Memnon, the global media preservation and migration services provider, has appointed Simon Clark as its new Business Development Manager for EMEA. Based in the United Kingdom, Simon will spearhead efforts to expand Memnon’s services to new and existing clients in Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

Working closely with the production, sales and marketing teams in Memnon’s UK and Belgium locations, Simon’s core focus will be on introducing the company’s digitization, production and content delivery services to new clients in the broadcast and archiving sectors. In the new position he also looks forward to identifying opportunities to increase awareness of the company’s services in related markets where Memnon can deliver benefits, such as within cultural and heritage institutions.

Simon Clark, Business Development Manager, EMEA at Memnon said: “Part of what drew me to this role was how knowledgeable and approachable the team at Memnon were, which I believe is a big part of the brand’s reputation. Where customers are looking to our expertise and guidance to help with the heavy lifting, I’m excited to take on that role and help organizations understand the value Memnon’s services can bring to their way of working.”

With more than 30 years of experience, including sitting as an Executive Council Member at Focal International and his most recent role as VP of Marketing and Business Development, EMEA at Prasad Corporation, Simon brings a seasoned point of view to his new position that will be crucial for Memnon’s development and ongoing service to its customers.

“Simon is an expert in his field; he boasts an impressive knowledge of the industry that will be a great asset to the company as we continue growing our presence throughout EMEA and beyond,” said Heidi Shakespeare, CEO at Memnon. “We’re thrilled to have him on board with us at Memnon and can’t wait for clients to benefit from his expertise.”