Prominent industry figure Mike Boyle has been appointed managing director at HP South Pacific, responsible for business operations in Australia, New Zealand and the surrounding islands.
Boyle takes over from interim boss Paul Gracey who assumed the role in May after former MD Rob Mesaros took up a new position to head the company’s 3D business for Asia Pacific & Japan.
Boyle, former vice president and GM of HP Graphics Business Solutions Asia Pacific, joined the company from Canon Australia in 2015 and before then was international marketing director at Océ.
“Mike is an effective leader with broad leadership experience, having spent over 20 years in the industry working in a variety of roles, and living and working across multiple regions including Europe, Asia and South Pacific,” said Richard Bailey, president of HP Asia Pacific and Japan.
“This global experience has given Mike exposure to a diverse set of operating environments and complex business models. During his three years at HP as the head of our Graphics Solutions Business, he has inspired and engaged his teams, and delivered consistent growth quarter after quarter.
“Looking ahead, we remain focused on innovation and operational excellence. We will continue to enhance our processes, working hard to earn your business, and deepening our commitment to our valued customers in Australia and New Zealand."
Boyle will take up his new role in November, and Gracey will then resume leading HP's South Pacific printing systems business.