Epson has announced the establishment of a new regional sales company to enhance its presence and operations across the Middle East, Turkey, Africa, and Central & West Asia META-CWA. This strategic move follows a period of rapid double-digit sales growth in the region. With its education solutions portfolio experiencing over 100% growth from FY2022 to FY2023.
Headquartered in Dubai, UAE, the new company will be led by Neil Colquhoun, President of Epson META-CWA. He will oversee a team of over 320 professionals from diverse backgrounds. Colquhoun brings more than a decade of experience with Epson and is committed to reimagining how technology can transform both businesses and consumers across the region. Epson, META-CWA, President Neil will be leading diverse personnel of over 320 individuals.
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Mr Colquhoun says the region holds great promise, inspired by the immense growth within META-CWA in recent years.
Expansion Represents Business Growth
“At Epson, we take pride in what we design, manufacture, and deliver. This expansion into the Middle East, Turkey, Africa, and Central & West Asia represents more than just business growth. It’s about connecting with the heart of local needs and delivering technology that empowers people and businesses. All while caring for the planet and building a more sustainable future,” said Colquhoun.
“Moreover, this structure will give our talented on-ground teams an even greater opportunity to support the continued business growth with local partners.”
Epson intends to leverage its vast in-market network to bring to market high-quality technology solutions in various categories- visual display, printing, scanning, lifestyle, and manufacturing.
Tailor Made Solutions
This will involve making provisions for tailor-made solutions for an increasing customer base in different sectors. For example healthcare, financial services, education, hospitality, construction, entertainment, retail, and tourism.
In recent years, Epson has reported strong double-digit sales growth across the META-CWA region. With portfolios such as its education solutions growing by more than 100% between FY2022 and FY2023.
One of the company’s goals is to become carbon-negative and to put an end to the use of limited underground resources such as metal and oil by 2050. The company also wants to support its consumers in reducing their carbon footprint by offering sustainable technologies. Additionally, Epson META-CWA has already made investments in processes and initiatives that will limit its environmental impact.
“Considering the large geographical footprint that META-CWA covers. The aim is to establish an environment that promotes both professional and business growth. While accommodating the diversity of its entire workforce,” stated Colquhoun
With a leadership team consisting of eleven nationalities, women hold almost half of the management positions which is a testament to the organization’s commitment to promoting inclusion, female-empowerment and diversity.
In addition to that, Epson META-CWA, plans to initiate an Epson Graduate Program that will attract and champion local talent.
