KURZ Announces Retirement and New Personnel Appointments

CHARLOTTE, N.C.—KURZ Transfer Products, L.P. (KTP) announces the retirement of Sam McElree, Product Manager, Graphics. McElree has provided over 37 years of dedicated service to the organization and the industry. We celebrate his accomplishments and wish him well in retirement.

KTP announces the promotion of Scott Tacosik to the position of Product Manager, Graphics, Colorit® and Light Line® products. Tacosik’s past efforts in the sales field, success in developing the Mid-West territory and market technical knowledge will provide excellent compliments in his new position as Product Manager. In his new role, Scott will relocate to our Lexington, NC facility.

KTP is pleased to announce the appointment of Gregory Ott to the position of Sales Representative for graphics, Colorit and Light Line products. In his new role, Greg will cover the Mid-Western United States from his base in Ohio.

As account representative, Ott assumes responsibility for account management and customer development in Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky. He will also manage strategic accounts in the graphics marketplace.

"With his strong commitment to customer service and leadership, as well as his demonstrated sales success, Greg is a welcome addition to the KTP team,” Myron Werner, KTP's area sales manager said. Werner continued, "Greg has excellent market experience in the printing and label industries, having held progressive positions in customer credit services and sales roles. With his diverse background, he will be able to dive right in and become a highly productive member of the KURZ sales team.”

Ott currently resides in Ohio with his wife and two children. He earned his college education from John Carroll University and Mt. Vernon University, majoring in Business Management and Theological Studies.

About KURZ Transfer Products, L.P.

KURZ Transfer Products, L.P. is a part of the KURZ Group, the world leader in the foil stamping industry. The company employs 3,000 people worldwide and boasts nine production facilities, 19 international branch offices, and 70 sales offices spanning the globe. KURZ foils are used on a variety of products, including packaging, greeting cards, credit and gift cards, appliances, cosmetics, textiles, furniture, automotive parts, security documents and more. In addition to foils, the company also offers a wide range of other products, including stamping tools and machines.

For more information about the products and services currently offered by KURZ Transfer Products, L.P. call 1-800-950-3645 or visit www.kurzusa.com.