KENNESAW, Ga., May 15, 2006 – Heidelberg USA today announced that Tim Henschel has been named manager of public relations in its marketing communications department. In his new role, Henschel is leading all media relations and external communications initiatives from Heidelberg’s U.S. headquarters in Kennesaw, Ga. “Tim brings a wealth of technology and business communications experience to his new role,” said James Martin, senior vice president, marketing, Heidelberg USA. "The addition of Tim to our marketing department is part of Heidelberg’s commitment to attract and retain the best talent to meet the needs of the print media industry.” With more than 10 years of communications, technology and business-to-business experience, Henschel joins Heidelberg from Lanier Worldwide, Inc., where he served as corporate communications manager for the wholly-owned subsidiary of Ricoh Corporation, a manufacturer of digital copiers and printers. Henschel previously held managerial communications positions with Agilysys, Inc., a reseller and distributor of enterprise computer solutions and Ketchum, one of the world's leading public relations agencies, where he worked in its technology practice on such accounts as Nokia and IBM. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Georgia Southern University. “I’m excited to be part of the Heidelberg team,” said Henschel. “As manager of public relations, I look forward to supporting Heidelberg’s ongoing commitment to the print media industry and working with those dedicated to the printing trade.” Henschel can be reached at (770) 419-6554 or at [email protected].