KETCHUM, Idaho, U.S.A (Nov. 13, 2007)--- EDSF, the international, non-profit organization dedicated to the document management and graphic communications industries, today announced that Timothy W. Combs, senior vice president of sales and marketing for FUJIFILM Graphic Systems U.S.A., Inc., has joined the EDSF Board of Directors. FUJIFILM is the nation's largest distributor of equipment, consumables and technical services to the graphic communications industry.
"We are very excited to have Tim Combs, representing FUJIFILM Graphic Systems U.S.A., join the EDSF Board of Directors," said Jeanne Mowlds, EDSF executive director. "EDSF is fortunate to have Tim, a long time leader in the graphic communications industry, share his knowledge with EDSF. As he joins his colleagues on the board, his added expertise will help move the Foundation forward, enriching industry programs that result in building the next generation of professionals."
"I am extremely pleased to join the EDSF board of directors," said Combs. "I look forward to serving the industry through the Foundation's work by awarding academic scholarships and fostering the development of cutting-edge research through EDSF's Research Grant program. EDSF is making a significant difference in this industry, and I'm proud to be a part of their vision for the future."
A 35-year veteran of the graphic arts industry, Combs also served as vice president and general manager of the Graphic Systems Division of Fuji Photo Film U.S.A., Inc., where he directed all operational, sales and marketing activities. Since joining Fujifilm in 1984, Combs has demonstrated his leadership skills in a variety of positions, including account representative, group manager of product development and vice president of marketing. Prior to joining Fujifilm, Combs worked in printing management for a large commercial printer in Northern Ohio. He is currently on the board of directors of The Association for Suppliers of Printing, Publishing and Converting Technologies (NPES).
The EDSF Board of Directors consists of a who's who of industry leaders representing many segments of the industry. For more information about EDSF and its programs, visit www.edsf.org.