People on the Move: Apple, Pakor, JOANN

Personnel announcements from around the imaging industry

Pakor Inc. has named Teri Ahlm its new National Sales Representative

Ms. Ahlm brings an enthusiastic and pragmatic approach to managing accounts. She draws on 13 years of sales experience in the advertising industry. As Pakor’s National Sales Representative, her primary focus will be to work closely with new and existing national chain accounts.  Prior to this position, Teri was working with Pakor as a Sales and Marketing Consultant. Pakor will benefit by her comprehensive understanding of business and marketing.

“Teri excels at developing business relationships while assisting customers creatively in problem-solving,” commented Rich Mast, VP of Sales and Marketing. “We are excited to have her on our team as we continue our aggressive growth initiatives.”

Mike Laliberte, Pakor’s National Sales Manager, passes the torch to Teri Ahlm on January 24, 2019.  “We can’t say enough about Mike and are sad to see him leave,” expressed Mast.  Mr. Laliberte served the photo industry for over 18 years but now has an exciting new opportunity in his future.

Apple names Deirdre O’Brien senior vice president of Retail + People

Apple announced Deirdre O’Brien is taking on new responsibilities for Apple’s retail and online stores in an expanded role as senior vice president of Retail + People, reporting to CEO Tim Cook. After five transformative years leading the company’s retail and online stores, Angela Ahrendts plans to depart Apple in April for new personal and professional pursuits.

JOANN Stores names Wade Miquelon President & CEO

JOANN Stores, the nation’s leading fabric and craft specialty retailer, announced today that Wade Miquelon has been named President, CEO, and a member of the Board of Directors of the company. Miquelon was appointed Interim President & CEO in October 2018, in addition to continuing in his role as Executive Vice President & CFO, and led JOANN through a successful holiday season.