WEST CALDWELL, N.J., Dec. 13 -- Ricoh Corporation, the leading provider of digital office equipment, announced today that Art Mahony has been promoted to Vice President, Eastern Region, for Ricoh U.S. Mr. Mahony's responsibilities include managing and expanding the dealer distribution network, which includes achieving all revenue, profit, and market share objectives for the 13 which make up Ricoh's Eastern Region. He and his team also manage all product launches, dealer support programs, and training initiatives. In addition, he oversees all major commercial and government account business within the Eastern Region. Mr. Mahony has been with Ricoh for more than 22 years, most recently as the Eastern Region Director. Prior to joining Ricoh, Mr. Mahony worked for six years in education and social services, as well as four years with Xerox Corp. A graduate from Bowling Green State University in Ohio, Mr. Mahony received his Bachelor's degree in business and education. He currently resides in Montville, New Jersey, with his wife and two children. Mr. Mahony is active in the community as a volunteer basketball and football coach.