*NEWS*LEXMARK’S NEW MAN IN INDIA

[Anonymous]

P. G. Kamath On Lexmark Board of
Directors
Mumbai, APRIL O5

P. G. Kamath has been
appointed to the board of directors of Lexmark International (India).
Kamath
will continue to oversee the Indian operations of Lexmark India as general
manager.  
Kamath has over 18 years’ experience in the IT industry and
has a keen insight of the channels industry.

Commenting on his
appointment to the board, Kamath said, “Since year 2002, Lexmark India has been
making steady progress. Lexmark products have found great acceptance among
discerning Indian users and market shares have been climbing. In the same
period, the Lexmark family, associates as well as partners, has increased
multifold.

“The recent appointment shows Lexmark’s commitment to the
Indian market. Lexmark will continue to grow its presence in the inkjet and
laser space with increased offerings in the photo printer and multifunction
categories. Year 2005 will also see us expanding our channel base as also
entering new markets.”

Kamath has been with Lexmark India for over two
years now and has been responsible for making the company visible as a strong
player in the industry today, the company said. In the last two years under his
direction, the company has seen the expansion of its operations in terms of a
new office in Delhi, a dedicated team of professionals, as well as a streamlined
distribution lineup. Today, the company is a complete printing solutions
provider with a seamless after-service setup as well.

Prior to joining
Lexmark, Kamath was the vice-president (marketing) at Ingram Micro and was
responsible for the growth of the company as well as making it one of the best
wholesalers for technology products and brands in India.

[Author]

April 5, 2005 at 11:57 AM