Connecting for Results (CFR) is pleased to announce that Nick Howard has joined the company as an Advisor. With nearly five decades of experience in the printing, graphic arts, and equipment appraisal industries, Nick brings a wealth of expertise to CFR’s growing team of industry leaders.
As President of Howard Graphic Equipment Ltd., Nick has played a key role in buying, selling, appraising, and rebuilding printing and finishing equipment for businesses in Canada, the USA and around the world. His in-depth understanding of press technology, equipment valuations, and industry trends has made him a trusted expert in the global printing community.
“We are excited to have Nick join CFR as an Advisor,” said Gord Griffiths, CEO of Connecting for Results. “His extensive knowledge of printing equipment, combined with his expertise in business strategy and valuation, will provide significant value to our clients. Nick’s deep understanding of industry challenges and opportunities makes him an excellent addition to our team.”
Nick’s career spans more than 45 years, during which he has supplied over 4,500 printing press units to businesses in 75 countries and conducted specialist appraisals for over 200 companies and institutions. As a Certified Equipment Appraiser (C.E.A.) with the Association of Machinery and Equipment Appraisers (AMEA), he has worked closely with financial institutions, business owners, and insurance providers to assess and enhance asset values.
“I am thrilled to be joining Connecting for Results,” said Nick Howard. “The printing industry continues to evolve, and companies need expert guidance to maximize their investments in equipment, streamline operations, and plan for the future. I look forward to working with the CFR team to help clients achieve their business goals.”
At CFR, Nick will focus on business strategy, equipment valuations, and asset management—key areas that support CFR’s mission of helping print and packaging companies improve performance, increase profitability, and successfully navigate industry transitions.
About Connecting for Results
Connecting for Results Inc. (CFR) is the Premier Strategic Consulting Organization and partner for print service providers and major consumers of print. CFR’s partners, Gordon Griffiths and Bob Dale, have decades of experience offering consulting services in all aspects of graphic communications throughout Canada and the United States. They are backed by a team of 20 experts with extensive knowledge, experience, and depth in strategic and operational management, finance, business valuations, transactions, marketing, human resources, and change management. CFR’s services include strategic consulting, mergers & acquisitions, talent acquisition, recruiting, and coaching.
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