John Cruser Assumes Role of IPMA International President

John Cruser

John Cruser, Global Manager of Bloomberg Ink (BINK) Print Services, will move into the International President role with the In-plant Printing and Mailing Association (IPMA), finishing the term of Christopher Donlon who has resigned from the board. Donlon stepped down to take a position outside the in-plant industry.

“It is with great honor and enthusiasm that I accept the presidency of the In-plant Printing and Mailing Association," says Cruser. "This esteemed organization has long been a pillar of support and innovation for in-plant professionals for over 60 years, and I am humbled to have the opportunity to lead it.

"Our industry is at a pivotal juncture, with rapid technological advancements and evolving market demands," Cruser continues. "I am committed to fostering an environment of collaboration and continuous learning within our community, and our vendor partners. Together, we will navigate these changes, leveraging new technologies and best practices to enhance our services and meet the needs of our stakeholders. I look forward to working closely with our talented board, dedicated staff, our members, and industry partners. By sharing our collective knowledge and experiences, we can drive IPMA forward, ensuring it remains a vital resource for all in-plant professionals.

"First, I would like to thank Christopher Donlon for a remarkable job as president. I also want to thank our board members, our executive director, Mike Loyd, and the IPMA staff, and most importantly you, for entrusting me with this responsibility. I am excited about the journey ahead and confident that, together, we can achieve remarkable success.”

Christopher Donlon

Outgoing President Christopher Donlon said, “I have retired from Kohler Co. effective August 1st. It is with a heavy heart that I have resigned my position as the IPMA international president. Kelly Hogg will continue on in his role as immediate past president. I have the utmost respect for John and Kelly and the entire board for pulling together and helping me make this difficult transition. I have been and always will be a friend of IPMA; it is an incredibly strong association that cares deeply about the success of its members. Thank you for believing in me to lead this fine organization.”

Cruser manages Bloomberg LP's global in-house print operation that offers digital, wide-format printing and fulfillment services. With print facilities located in New Jersey, New York, London, Hong Kong, Tokyo and Singapore the operation serves over 19,000 customers in 192 global offices, producing over 47,000 print requests annually. John’s 30+ years in the printing world incorporate all facets of the industry.

John Cruser speaking at IPMA 2022.

Source: IPMA

The preceding press release was provided by a company unaffiliated with In-plant Impressions. The views expressed within do not directly reflect the thoughts or opinions of the staff of In-plant Impressions.