversation,” said Mark Nappa, Kirkwood Chief Sales Officer. “There will be a void without him; he’s a pillar here at Kirkwood. Everybody knows him. Everybody loves him.”
Retirement will surely offer many new opportunities, which Bob will embrace wholeheartedly. Bob says he can now stop checking his email at 8:00pm and exhale, being able to spend time with his wife and two children. Although Bob insists, he will not be putting his feet in the sand – not just yet.
Kirkwood Announces Expansion with Purchase of the Scodix Ultra2 Pro Press.
February 2019
Kirkwood announced today the expansion of its digital printing platform with the installation of a Scodix Ultra2 Pro Embellishment Press.
In conventional processes, foil stamping and embossing require multiple steps, dies or molds and a separate press pass. The new Scodix press produces these desired effects in-line without time-consuming and expensive tooling and die costs. Scodix Ultra2 Pro Press, with its multi material platform, provides Kirkwood with the largest array of enhancement job capabilities in the print industry today. The possibilities are virtually endless for creative and bottom-line needs. “The nine applications: Scodix Sense, Scodix Spot, Scodix Foil, Scodix Metallic, Scodix VDE/VDP, Scodix Cast&Cure, Scodix Crystal, Scodix Braille and Scodix Glitter, are enhanced capabilities that designers can now offer to their clients. The vast press capabilities and impact of these techniques are a way to add embellishments to a project quickly, at an affordable price” said Bob Coppinger, Chief Executive Officer, Kirkwood.
“The ultimate goal of any business owner is to expand the bottom-line,” notes Scodix North American VP of Sales and GM Mark Nixon. “The Scodix press will bring numerous benefits to a range of clients Kirkwood supports, including commercial print, direct mail, point of display, web2print, security and many more.” States Wayne Moda, EVP and Partner, Kirkwood, “Digital enhancement to a sheet of paper is key to increasing ROI on many applications— seeing is believing, but holding and feeling is reality.”
Interested in learning more about the immense capabilities of the Scodix or requesting an estimate? Please contact: mrosenthal@kirkwoodus.com
Kirkwood announced today the expansion of its digital printing platform with the installation of a Scodix Ultra2 Pro Embellishment Press.
In conventional processes, foil stamping and embossing require multiple steps, dies or molds and a separate press pass. The new Scodix press produces these desired effects in-line without time-consuming and expensive tooling and die costs. Scodix Ultra2 Pro Press, with its multi material platform, provides Kirkwood with the largest array of enhancement job capabilities in the print industry today. The possibilities are virtually endless for creative and bottom-line needs. “The nine applications: Scodix Sense, Scodix Spot, Scodix Foil, Scodix Metallic, Scodix VDE/VDP, Scodix Cast&Cure, Scodix Crystal, Scodix Braille and Scodix Glitter, are enhanced capabilities that designers can now offer to their clients. The vast press capabilities and impact of these techniques are a way to add embellishments to a project quickly, at an affordable price” said Bob Coppinger, Chief Executive Officer, Kirkwood.
“The ultimate goal of any business owner is to expand the bottom-line,” notes Scodix North American VP of Sales and GM Mark Nixon. “The Scodix press will bring numerous benefits to a range of clients Kirkwood supports, including commercial print, direct mail, point of display, web2print, security and many more.” States Wayne Moda, EVP and Partner, Kirkwood, “Digital enhancement to a sheet of paper is key to increasing ROI on many applications— seeing is believing, but holding and feeling is reality.”
Interested in learning more about the immense capabilities of the Scodix or requesting an estimate? Please contact: mrosenthal@kirkwoodus.com
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Kirkwood proudly announces the hiring of Doug Prittie as Digital and Large Format Manager.
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November 2018
As Digital and Large Format Manager, he will be responsible for technical evolution and continuous process improvement across Digital offerings and teams. “Doug’s extensive experience managing the activities of a quality control group will be critical to the growth of Kirkwood. We are thrilled to have him on board,” stated Bob Coppinger, CEO, Kirkwood. Prior to joining Kirkwood, Doug held positions as VP of Operations, Director of Quality Control, Plant Manager, and Prepress Manager / Lead Computer Graphic Artist for several large companies including Universal Wilde, Cenveo, Color Graphics-Mail Well, WE Andrews-Wallace Corporation, and Munson Advertising and Design. Doug attended El Camino College in California. He is trained in Lean / Six Sigma (Green Belt Certification). Please join us in welcoming Doug to the Kirkwood Printing team. Feel free to send messages of congratulations and inquiries to: mrosenthal@kirkwoodus.com |
Kirkwood proudly announces the hiring of Molly Rosenthal as VP of Marketing and Business Development.
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October 2018
Molly will be responsible for the leadership of marketing, developing new business opportunities and creating customized solutions for customer needs in internal and external capacities. A well-known figure in the graphic arts industry with 25+ years of experience, Molly has held various creative and marketing positions including agencies, printers and a papermill. Recently, Molly had responsibilities for National Accounts at Mohawk Paper, where she was responsible for the growth of the New York City market. “Molly has a proven record of facilitating long term business relationships with both customers and industry luminaries. Her strong winning attitude and personality are assets that will complement and enhance Kirkwood’s ability to meet the needs of our customers as we continue to provide quality, innovative products to the marketplace,” stated Mark Nappa, Chief Sales Officer. Please join us in welcoming Molly to the Kirkwood Printing team. Feel free to send messages of congratulations and inquiries to: mrosenthal@kirkwoodus.com |
Kirkwood Installs Two New Digital HP Presses.
October 2018
The HP Indigo 12,000 Digital Offset Press and HP Latex R2000 Digital Printer are up and running.
The HP Indigo 12,000 Digital Offset Press and HP Latex R2000 Digital Printer are up and running.
Kirkwood is proud to announce the expansion of our digital offerings with the addition of two new presses on our floor. The HP Indigo 12,000 Digital Offset Press brings breakthrough printing capabilities that extend unique, high-value opportunities to grow business. The press features the 29-inch format, brilliant full-color output using HP Indigo ElectroInk—delivering crisp line work, attractive images and smooth vignettes. “With the Indigo expansion, we will triple our capacity and output. We invest in the future, and for us, the future involves sustained growth with partners such as HP. The HP technology combined with unique capabilities that reduce paper waste and increase productivity, efficiency and sustainability are unprecedented in digital printing,” comments Nappa.
The HP Latex R2000 Wide Format Printer is the solution to quick-turn needs for roll and rigid media. Rigid substrates: paper foamboard, plastic foamboard, PVC foam, plastic corrugated, acrylic, polycarbonate, polystyrene, compressed cardboard, corrugated board, honeycomb board, aluminum composite panel, wood, glass, ceramic; Roll substrates: PVC banner, self-adhesive vinyl, coated paper, polypropylene, polystyrene, polycarbonate, polyester, textile (non-porous), canvas. Water-based inks eliminate exposure to traditional materials with hazard warning labels and high solvent concentrations, simplifying ventilation, storage, and transportation requirements. “Digital applications for wide-format is growing, and designers and buyers need more sophisticated solutions to differentiate themselves and effectively add value to brands,” said Nappa.
Interested in learning more about these capabilities or requesting an estimate? Please contact Molly Rosenthal: mrosenthal@kirkwoodus.com
The HP Latex R2000 Wide Format Printer is the solution to quick-turn needs for roll and rigid media. Rigid substrates: paper foamboard, plastic foamboard, PVC foam, plastic corrugated, acrylic, polycarbonate, polystyrene, compressed cardboard, corrugated board, honeycomb board, aluminum composite panel, wood, glass, ceramic; Roll substrates: PVC banner, self-adhesive vinyl, coated paper, polypropylene, polystyrene, polycarbonate, polyester, textile (non-porous), canvas. Water-based inks eliminate exposure to traditional materials with hazard warning labels and high solvent concentrations, simplifying ventilation, storage, and transportation requirements. “Digital applications for wide-format is growing, and designers and buyers need more sophisticated solutions to differentiate themselves and effectively add value to brands,” said Nappa.
Interested in learning more about these capabilities or requesting an estimate? Please contact Molly Rosenthal: mrosenthal@kirkwoodus.com
Kirkwood proudly announces the hire of Janet Kelly as Sales Representative.
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October 2018
We are pleased to welcome Janet Kelly to the Kirkwood Sales team. “A seasoned professional with a wealth of knowledge and vast expertise, Janet will be a wonderful addition to the sales team at Kirkwood. Janet will be responsible for growing sales in the Northeast corridor of the US. Her love of the industry coupled with Kirkwood’s capabilities, make her the perfect to addition to the organization,” stated Mark Nappa, Chief Sales Officer. Prior to joining Kirkwood, Janet was a top-producer for Universal Wilde, Westwood, Massachusetts. Janet was an NCAA Collegiate golfer who loves integrating golf with business. Currently, she is a member of the Women’s Golf Association at South Shore Country Club. “I enjoy working directly with designers and production managers at the very beginning of a project—this is where I can add the most value. Suggesting papers, special treatments, appropriate page counts and sizes, along with folding options and mailing requirements are all areas where myself and my team of experts at Kirkwood can assist. I love this business and am thrilled to be calling Kirkwood my new home,” says Janet. Feel free to send messages of congratulations and inquiries to: JKelly@kirkwoodus.com |
Kirkwood Adds NEW UV Press to the Lineup.
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January 2017
Following its continued growth plans, Kirkwood is pleased to announce the addition of a Heidelberg CD102 press with UV print capability. This new press will provide for faster turn times, a wider range of printable substrates, and more options for customers who print on uncoated stocks but desire spot treatments. Kirkwood has a long history of innovation and this additional capability expands the Kirkwood service platform as a logical single source supplier. |
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Kirkwood Goes Mobile
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July 2016
Kirkwood is pleased to announce the release of the new Mobile app for Winthrop Massachusetts. At a luncheon hosted by the Winthrop Chamber of Commerce, on Monday July 18th, Massachusetts Speaker of the House Robert DeLeo announced the launch of the new app to a crowd of over 100 attendees and other public officials that were in attendance. A Winthrop resident himself, DeLeo said that the App would be the first of its kind in Winthrop connecting the community on a larger scale with the Chamber of Commerce, the Office of Economic Development and tourism. The speaker was instrumental in helping the Chamber of Commerce secure some of the initial funding for the App development, through a state sponsored program. Betsy Shane, Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce was on hand to share her vision for the app with the community at large and to let everyone know that is now available for immediate download at the Apple and Google Stores. Apple Users: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/winthrop-mass/id1124484517?mt=8 Android Users: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.winthropmass.android&hl=en Winthrop is a “best kept secret” in Boston. There is plenty of great shopping, lodging and restaurants in this quiet town. With the new App, all of the information a traveler or community resident could need is available on the app with GPS mapping and turn by turn directions from your location to your desired destination. In addition to navigation, the app is filled with deal & coupons from local businesses that are not offered anywhere else. With its beaches, parks, historical attractions, and general history, Winthrop is only minutes from Boston. Winthrop offers spectacular views of the Boston skyline, and amazing sunsets. Kirkwood is a full service graphic communications company that specializes in high end offset, digital, and wide format printing. In the same way that Kirkwood has built a reputation in the printing business, the company with over 200 employees is equally focused on bringing value by building smart communities in the mobile publishing space. |
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A little about ourselves
Kirkwood is focused on providing undeniable value to our clients at every turn. We’ve been serving the New England print buying community for years, building our organization by providing the highest-quality printing available; taking on jobs that many companies couldn’t handle; and providing a meaningful, memorable customer experience. That’s why companies, institutions, designers, and agencies keep coming back: They feel the Kirkwood difference, they see the Kirkwood difference, and they want the Kirkwood difference. Some of the most discerning brands have come to rely on our commitment to excellence. For most, it is a lifestyle
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What is the Internet of Things?
The Internet of Things, or IoT, has the potential to affect everything we do in life, from monitoring our heart rate to heating our home. Remember just 20 short years ago, when you were amazed at how information could be delivered to your computer screen? Well, welcome to the modern age, where everything imaginable will be “on demand” and at your fingertips.
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