Horizon International appointed Mark Hunt as General Manager of Market Promotions and Strategic Alliances, marking a significant move for both the global finishing technology provider and the North American print industry. Hunt brings deep expertise and long-standing industry relationships from his previous role as Director of Strategic Alliances at Standard Finishing Systems, Horizon’s exclusive North American distributor. His new position at Horizon International, effective June 2025, signals a strengthened global push to align product innovation with evolving market needs.

Throughout his tenure at Standard, Hunt played a pivotal role in introducing Horizon’s advanced finishing technologies to the North American market, championing automation and integration across digital and offset workflows. His transition to Horizon International comes at a time when demand for smarter, end-to-end finishing solutions is accelerating across commercial, book, and direct mail segments. In his new role, Hunt will lead global promotional strategy and partnership development to support Horizon’s continued growth and innovation.

The move underscores Horizon's commitment to deepening its global reach and enhancing customer engagement through experienced leadership. Hunt’s knowledge of the U.S. market and deep understanding of digital finishing trends make him uniquely suited to guide Horizon’s strategic efforts worldwide. His appointment reflects a new chapter in the long-standing collaboration between Horizon and Standard, bringing expanded global perspective to one of the industry’s most respected finishing brands.