HUDSON, N.H., May 27  -- Presstek, Inc., the leading manufacturer and marketer of digital offset business solutions, today announced that Kathleen McHugh has been appointed Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer. Ms. McHugh, with over 20 years of industry experience, will focus on expanding Presstek's global presence in the growing digital color printing market. Ms. McHugh joined Eastman Kodak in 1984, and most recently served as Vice President and Regional Business Manager of Eastman Kodak's U.S. and Canadian Prepress Solutions. Previously, Ms. McHugh served as Eastman Kodak's Vice President, Global Marketing, Prepress Solutions. From 1998 to 2005, Ms. McHugh held high level strategic and marketing roles in Kodak Polychrome Graphics, a joint venture between the Eastman Kodak and Sun Chemical companies.

"I am excited that an executive of Kathy's talent, caliber and experience is joining the Presstek team in this key role," commented Jeffrey Jacobson, Presstek's President and Chief Executive Officer. "As we execute our vision to transform Presstek, Kathy is the ideal marketing and strategic leader to drive that vision as we enhance our product portfolio and our geographic footprint in order to form all-encompassing relationships with our current and potential customers."

"At this juncture in its history, Presstek is uniquely positioned for growth, and I am thrilled to be joining such a talented executive team to help drive that growth," commented Kathleen McHugh, Presstek Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer. "Presstek has an impressive track record of technological advancements, and I am looking forward to leading the company's marketing efforts as we expand our product portfolio and leverage our core competencies for growth."