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MGX welcomes industry veteran Mike Blanco to the team.

Mike Blanco New Hire Announcement.

MGX Holdings, a leader in the manufacturing and distribution of printable substrates for the commercial print industry is pleased to announce the appointment of Mike Blanco as its new Director of R&D and Partner Relations. In this role, Blanco will spearhead research and development initiatives, drive product innovation, and enhance technical support strategies to strengthen MGX’s market position, customer and partner relationships.

Blanco brings an impressive 37 years of experience in the commercial print industry, with an extensive background in digital print technology, product development, and customer engagement. Prior to joining MGX, he held leadership positions at GPA – Part of Fedrigoni Group, where he served as Business Development Director of R&D and Technical Products as well as a Business Development Manager. In this role, he led OEM collaborations, managed technical product support, and played a pivotal role in expanding the company’s product portfolio. His ability to bridge technical expertise with market-driven solutions has made him a highly respected figure in the industry.

At MGX, Blanco will be responsible for leading research and development strategies, managing product development lifecycles, overseeing quality systems and ensuring seamless collaboration between sales teams, OEM partners, and customers. Additionally, he will oversee technical support operations that will enhance customer outcomes and satisfaction. His leadership will be instrumental in driving new product innovations and technical solutions that align with the company’s business objectives.

“We are thrilled to welcome Mike Blanco to the MGX team,” said Jeremy Underhill, VP of Sales. “His extensive industry knowledge and technical acumen alongside his track record of innovation make him the perfect fit to lead our R&D and technical efforts. More than that, Mike’s personal commitment to care for and deliver value to everyone he interacts with is what makes him such a respected and admired leader in our industry. Mike will undoubtedly elevate MGX and the solutions we provide to our customers and partners.”

Blanco’s career spans various facets of the printing industry, from digital print operations and R&D to OEM collaborations and technical sales support. A recognized thought leader, he has been instrumental in training and mentoring sales teams, developing substrate solutions, and providing critical technical support for customers across multiple markets.

“I am excited for the opportunity to work closely with the MGX team and through collaboration, help lead the company into the future.” Blanco said. “MGX has been a key player in our industry for many years and I’m proud to join such a great group of people focused on growth and doing what’s right for the customer. I’m looking forward to reconnecting with so many great customers, partners, and friends in my R&D role.  I love that the MXG leadership team is committed to investing in the future to continue providing value, industry leading products and services to their customers and I couldn’t be more excited to be part of that journey.”

For more information about MGX Holdings, visit www.mgxdigital.com

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