Norwalk, CT, 2/28/01Don Whaley has been appointed as Kodak Polychrome Graphics Director of Channel Management for the United States and Canada Region. In this role, Whaley will develop and implement strategic planning and sales initiatives for dealers and distributors throughout North America. "We are fortunate to have Don take the reigns as Director of Channel Management," said Rick Mazur, US&C Vice President of Sales. "Don has an excellent understanding of the graphic channel operations. His strong sales and business operations background will be a real asset to both our team and our dealers and distributors." "I am excited about working with the dealer channel and to have the opportunity to strengthen our relationships," says Whaley. "This is all about growing our business together." Whaley began his career in sales with Eastman Kodak in 1988, where he managed several territories on the West Coast. In 1998, he took on the role of Western Zone Operations Manager. In 1999, Whaley became Kodak Polychrome Graphics Director of Sales Operations, US&C. Whaley holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of California at Santa Barbara and an MBA from California State University at San Diego.