Jurgen Gruber has joined the Graphic Systems Division of FUJIFILM North America Corporation as Newspaper Account Manager for the company’s Southwest Region.  Gruber joins Fujifilm’s growing Newspaper Account group as the company extends and expands its support to the Newspaper market.

Gruber brings over 15 years of experience in sales management and newspaper technology to his new position.  Formerly Director of Sales for NELA USA, Gruber led his sales team to achieve record-breaking sales results.  Gruber was integral in growing NELA’s North and South American newspaper and commercial print market share to 80 percent, increasing equipment sales and exceeding sales expectations year after year.

“Jurgen brings a tremendous amount of knowledge and experience that I’m certain will be of great value to Fujifilm and its customers,” said Lane Palmer, vice president, Newspaper Sales, FUJIFILM Graphic Systems Division.  “His outstanding record of success with NELA demonstrates his drive and ability, as well as his expertise in developing strong customer relationships.”