The Printing Industries Association of Australia is looking to the future, today announcing the appointment of Walter Kuhn to the position of President, effective 1 July 2017.
Kuhn is the Founder and Managing Director of Kuhn Corp Pty Ltd, a Queensland-based group of companies comprising print and packaging solutions for the Australian and international markets. Well-known within the printing industry, Kuhn is actively involved in other industry associations and brings breadth of understanding to the boardroom table.
Having previously served as the Queensland State Councillor for Printing Industries (2009-2011) Walter joined the board in March 2016. He is enthusiastic about driving the association forward as it accelerates its efforts around effective lobbying, workplace relations and legal services, and member services.
“I am pleased that progress has been made in the last 12 months, particularly around raising the profile of the printing industries and building a credible voice to contribute to policy discussion. We have a strong team in place to pursue new opportunities for the association, and to build valuable services that assist members to navigate and thrive in the challenging business environment”, Kuhn said.
Kuhn will succeed Kieran May who is equally committed to the change, “It is necessary for Printing Industries to look to the future with a fresh approach and renewed energy. The board is confident we have the foundation in place to begin a new exciting chapter for the association, and Walter is well positioned to drive us forward”.
Whilst May will step down as President he remains an active board member.
Andrew Macaulay, CEO said “I would like to acknowledge the work that Kieran May did in laying the foundation for change, and in stabilising the organisation in a time of need”.