OKI strengthens channel leadership

Printer and MFP vendor OKI has appointed Judy Wilson as its new channel manager for its Buying Groups business.

Based in Sydney, Wilson will be responsible for managing and growing OKI's Buying Groups channel in line with the company's growth strategies. At the same time she will be responsible for developing and deploying new partner opportunities and programs.

"We are delighted to welcome Judy to our team. Her experience and success in supporting channel partner growth and implementing innovative reseller programs will be an invaluable asset," Greg Mikaelian, Oceanic sales manager for OKI Data Australia and New Zealand, says

"At the same time, she will provide a great source of knowledge and expertise, in helping to reinforce our presence and business share within the buying group sector of the printer channel – including Office Choice and Office Brands," he adds.

Wilson has held previous roles ay Samsung Electronics, including NSW channel manger for IT and national channel manager for Print. According to Mikaelian, Wilson successfully developed and implemented innovative market momentum strategies and programs that supported significant growth in channel sales in these roles.

Wilson has also held roles at Ingram Micro, as well as the role of channel account manager for Hewlett Packard. She previously worked for Express Data where she was the business development manager for Shore Tel and Hitachi Data Systems.