congatec continues to expand its sales organization in Europe

Bob Pickles has been appointed Business Development Manager for the new UK office

Deggendorf, Germany, August 16, 2010 * * * congatec AG, a leading manufacturer of embedded computer modules, announces the appointment of Bob Pickles as Business Development Manager for the UK. Based at congatec's new UK sales and marketing office, Mr Pickles will be responsible for the multi-channel distribution strategy that includes both partner and direct sales.

Bob Pickles, who has more than 20 years of international experience in the application and sales of electronic components, most recently held the position of Embedded System Specialist with a strong focus on sales at GE Fanuc."In the second half of 2010, we will focus primarily on new and expanding markets. With our extensive range of computer modules, we see a variety of new applications particularly in the medical technology, digital signage and the gaming sectors," says Mr Pickles outlining his goals.


"I am delighted that we have been able to consolidate and expand our position in the UK with Bob's appointment this year. This is the first step of several planned sales and marketing expansions in EMEA. Bob is a great addition and will strengthen our position in the market," explains Axel Petrak, Member of the Executive Board responsible for Marketing & Sales at congatec.

congatec AG Sales and Marketing Office UK:
26 The Barnhams
Bexhill-On-Sea
TN39 3RE
East Sussex
ENGLAND

Phone: +44 (1424) 846915
Mobile: +44 (753) 5662624
Email: bob.pickles@congatec.com