Baker brothers step up as company directors Independent print and packaging business, Bakers, has appointed Harry and Tom Baker as its directors, formally bringing the third generation of the Baker family into the leadership of the company. Harry has been appointed as commercial director, while Tom takes on the role of operations director. Both have taken on growing responsibility at the company over the past few years and have gradually become more involved in the decisions shaping its future trajectory. Bakers was founded by Roy and Marian Baker in 1973 and is today led by their son, managing director, Steve Baker. Steve felt that the timing was right for Harry and Tom to take the next step, as the company heads into one of the most significant periods of growth and investment in its history. Harry has spent much of the past few years closely involved with BakPac, Bakers’ flexible packaging division, playing a significant role in its commercial growth. As commercial director, his view now broadens across the company’s other divisions, namely Baker Labels, Baker Materials, BakPac, and Sportstiks. Tom’s new role focuses on the operational side of the business including production, processes, systems, training, and standards. He will aim to support the teams already running the day-today operation while bringing greater clarity and structure as Bakers grows. Steve will remain managing director and continue to be closely involved in both the day-to-day business and its longer-term direction. 13 www.printmonthly.co.uk November | December 2026 - Issue 363 By Jonathan Pert PEOPLE | NEWS Tom Baker [L] and Harry Baker [R] have assumed growing leadership roles in recent years BPIF appoints Anthony Rowell to board of directors The British Printing Industries Federation (BPIF) has announced the appointment of Anthony Rowell, customer success and sustainability director at Tradeprint, to its board of directors. Rowell has a longstanding relationship with the BPIF, having been the chair and founding member of its Environmental Working Group where he actively engaged in driving support and change for the print association and its members. During nearly a decade at wholesale printing specialist, Tradeprint, Rowell has gained significant experience in print, sales, and sustainability with a key focus on driving sustainable change across print and its associated industries. His time at Tradeprint is the latest chapter in Rowell’s over 30-year career in print, where he has worked in roles including sales director, business development manager, and client services manager. Anthony Rowell [pictured] says: “It’s a real privilege to be asked to join the BPIF board and I’m grateful for such a warm welcome” By Jonathan Pert Changes announced to HEIDELBERG UK leadership team HEIDELBERG UK has announced the appointment of Neil Fletcher as its new sales and product director, as well as assuming the role of interim managing director of HEIDELBERG UK. The appointment of Fletcher as interim managing director follows the news on October 30th that Ryan Miles had left HEIDELBERG by mutual agreement, seven years after taking on the role of managing director for the UK region. At the time of Miles’ departure, HEIDELBERG stated that the management team and organisational structure of HEIDELBERG UK were otherwise unchanged. In his role as sales and product director, effective from November 2nd, Fletcher will be tasked with further strengthening HEIDELBERG UK’s position as a partner to the printing industry. Fletcher arrives to the role having previously served HEIDELBERG UK for 23 years in a variety of senior sales and management positions. He most recently worked as the head of sales for BFS Pressroom Solutions, having been appointed to the role in February. Neil Fletcher [pictured] previously worked for HEIDELBERG UK for 23 years until 2023 Jonathan Tame departs Two Sides Paper and print advocacy group, Two Sides, has announced the appointment of Josh Birch as its new managing director, taking over from Jonathan Tame who has led the company since 2014. Birch is taking over the role after working for Two Sides for over six years, with his most recent role being as marketing/campaign manager. Two Sides says that Birch has been central to developing the group’s communications, research, member engagement, and campaigns since he joined the company. Speaking about Birch’s appointment, Tame says: “Josh has been an integral part of Two Sides for many years and has made a significant contribution to its success. His knowledge of our campaigns, creative experience, and commitment to our members make him the ideal person to take the organisation forward.” Birch adds: “I am incredibly honoured to become managing director and to build on the exceptional work Jonathan has led over the past 12 years. Two Sides has an exciting opportunity to strengthen the support and value we provide to members and expand our reach into new European markets.” [L to R] Josh Birch is taking over as MD of Two Sides from Jonathan Tame, who has been with the organisation for over 12 years By David Osgar By Jonathan Pert
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