Presstek CEO Jeff Jacobson Appointed to EDSF Board of Directors
HUDSON, N.H., Oct. 9 -- Presstek, Inc. (Nasdaq: PRST), the leading manufacturer and marketer of digital offset printing business solutions, today announced that President and Chief Executive Officer Jeff Jacobson has been appointed to the EDSF board of directors. EDSF is the international, non-profit organization dedicated to the document management and graphic communications industries.
As a charitable foundation, EDSF is dedicated to preparing the next generation of professionals for the document management and graphic communications marketplace. The organization supports the industry's future by granting scholarships to students in support of their academic careers, providing a research grant/mentor program for colleges and universities, building career awareness, and recognizing innovative educators and educational programs. In a market that is constantly transformed by emerging technologies, EDSF serves vendors and users who design and implement document solutions for business applications.
"Jeff Jacobson is a valuable addition to our board of directors and we look forward to drawing on his significant knowledge of the document management and communications marketplace," said Jeanne Mowlds, executive director of EDSF. "Jeff's enthusiasm and willingness to serve, combined with his impressive background, business acumen, leadership qualities and strategic expertise, complements the many skills we have represented on the EDSF Board."
"I am honored by this appointment and eager to work with EDSF members on the critical issue of raising awareness of industry career opportunities through the Foundation's scholarship and research programs," Jacobson said. "Presstek traditionally has enjoyed a great relationship with EDSF, and we look forward to sharing our collective knowledge to help the organization further succeed in preparing the next generation of professionals."
For more information, visit www.edsf.org, or e-mail info@edsf.org.
EDSF Media Contact:
Aaron Kiel
ak PR Group
562-983-8113
akiel@akprgroup.com
About Presstek
Presstek, Inc. is the leading manufacturer and marketer of high-tech digital imaging solutions to the graphic arts and laser imaging markets. Presstek's patented DI(R), CTP and plate products provide a streamlined workflow in a chemistry-free environment, thereby reducing printing cycle time and lowering production costs. Presstek solutions are designed to make it easier for printers to cost effectively meet increasing customer demand for high-quality, shorter print runs and faster turnaround while providing improved profit margins. Presstek subsidiary Lasertel, Inc., manufactures semiconductor laser diodes for Presstek's and external customers' applications.
For more information visit www.presstek.com, or call 603-595-7000 or
email: info@presstek.com.
CONTACTS:
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blabaugh@presstek.com
JaeMi Pennington
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