Davis-Standard has announced the appointment of its new President and CEO, James Murphy.

Murphy has worked for the company 25 years and prior to his promotion he worked in Sales and Marketing for the leading international technology company.

“I am honoured by the opportunity to lead Davis-Standard and excited about our future,” said Murphy. “The Davis-Standard family is almost 900 strong and working around the clock to serve customers worldwide. We are a market leader with outstanding employees and industry partners.”

Robert Geckle, a current member of Davis-Standard’s Board of Directors, said: “Jim Murphy’s customer focus, strategic understanding of the markets, and overall experience with this business make him the ideal choice to lead Davis-Standard.”

Geckle has been part of the Board of Directors for over a year and will support the leadership team as Chairman of the Board.

“He has an excellent rapport with customers, partners and suppliers, and has continually proven himself with value-driven results,” added Geckle. “We have the utmost confidence that Jim will strengthen our foundation.”

Murphy will be supported by a strong leadership team in the US, Europe and Asia and it seems he is confident the company is only going to better itself in his new role.

“We will continue to work together to build stronger customer relationships, cutting edge technology and superior service and support.”