A veteran of the aftermarket, Goddard is a high-profile industry professional with more than 20 years of experience. Most recently, Goddard was Managing Director for Innotex Precision Limited, a subsidiary of Print-Rite Holdings Company. He held this position for more than eight years, successfully guiding the company to substantial growth during this time.
Goddard’s background is technical. He holds an electro-mechanical engineering degree from De Montfort University in the United Kingdom, and his MBA from Boston College. With time served in world-class organisations such as British Petroleum, DCI and Mills Computers, Goddard has a wealth of experience and business knowledge that he will bring to full use at Static Control.
According to Ed Swartz, CEO of Static Control: “We have been in South East Asia supporting our customers for many years. More recently, we have made significant new investments in both our Hong Kong and Zhuhai facilities. Ian Goddard has the experience and the talent to lead our operations there, knows the area and is also very well-known throughout the industry.”
Goddard said: “Static Control is a world-class manufacturing company. You need to see it to believe it. The investment is enormous, but it’s the passion for what they do that is so meaningful. It’s all about the customer. I am very excited about being on board at Static Control and building on the foundation already established in South East Asia. I am really looking forward to making my contribution to what has become the global technology leader for the aftermarket.”