Ernie Hauser, previously VP of sales for Production Print Solutions (PPS, based in North Laurel, Maryland) for nearly seven years, earlier this summer became the new director of industrial print business development for Konica Minolta Business Solutions. PPS was acquired by St. Louis-based dealer SumnerOne in early 2024. In 2019. MCS sold its Konica Minolta dealership, formerly known as MCS Services, Inc., to PPS. Hauser was the digital press sales manager for KM production print equipment at MCS from 2011-18.
On LinkedIn, Hauser, who works from Carlsbad, Southern California (near San Diego), decsribes himself as being “passionate about driving innovation in digital print technology and helping businesses transform their production capabilities. With a focus on high-volume, high-performance solutions—such as the AccurioJet 30000 B2 Digital Inkjet Press, label and packaging systems, and industrial embellishment—I work alongside customers to bridge the gap between analog and digital, enabling smarter, more efficient workflows.
“My role goes beyond product knowledge,” he continues. “It’s about understanding each client’s unique business needs and delivering tailored solutions that support growth, creativity, and operational excellence. Whether collaborating on strategic implementation or exploring new market opportunities, I bring a forward-thinking mindset and a commitment to delivering results.”
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