January 29, 2003 -- San Bruno, CA -- RealTimeImage, Inc., the world's online proofing technology leader, today announces the appointment of Steven O. Tripp to Sales Director, Eastern Region, North America. In this capacity, Tripp is responsible for developing and managing sales and customer relationships in the eastern U.S. and Canada. Tripp reports directly to Yehuda Messinger, RealTimeImage's Executive Vice President, Graphic Arts Division. "Steven Tripp is a true, seasoned professional who grew up in the graphic communication industry; earning the respect of hundreds of professionals and possessing unique understanding of customers' needs. We are very pleased to have Steven on- board as RealTimeImage continues to expand and grow to support increased demand for online proofing," says Yehuda Messinger. Messinger says the eastern region has been very strong for the company. "We have a substantial customer-base in the eastern region, plus a lot of continued interest there from companies who recognize online proofing and approval management as essential tools to save costs and turnaround time for competitive advantage. Steven knows this market well and will help new customers get up to speed very quickly, while helping existing customers interested in expanding their applications." Tripp will be serving RealTimeImage's customer base from the greater NY metropolitan area. He can be contacted at: 860-219-0202 or by email: [email protected]